Head Of Business - Mercedes Benz of Stratford Upon AvonCompetitive Salary + Bonus + Car + Employee BenefitsFull Time - Permanent
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We have a rare opportunity for a driven and experienced Head of Business in one of our Mercedes Benz sites based in Stratford. The successful candidate will be accountable for leading the business by maximising the centres full potential on all revenue streams,
being the leader in customer experience and building strong and sustainable OEM relationships. You will be a role model for your people who consistently demonstrate positive behaviours building a culture and environment for your team to succeed, leverage all knowledge and experience to have a successful impact on the business and wider Head of Business
population. What we can offer you 33 days’ annual leave , including bank holidays, rising with length of service. Retail discounts
that save you money every day Gym discounts, cash healthcare plans , and a
cycle-to-work scheme Car discounts
for new and used purchases and servicing Flexible pension scheme
to support your financial future Family-friendly policies
that help you spend more time with the people that matter A
wellbeing programme
to support you and your family Ongoing recognition
from your peers and leadership team A
community volunteering day What you'll do day to day Developing a strategy to increase revenue and profit in all areas of the business in accordance with the growth plan Ensuring all management and employees are committed to customer satisfaction and process excellence Controlling the sites cash flow, stocks and assets to achieve a satisfactory return on investment Formulating retailer policies in compliance with Legal and Brand Partner standards, establishing an efficient risk assessment/plan to pass internal/external audits first time every time Leading your people through demonstrating key behaviours, holding those accountable to the company values, incorporating impactful and skilled monthly reviews, team briefs and performance management practices Helpful Skills and Qualifications Proven experience in a similar role Strong leadership capability, 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 Passion for the customer, and enjoy interacting with them one to one and ensuring an unforgettable experience Curiosity, showing an interest in innovations in the external market and competitor landscape, having a passion for cars and learning more about the automotive industry A Commercial mind-set, with an entrepreneurial spirit, owning and influencing your P&L, whilst understanding the constraints and requirements of a Corporate environment The ability to engage and build rapport with individuals at all levels, being able to influence others A modern outlook, keeping up to date with modern technology, keeping abreast of changing consumer expectations Possessing a full EU driving licence We value diversity and believe it strengthens our team. If you don’t meet every requirement listed but are enthusiastic about this role and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply. Be part of something big Group 1 Automotive is on an exciting growth journey. We are home to over 7000 colleagues dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, with 114 dealerships in the UK, representing 21 brands at the forefront of automotive retail. But you don’t need to love cars to work with us
- just need to share our mission to create outstanding and trusted experiences for our customers, our partners, and our people. Our Values At Group 1 Automotive we pride ourselves on our five core values that are incorporated in all we that do. Respect - Integrity - Transparency - Teamwork - Professionalism These are the principles that every member of our team lives by, whether that be business functions, customer interactions, how we interact with the local community and even how we view each other in the team.
being the leader in customer experience and building strong and sustainable OEM relationships. You will be a role model for your people who consistently demonstrate positive behaviours building a culture and environment for your team to succeed, leverage all knowledge and experience to have a successful impact on the business and wider Head of Business
population. What we can offer you 33 days’ annual leave , including bank holidays, rising with length of service. Retail discounts
that save you money every day Gym discounts, cash healthcare plans , and a
cycle-to-work scheme Car discounts
for new and used purchases and servicing Flexible pension scheme
to support your financial future Family-friendly policies
that help you spend more time with the people that matter A
wellbeing programme
to support you and your family Ongoing recognition
from your peers and leadership team A
community volunteering day What you'll do day to day Developing a strategy to increase revenue and profit in all areas of the business in accordance with the growth plan Ensuring all management and employees are committed to customer satisfaction and process excellence Controlling the sites cash flow, stocks and assets to achieve a satisfactory return on investment Formulating retailer policies in compliance with Legal and Brand Partner standards, establishing an efficient risk assessment/plan to pass internal/external audits first time every time Leading your people through demonstrating key behaviours, holding those accountable to the company values, incorporating impactful and skilled monthly reviews, team briefs and performance management practices Helpful Skills and Qualifications Proven experience in a similar role Strong leadership capability, 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 Passion for the customer, and enjoy interacting with them one to one and ensuring an unforgettable experience Curiosity, showing an interest in innovations in the external market and competitor landscape, having a passion for cars and learning more about the automotive industry A Commercial mind-set, with an entrepreneurial spirit, owning and influencing your P&L, whilst understanding the constraints and requirements of a Corporate environment The ability to engage and build rapport with individuals at all levels, being able to influence others A modern outlook, keeping up to date with modern technology, keeping abreast of changing consumer expectations Possessing a full EU driving licence We value diversity and believe it strengthens our team. If you don’t meet every requirement listed but are enthusiastic about this role and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply. Be part of something big Group 1 Automotive is on an exciting growth journey. We are home to over 7000 colleagues dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, with 114 dealerships in the UK, representing 21 brands at the forefront of automotive retail. But you don’t need to love cars to work with us
- just need to share our mission to create outstanding and trusted experiences for our customers, our partners, and our people. Our Values At Group 1 Automotive we pride ourselves on our five core values that are incorporated in all we that do. Respect - Integrity - Transparency - Teamwork - Professionalism These are the principles that every member of our team lives by, whether that be business functions, customer interactions, how we interact with the local community and even how we view each other in the team.
