Head Of Used Vehicle Performance

3 weeks ago


Southampton, United Kingdom This Is An It Support Group Full time

Salary A competitive salary with a performance-related bonus.
Basis Full Time Region Hampshire Date posted 09/12/2024 Job reference TR000010V0 At Hendy Group, we are proud to have become a leading automotive dealer group employing 1600 colleagues, representing 20+ manufacturer brands across 60+ locations.
To continue this success and build for future growth, we are reviewing the way in which we operate to enhance efficiency, streamline communication, and improve collaboration.
This desire to continually improve and innovate reflects our commitment to delivering a world-class experience to our customers, creating a great place for careers to flourish for our colleagues, and enables us to best serve the communities in which we operate.
We are looking for talented individuals to join us as we shape the future of Hendy Group.
Join our Leadership Team – One Vision, One Team, One Hendy.
Are you a dynamic and data-driven leader with a passion for maximising performance in the used vehicle market?
Hendy Group, one of the UK's leading privately owned automotive retail groups, is seeking a Head of Used Vehicle Performance to oversee and optimise our used vehicle operations across our multi-site network in the South of England.
About Us: Hendy Group has a heritage of over 165 years, representing a wide portfolio of automotive brands, operating across a number of locations and is recognised as the UK's largest multi-franchise dealership network, employing over 1600 colleagues.
We pride ourselves on setting world-class standards in the automotive retail, aftersales, and parts industry, making us one of the most trusted names in automotive.
The Opportunity: As Head of Used Vehicle Performance , you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to drive profitability, optimise stock management, and enhance customer satisfaction in the used vehicle market.
Reporting directly to the Commercial Operations Director, you will have a small team working together to ensure you drive profitability through effective buying, preparation, and sales processes for both cars and commercial vehicles.
The Accountabilities: Stock Management: Oversee stock acquisition, distribution, and management processes to balance inventory levels and maximise profitability.
Team Leadership: Inspire and motivate your team, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence among high-performing colleagues.
Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement business and pricing strategies to grow used vehicle sales, profitability, and market share.
Working Capital Control: Manage stock investment levels to ensure optimal working capital utilisation.
Vehicle Preparation: Oversee the preparation of used vehicles to ensure compliance with required standards and high standards of vehicle presentation.
Market Dynamics and Online Publishing: Leverage insights from Autotrader and other online platforms to understand market trends, and adjust accordingly.
Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, OEM Partners, and suppliers.
Market Analysis: Stay ahead of market trends, customer behaviours, and competitor activity to inform decision-making and strategy.
About You: To succeed as Head of Used Vehicle Performance you will need: Proven experience in a leadership role within the automotive used vehicle sector or related industry.
A strong track record of delivering commercial success and operational excellence.
Exceptional analytical skills, with the ability to use data to inform decisions and drive results.
Outstanding leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop teams.
A customer-focused mindset, with a passion for delivering an exceptional experience.
Excellent communication and relationship building skills.
Strong commercial acumen and a good understanding of the used vehicle market.
What We Offer: A competitive salary with a performance-related bonus.
Access to the car benefit scheme.
Comprehensive benefits, including pension, healthcare, and more.
Base location flexible within region.
A collaborative and innovative working environment.
Opportunities for professional growth and career progression within a leading automotive group.
Why Hendy Group?
Joining Hendy Group means becoming part of a business that values its people, prioritises innovation, and is dedicated to delivering excellence.
With our rich history of 165 years and an exciting future, we're the perfect place to take your career to the next level.
This is your opportunity to lead and shape the success of our used vehicle operations.
If you're a forward-thinking leader ready to make a difference as Head of Used Vehicle Performance at Hendy Group, we'd love to hear from you.
Select Apply Now, submit a CV and a detailed covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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