Area Sales Manager – Northern Region (QLD) - Urgent Position

About the company

Chery Automobile Co., Ltd. was founded on January 8, 1997, in Wuhu, Anhui Province, China. Chery has been built upon the philosophy of independent innovation, developing a complete technology and product R&D system, producing several award-winning car models. Chery products are exported to more than 80 countries and regions in the world. Chery auto is the trusted JV partner for other brands, such as JAGUAR, LAND ROVER in China. So far, more than 7 million units have been sold, making Chery the first Chinese automobile to achieve this sales milestone and ranks No. 1 in China for 15 years in a row. With global R&D centres in China, Silicon Valley, USA and Europe, the company has established 14 productions across China, and other markets. Chery currently has 16,721 employees (about the seating capacity of Madison Square Garden), among whom 3,500 are R&D staff. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to be part of this exciting journey, with Chery Motor Australia (CMA).

About the Role

Your role as Area Sales Manager for Northern Region (QLD) is to ensure that set targets & KPI’s are achieved through your selected Dealer zones, by making use of automotive industry knowledge. You will build strong relationships through communication and empathy and bring value into the Dealership network. Furthermore, you will develop and maintain a highly motivated Dealer network, capable of achieving all sales objectives as set by Chery.

Job tasks and responsibilities

• Maintain effective communication and Dealer relationships through consistent Dealer visits, ensuring all dealers are well informed & across all corporate activities and programs
• Ensure that set targets are achieved on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis, including operational KPI’s targets
• Support the Dealership in the development & execution of plans to manage stock, sales & marketing activities & showroom displays
• Identify key events in their local area, to attend and promote the Dealership / Chery brand
• Train, motivate & support Dealership team members to exceed set targets & objectives
• Ensure stock is monitored & managed in line with CMA expectations
• Ensure Dealer standards are achieved & maintained in line with the terms and conditions of the Dealer agreement, and is being met as per the guideline provided by CMA

To be successful you need 

We are searching for driven individuals, with a passion for the automotive industry. You will strive to achieve results whilst developing a disciplined & structured process.

• 5+ years relevant experience in a similar OEM based Automotive role
• Effective communication skills and problem-solving skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Proficiency with MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, CRM etc
• An analytical approach and result-oriented with a desire for career growth.

Why work for Chery Motor Australia 

We have an energised team, together focused on the success & growth of Chery.

We offer:

• An industry leading packaged salary with additional monthly performance-based rewards
• Company car & tool-of-trade supplied
• Annual & parental leave benefits and more
• EAP Converge for personal or work-related support. Health & Wellbeing resources and more.
• Employee vehicle lease program for the use of Chery cars at a reduced price

If you would like to be a part of a dynamic & progressive team at Chery Motor Australia, please submit your details & resume for this role. If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted by telephone for next steps. We are an equal opportunity employer & thanks all applicants for expressing their interests in wanting to become a part of the Chery Motor team.