Sinclair Motor Group are seeking an exceptional Head of Business to lead our award winning Land Rover retailer in Ludlow.
Job Title: Head of Business
Location: Land Rover Ludlow
Contract Type: Permanent/Full-time
Hours of work: 5 days a week Monday to Friday
Position Pays: Competitive
The Opportunity
This role offers full operational and commercial accountability for the retailer. Reporting to the Head of Franchise, you will lead all departments including New and Used Vehicle Sales, Aftersales and Finance, ensuring the continued growth, profitability and reputation of the business.
Ludlow represents a premium rural market with a loyal and affluent client base. It is a relationship driven environment where long term retention, reputation and quality of experience are critical to sustained success.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Responsible for full profit and loss performance of the retailer
2. Develop and execute robust business plans aligned to group and manufacturer objectives
3. Drive performance across new vehicles, used vehicles, finance, accessories and aftersales
4. Lead, coach and develop department managers and their teams to deliver high standards of client care and commercial performance.
5. Ensure all regulatory, FCA and brand compliance standards are adhered to
6. Monitor departmental performance through effective use of systems, reporting tools and financial trackers
7. Protect and enhance the retailers local reputation and customer experience performance
8. Provide regular and accurate business reporting to the Head of Franchise and Group leadership
9. Organise, direct and control all operational activities to achieve agreed plans and budgets
10. Ensure optimum use of all material, financial and personal resources
11. Promote and nurture a client care culture consistent with the expectations of Land Rover and Sinclair Motor Group
More About you:
12. Senior leadership experience within the Automotive sector, ideally at General Sales Manager or Head of Business level
13. Strong commercial and financial acumen with the ability to interpret data and drive performance
14. Excellent communication and influencing skills
15. A proven track record of delivering growth and profitability
16. The ability to lead from the front, inspire teams and build a high performance culture.
17. A strategic mindset combined with hands on operational leadership
What’s in it for you?
In addition to receiving a competitive salary and performance related bonus, you will also have access to a range of other benefits including:
18. Access to high end Land Rover company car via Management Car Scheme
19. 30 days annual leave including bank holidays which increases with length of service
20. Birthday day off
21. Company Car
22. Contributory Pension Scheme
23. Discounts on new and used vehicle purchases (as well as serving and repairs) for colleagues and their families
24. Free MOT every year
25. Recognition of length of service at 5,10,20,30 & 40 years anniversary