Who are we?
MiWay is a direct financial services company. We are passionate about service excellence, convenience and offering our clients superior value products. Our Vision is to be a world-class direct financial services business that offers a complete array of services under one convenient umbrella – all managed online. Category winners of the Mail & Guardian Top Companies Reputation Awards in 2014, as well as the Deloitte Best Company to Work For Survey 2011 and 2012 – were are passionate about our people. We are positive that with the right people on board, we will continue to grow and give our clients the freedom to do things their way – free from worry and most importantly at peace with all the “what-ifs” of the world. Company values that every employee subscribes to are: Energy, Freedom, Accountability and Attitude. The ideal candidate is one who has the courage to be bold and subscribes to MiWay’s core values! Do you have a positive attitude, love a challenge, treat your colleagues with respect and look for solutions, not problems? If yes, then MiWay is the place for you!
Job Description
The Dealer distribution team is looking for an energetic and dynamic individual who wants to take on the role of a Dealership Area Manager in the Kwa-Zulu Natal region. The successful candidate must be able to work independently, be highly motivated and perform under pressure in a highly challenging and competitive environment. Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate on all business levels is of the utmost importance. The role of a Dealership Area Manager requires urgency and attention to detail.
Minimum Qualification required
Grade 12 / Standard 10 Tertiary qualification will be beneficial RE 5 certificate
Minimum Experience
Minimum 2 to 4 years face to face sales, account management, relationship, or related experience Previous experience in the Dealership Market would be an advantage
Essential requirements
Self-starter, self-motivated and self-disciplined with a proven track record Sound understanding of business and business development Sales target driven with an ability to see opportunity and open doors Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills Highly proficient at developing strong business relationships Strong written and verbal communication skills Practical and effective communicator, able to communicate at all levels Strong service, and problem-solving skills Flexible and adaptable Ability to multi-task and cope under pressure Ability to work independently and as part of a team Commitment to personal and team goals Creative and innovative Professionalism Must be fluent in English and Afrikaans Must be able to travel locally daily Must have your own reliable vehicle and a valid South African driver’s license
Deliverables include but will not be limited to
Actively source and on-board new independent and group dealership partners. Develop and maintain relationships to generate additional new business from both existing and new dealerships. Take accountability for the achievement of performance targets and objectives relevant to a specific region. Effectively motivate, provide guidance, coaching, and training to dealership role-players with the aim of growing business opportunities. Represent the MiWay brand in alignment with MiWay values. Have proper, engaging business discussions with all relevant dealership role-players. Effectively resolve any issues that may arise in day-to-day operations. Market new products for distribution through the dealership distribution channel.
Turnaround time
The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers. Deadline to apply: 23 October 2024
