Dealer Manager (Automotive)

TL;DR

Dealer Manager (Automotive): Managing dealer networks and stock vehicle acquisition for a car leasing scheme with an accent on commercial relationship building and performance optimization. Focus on negotiating commercial terms, monitoring dealer SLAs, and mitigating supply chain risks.

Location: Hybrid (Watford) — Must spend at least three days per week (60%) in the Watford office. New starters are required to be in the office 5 days a week during the training period.

Salary: £44,901 - £49,890

Company

hirify.global (Tusker) is an award-winning car leasing company providing tax-efficient car benefit schemes focused on sustainable mobility.

What you will do

• Build and supervise strong commercial relationships with dealers and suppliers to ensure optimal commercial terms and service delivery.
• Act as the primary point of contact for dealers, resolving queries and complaints in collaboration with internal teams.
• Evaluate dealer performance based on quality, delivery time, and cost, conducting regular reviews to pinpoint areas for refinement.
• Manage dealer risks and implement damage control processes to minimize disruptions and ensure the continuation of vehicle supply.
• Prepare and present reports on dealer performance, trends, and OEM campaigns, including recalls.

Requirements

• Experience in establishing and managing commercial relationships with dealers and suppliers.
• Proven ability to supervise dealer networks, including managing discounts and rebates.
• Experience in monitoring performance data and managing Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Strong communication skills for coordinating between external suppliers and internal operations.

Nice to have

• Experience with Back Office setup and maintenance of supplier information for new dealers.
• Experience in supplier selection and conducting tender processes to appoint new providers.
• Experience identifying shortcomings in operational procedures and supporting system improvements (e.g., Ebbon).

Culture & Benefits

• Generous pension contribution of up to 15%.
• Annual performance-related bonus and share schemes including free shares.
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Inclusive work environment with dedicated wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies.
• Flexible working options regarding when hours are worked.