Regional Business Development Manager

Key Duties and Responsibilities Identify and develop potential dealer partners in accordance with company network development plans. Conduct dealer assessments, site visits, due diligence, and qualification reviews. Support dealer appointments, onboarding, and network expansion activities. Monitor dealer qualification status and compliance with company requirements.

Participate in dealer performance reviews and support dealer improvement, suspension, restructuring, or exit processes where required. Maintain dealer development, assessment, and network management records. Support the implementation of dealer performance management standards, programs, and evaluation processes. Monitor dealership performance against company standards and operational requirements.

Support the implementation of dealership performance improvement initiatives. Track dealer performance progress and support continuous network quality enhancement. Support the implementation of dealership classification, improvement, retention, and exit actions based on performance management outcomes. Support implementation of dealership sales training programs and initiatives.

Coordinate dealership participation and external training resources. Monitor training effectiveness and collect dealership feedback. Support the coordination and implementation of product knowledge, sales process, and brand training programs. Assist in other operations of the department.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, Engineering, or a related field. Minimum of 3 years' experience in the automotive industry. Experience in automotive sales, dealer network development, channel management, or related fields. Competencies Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent negotiation and relationship management abilities.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Good market awareness and business development aptitude. Effective planning, organizational, and execution skills. Ability to build and maintain strong dealer and partner relationships. Result-driven, self-motivated, and target-oriented. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

How to Apply Submit your application through the online application form. Apply with your updated resume and use the job title in the subject heading. Applications are encouraged from all qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds and those with disabilities. Preference will be given to applicants in line with BAIC South Africa's current employment equity plan and targets.

If you do not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.