Western Cape: Regional Manager – Automotive Parts (Western Cape) posted by Techbridge Recruitment

About the Role

The Regional Manager – Automotive Parts will be responsible for overseeing the performance of multiple branches in the Western Cape region. This role requires a strong leader with excellent commercial, analytical, and financial acumen to drive business growth, improve operational efficiency, and foster a culture of accountability and high performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all assigned branches meet sales targets, gross profit margins, and customer service standards
• Review and manage monthly branch performance, income statements, and budgets
• Monitor profit and loss, stock levels, shrinkage, losses, and operational costs
• Drive corrective action plans where performance gaps exist
• Ensure branches operate efficiently, including receiving, dispatch, stock handling, and housekeeping
• Drive compliance with fleet usage, equipment maintenance, and operational procedures
• Monitor and reduce stock losses, downtime, and operational inefficiencies
• Lead, mentor, and support Branch Managers and their teams
• Identify training needs, succession planning, and talent development within the region
• Address performance, conduct, and disciplinary matters in collaboration with HR
• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and high performance
• Drive exceptional customer experience and retention
• Analyse customer feedback and complaints, ensuring effective resolution
• Support sales initiatives to attract new customers and regain lost business
• Build strong relationships with key customers and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with company policies, operating standards, and legislative requirements
• Enforce health and safety standards, security measures, and audit readiness
• Monitor and support completion of safety checks and compliance documentation
• Submit accurate and timeous weekly and monthly regional reports
• Track KPIs including sales, stock counts, customer satisfaction, and safety metrics
• Participate in regional and national management meetings

Requirements

• BCom Management or relevant degree (advantageous)
• At least 5–8 years’ experience in a similar regional or multi-branch management role
• Strong experience in retail, automotive, wholesale, or distribution environments
• Proven track record in profit & loss management and financial accountability
• Solid understanding of sales, stock control, operations, and customer service

Qualifications

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Salary & Benefits

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