AddressAbout the role
Join Mazda Australia as the next Area Manager - Vehicle Dealership Network working across Vic & Tas. Reporting directly to the State Manager based in Mulgrave. This position requires regular travel to a portfolio of assigned dealerships within the region. This role is a key business development opportunity where you can help to drive growth in line with Mazda Australia’s sales objectives.
The relationship between Mazda Australia and the Dealer network is a critical factor that helps drive our collective business results.
Key responsibilities include:
- Drive increased sales volume profitability and market penetration for vehicles, parts, services, and accessories.
- Ensure dealerships consistently meet the business’s high-performance standards, focusing on the “Ultimate Customer Experience”.
- Undertake quarterly assessments of dealerships, communicating performance feedback to Dealer Principals, and implementing structured action plans.
- Oversee or implement training, co-operative advertising, national campaigns, and local market intelligence efforts among Dealers.
- Maintain a regular visit schedule with each dealership, adding value at every visit and reporting progress through dealer visit reports.
- Uphold Mazda’s brand reputation through effective management of policies, programs, and procedures, solidifying our position as a leading automotive brand for both Dealers and customers.
About You
- A Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering or a related discipline.
- Previous automotive experience in a similar role.
- A self-starter with demonstrated ability to build long term strategic partnerships/relationships with new and existing customers.
- A proven track record of driving growth and development in a KPI-driven environment
- Exceptional leadership, stakeholder management, and influential abilities to inspire growth and drive business success.
- Customer-centric mindset.
- Strong financial and analytical expertise.
- Valid driver’s licence and a willingness to travel regionally in WA and across the business national where applicable.
Application and Selection Process
We value attitudes, behaviours, and values that align with Mazda Australia’s culture. Applicants will be subject to a police check, reference checks, and online psychometric assessments.
About Mazda
At Mazda Australia, we believe in enriching lives in motion and creating uplifting experiences.
With the joy of driving at the centre of everything we do, our products continue to inspire our employees and customers across Australia.
- On offer to attract candidates of the highest calibre is an attractive base salary package and a raft of company benefits, including but not limited to:
- Fully maintained company vehicle (including fuel)
- Discounts to purchase new cars for employees and their immediate family members.
- Employee Demo Vehicle Program (EDVP) lease up to 3 new vehicles for 1% per month of the retail price – including ALL on-road costs & roadside assistance. Monthly payroll deduction and turnover of new cars is every 6-9 months.
- Annual bonus program eligibility.
- Annual leave loading of 17.5% paid in December each year.
- Access to weekend loan cars, annual uniform allowance, EAP, BUPA discounts, annual flu vax, annual skin checks, and free onsite parking.
- Truly a first-class working environment, great team culture and supportive/inclusive workplace.
- Learning and development – access to LinkedIn learning subscription and financial support for those wanting to undertake further study.
If you’re ready for a challenge, apply today to connect your vision with ours. Discover more about us and seize this opportunity!
