Head of Business

Job Description
HEAD OF BUSINESS
-for both Elite & High PRESTIGE - Edinburgh

• Two Brands
• Solid Stable Employer
• An additional used car site

Our client, a leading automotive retailer is representing an outstanding brand/s in a prime dealer location in the Edinburgh area. They are looking to recruit a proven Head of Business / General Manager to lead and motivate a team of like-minded motor trade professionals working for the most sought-after brands in the world. You will be the HOB of two new and used brands and a user car site also - where you can sell all makes and models.

So the best of all worlds!

You must have an incredible passion for people and the drive to create a memorable customer service experience for every customer. Inspiring your small but dedicated team to improve results month on month through a hands‑on approach is critical for this position.

• The Head of Business / General Manager leads a divisional site within a small but very prestigious automotive brand.
• They have overall responsibility for the strategic agenda of the business, growing sales, and leading, developing and empowering colleagues to deliver excellent customer service.
• They will be a brand ambassador and partner with the local community to gain a competitive advantage and increase market share.

• Strong leaders, able to communicate a vision and gain buy-in and commitment from the team, strong at developing and coaching others and creating an empowering culture.
• Passionate about the customer and enjoy interacting with them one to one and ensuring an unforgettable customer experience.
• Curious, interested in innovations in the external market and the competitor landscape, passionate about cars and learning about the automotive industry.
• Commercial, with an entrepreneurial spirit, owning and influencing their P&L, whilst understanding the constraints and requirements of a PLC corporate environment.
• Engaging, good at building rapport with individuals at all levels, able to influence others, with strong people skills. Driven, determined to succeed and competitive, with a strong work ethic.
• Modern in their outlook, technology and social media savvy, abreast of changing consumer expectations and IT literate.
• Drivers, with a full EU Driving Licence

As a Head of Business, you will receive a salary of up to £60,000 Basic plus Bonus, taking you to £70-80,000 OTE.