Dealer Network Development Manager

Title: AUTOMOTIVE Network Development ManagerSalary 65K + benefitsLocation MidlandsTravel involved: yes, extensive travel throughout the regionCompany details:Global passenger car company, at the forefront of the ever-changing automotive market. This business in expanding fast and bucking the trend within the automotive sector. You will be joining a company that is obsessed with meeting the highest standards of quality and customer care as it expands its dealership network in the UK. This is a fast -growth brand and this role is varied and interesting. The role in a nutshell : The role is a mix of Strategy (network planning), Relationship management (dealer partners), Performance management and Business development (franchise expansion)DUTIES You will work across all teams, especially the Quality and Performance teams Build the dealer network and implement the expansion strategy Decide where new dealerships should open and which partners to appoint Recruit and manage franchise dealer partners Identify and select investors / dealer groups Run recruitment processes Support dealership onboarding Drive dealer performance and ensure that dealers hit their sales targets, aftersales performance and customer experience standards Exercise stringent control over dealer standards, meticulously managing review processes (including scorecards, retailer improvement programmes and sales escalations) and overseeing the appointment and termination process Create and manage business plans ..... full job details .....