Market Area Director – BMW & MINI ( South Region ) Stratstone, A Pillar of Lithia UK Group
There has never been a more exciting time to join the Lithia UK group as a Market Area Director for our prestigious BMW & MINI franchise.
We are at the cusp of a transformative and thrilling phase for our business. As we embark on this remarkable journey and lay the foundations for our future, the role of Market Area Director becomes crucial for operational performance and growth.
Reporting directly to the Group Vice President, the Market Area Director role offers a unique blend of strategic leadership and hands-on management, driving success across a select group of dealerships and embodying the pinnacle of excellence at your home dealership.
What you’ll do:
* Performance Management: Drive the financial and operational performance of your dealership and market area, ensuring excellence in customer service and administrative control across all areas
* Business Planning: Work closely with the Group Vice President to Formulate and implement comprehensive business plans and budgets, ensuring the achievement of ambitious objectives for your area
* Operational Oversight: Conduct monthly dealership reviews, challenge forecasts, and negotiate with manufacturers to achieve the best outcomes for your dealerships
* Franchise Leadership: Strengthen relationships with manufacturers, fostering goodwill and aligning dealership operations with BMW & MINI’s high standards
* Collaborative Excellence: Work collaboratively with the Heads of Business in your area, sharing best practices and ensuring consistency across the franchise
* Talent Development: Recruit, train, and develop high performing teams, fostering a culture of growth, continuous improvement, and excellence
* Legal and Statutory Compliance: Ensure adherence to all legal and regulatory requirements, safeguarding the company’s reputation and operational integrity
We're Looking For:
* A proven high-performing operational leader in a senior level position within automotive retail
* Exceptional team leadership skills, capable of driving performance within your team and collaborating effectively across multiple locations
* Hands-on approach to operational execution, balancing strategic planning with the agility to implement this across a dedicated market area
* A self-starter mentality with the adaptability to manage shifting priorities and deadlines effectively
* Highly influential communication skills, adept at articulating ideas and delivering these concisely to your teams
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If you're a leader who thrives on challenge and is driven to excel in a fast-paced, luxury automotive environment, we want to hear from you. Join us in driving the future of BMW & MINI at Lithia UK and leave your mark on an iconic global brand.
Lithia UK recognises the value that diversity brings to the workforce. This is why we positively welcome applications from all walks of life, backgrounds, and communities. If you have the motivation, skills and talent potential that we are looking for then get in touch. We are an equal opportunities employer.