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KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• 3 – 5 years’ wholesale and management experience at a senior level;

• Demonstrated success in launching new products and/or penetrating new markets;

• Product knowledge (own & competitor) i.e. various suppliers tyres and rims;

• Advanced Computer Literate Skills (MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel)

• Hands on experience in tyre industry;

• Demonstrated ability to manage stock (stock-take, mix, etc.)

• Experience in African countries;

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Developing the channel strategy and overseeing its execution;

• Day to day execution of supply chain partnerships for the wholesale business;

• Set, monitor and ensure achievement of business plan and KPI targets.

• Make recommendations to the board on any adjustments or improvements to the business plan.

• Identify and drive actions to improve profitability

• Develop, lead and execute negotiations

• Scout and identify suitable business (retail and/or wholesale) opportunities;

• Set up the infrastructure for the new business;

• Ensure all equipment and stock are in place;

• Ensure marketing campaigns are set up;

• Plan and Organise Resources;

• Manage all training aspects to up skill local resources;

• Build strong Customer Relations with local business partners;

• Monthly reporting on all aspects of the businesses;

SKILLS / BEHAVIOUR REQUIRED:

• Self-driven individual with demonstrated success, particularly in a wholesale environment;

• Excellent presentation and selling skills;

• Strong negotiation skills;

• Leadership skills & the ability to coach, mentor and impart knowledge;

• Excellent Planning & Organising Skills

• Recruitment & interviewing skills.

• Ability to handle conflict.

• Cultural diversity.

• In-depth knowledge of financial acumen (income statements, budgets etc.)

• Excellent Customer/Service orientation

• Ability to use initiative;

• Professional presentation of self;

• Collaboration focused i.e. building relationships with suppliers and customers;

• High degree of Integrity/honesty;