Head of Business

Job Description

HEAD OF BUSINESS -for both Elite & High PRESTIGE - Edinburgh

• Two Brands
• Solid StableEmployer
• An additional used car site

Our client a leading automotive retailer is representing an outstanding brand/s in a prime dealer location in the Edinburgh area. They are looking to recruit a proven Head of Business / General Manager to lead and motivate a team of like-minded motor trade professionals working for the most sought-after brands in the world. You will be the HOB of two new and used brands and a user car site also - where you can sell all makes and models. So the best of all worlds!

This would make an ideal FIRST TIME Head of Business Role as it is a small dealership with lots of growth

The Candidate

You must have an incredible passion for people and the drive to create a memorable customer service experience for every customer. Inspiring your small but dedicated team to improve results month on month through a hands-on approach is critical for this position.

The Role

• The Head of Business / General Manager leads a divisional site within a small but very prestigious automotive brand.
• They have overall responsibility for the strategic agenda of the business growing sales and leading developing and empowering colleagues to deliver excellent customer service.
• They will be a brand ambassador and partner with the local community to gain a competitive advantage and increase market share.

Role Requirements

• Strong leaders able to communicate a vision and gain buy-in and commitment from the team strong at developing and coaching others and creating an empowering culture.
• Passionate about the customer and enjoy interacting with them one to one and ensuring an unforgettable customer experience.
• Curious interested in innovations in the external market and the competitor landscape passionate about cars and learning about the automotive industry.
• Commercial with an entrepreneurial spirit owning and influencing their P&L whilst understanding the constraints and requirements of a PLC corporate environment.
• Engaging good at building rapport with individuals at all levels able to influence others with strong people skills. Driven determined to succeed and competitive with a strong work ethic.
• Modern in their outlook technology and social media savvy abreast of changing consumer expectations and IT literate.
• Drivers with a full EU Driving Licence

Salary & Benefits

As a Head of Business you will receive a salary of up to 60000 Basic plus Bonus taking you to 70-80000 OTE.