AddressJoin Mazda Australia as the State Manager, for Victoria and Tasmania! This pivotal executive position is responsible for leading a small team of 6 professionals to elevate business performance across 30+ Mazda Dealerships in Victoria and Tasmania. Reporting directly to the Director of Vehicle Sales, this position necessitates regular travel to all Victoria and Tasmania dealerships.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leadership and Team Development: Foster the growth of the Victorian State Office team, including responsibility for the State Office operations.
- Customer Experience Transformation: Drive the CX culture transformation program across all dealerships while monitoring performance.
- Financial and Business Management: Develop recommended financial budgets for state-wide operations, ensuring fiscal alignment and accurate sales forecasts for national approval. Prepare business updates on at least a monthly basis to the Mazda Australia executive team.
- Sales and Profitability Maximisation: Drive increased sales volume profitability and market penetration for vehicles, parts, service, and accessories throughout Vic/Tas.
- Performance Standards: Ensure dealerships consistently meet the business’s high-performance standards, focussing on the “Ultimate Customer Experience”.
- Quarterly reviews: Conduct quarterly assessments of dealerships, communicating performance feedback to Dealer Principals, and implementing structured action plans.
- Marketing and Training: Oversee or implement training, co-operative advertising, national campaigns, and local market intelligence efforts among Dealers.
- Dealer Engagement: Maintain a regular visit schedule with each dealership, adding value at every visit and reporting progress through dealer visit reports.
- Brand promotion: 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
Are you passionate about leadership, business and delivering transformative outcomes that elevate the customer experience? We’re seeking a dynamic individual with:
- A Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering or a related discipline.
- Previous automotive experience in a similar role.
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- 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.
- Outstanding financial and analytical expertise.
- Excellent communication and relationship building skills.
- Valid driver’s licence and a willingness to travel regionally in VIC/TAS
About Mazda Australia
Welcome to Mazda Australia, where innovation and passion converge to redefine the automotive experience. As a key player in the Mazda Motor Corporation, we're committed to crafting vehicles that embody style, performance, and cutting-edge technology. Join our team and be part of a legacy that drives excellence on the roads and in the hearts of driving enthusiasts.
Mazda Australia Benefits:
Join Mazda Australia for an enriching career where the joy of driving is at the heart of everything we do. Enjoy exclusive benefits, including fully maintained company vehicle, new car discounts, Employee Demo Vehicle Program, annual bonus eligibility, 17.5% annual leave loading, additional superannuation and a range of perks such as weekend loan cars, uniform allowance, and more. Experience a first-class working environment, a supportive team culture, and access to learning and development opportunities. Apply now to align your vision with ours and seize the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team!
If you’re ready for a challenge, apply today to connect your vision with ours. Discover more about us and seize this opportunity!
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, online psychometric assessment and assessment centre.
