Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match. 

What you will do

The Main Purpose of the Job is to support Volvo Truck customers and the dealer network from a parts perspective.  Plan, execute and follow-up major development in area of responsibility.  Responsible for managing the Volvo Truck parts business and profitability in the region, whilst managing the logistic setup and interface towards GTO.

 

Reporting:  This position reports to the Senior Manager: Parts & Service Sales.

 

Job Objectives:

 

Setting of competitive Parts Pricing with focus on Wholesale and Retail GP margins.  Act as a first line contact and support to the dealer network to provide aid in meeting the customer’s needs. Assist dealers in developing and driving their business plans and to identify, support and implement business processes to assist them in achieving their KPI’s. Monitor and assist dealers to achieve their operational targets to enable sustainable market related growth. Assist dealers in building a strategic working customer database through identifying valuable information that will assist the dealer in growing and retaining the customers. Deliver the agreed and committed overall objectives for the function Genuine Parts. Set appropriate objectives, initiate actions, monitor performance and follow-up results. Secure that systems and tools are launched with aftermarket product availability. Manage parts projects considering, GP, initial stock ordering/holding, lead times and associated reporting. Instill a continuous improvement culture. Ensure Parts Consolidated Gross Profit as per Business plan through Genuine Volvo parts sales and Extended sales. Always ensure the highest degree of customer satisfaction.         Actively seek to maintain/achieve an increased market share. Conduct regular service offer benchmarks to ensure market competitiveness and captured lost sales/customers. Qualification & Job Experience

 

Business management diploma or degree (Advantageous). 3-5 years relevant experience in parts business management within the heavy commercial vehicle industry.    3-5 years relevant experience in parts sales (retail and wholesale) within the heavy commercial vehicle industry.

 

Job Knowledge:

 

Basic heavy vehicle technology.   Inventory control and supply chain. Parts Pricing.

 

Job Related Skills

 

Computer software- Microsoft Excel. Customer relationship.   Communication.   Analytical skills.   Networking skills.   Sales orientated. Key Competencies Relating and Networking. Analyzing. Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations. Deciding and Initiating Action. Adapting and Responding to Change. Applying Expertise and Technology. Adhering to Principles and Values. Following Instructions and Procedures. Working with People.
 

Short listed candidates must complete and sign personal verification permission, consent and indemnity declarations, to inter alia perform reference, criminal, credit, qualification, vetting process (if applicable to position) and any other checks deemed necessary.
Volvo Group Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is an affirmative action, equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage people with disability to apply.

Last Application Date: 24 February 2025.

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Who we are and what we believe in 
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities. 

 

At Volvo Trucks you will be part of leading the way towards a sustainable transport industry. For nearly a century we have been innovating for people – to make life easier, better and safer. Driving progress is our promise to customers, to the industry and to society. At Volvo Trucks we share a curiosity to learn, we work with passion and we embrace change to stay ahead. Join us, together we move the world we want to live in.