At BMW, our dynamic sales and distribution teams are continuously driving the success of our daily business by providing the expert support our dealer network relies on. And everyone shares in the rewards for helping us reach our ambitious sales and customer satisfaction targets. So whether you’re passionate about adding value with your people and sales skills or making customer’s happy by delivering on our promises, you’re sure to find an exciting challenge with us. Fostering a culture where everyone feels empowered, rewarded and supported is the driving force behind our success. So join us in changing the way the world moves for good. Our team in Sales is currently searching for an Area Manager. Located at BMW Group Australia’s head office in Mulgrave and reporting to the Head of Retail Network, you will represent a global premium luxury brand with regular travel within Australia to influence, steer and deliver results for your region. You will be responsible for implementing the sales policies and measures for BMW vehicles in the Dealer Network to support the achievement of national volume, market share, customer and profitability objectives. What awaits you? The successful candidate will manage the following responsibilities: You will be responsible for strategic planning of dealer activities to ensure sales, brand and corporate image, customer and staff satisfaction are maintained at the highest levels. You will be responsible for supporting and guiding dealers in the development, implementation and monitoring of a Dealer Business Plan and ensure agreed action plans are adhered to across all disciplines. You will be responsible for assisting dealers with the development of innovative and effective marketing strategies to ensure market leadership and brand representation. You will be responsible for assisting Network Development including dealer acquisitions; facility upgrade identification, management, and implementation; dealer appointments and dealer contract terminations. You will drive and monitor dealer performance in achievement of set targets and provide feedback to BMW Group Australia management. Qualifications & Experience A tertiary qualification in Business, Marketing or training in Sales leading to a certificate or diploma (or equivalent experience necessary). Extensive automotive experience within retail / wholesale environments with strong business knowledge across all disciplines including Sales, Marketing, Finance and Aftersales. Advanced communication, negotiation, problem solving and interpersonal skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills on varied corporate levels. Ability to analyse and interpret complex financial data and highlight specific areas for attention/action. Ability to build and manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Thorough proficiency in MS Office applications and SAP. WHAT DO WE OFFER? Attractive remuneration Flexible work policy and practices Health & Wellbeing initiatives Lifelong learning & career development BMW & MINI promotions and product offers Annual spend on BMW & MINI merchandise Free onsite parking Onsite café Subsidised onsite gym, dry cleaning and car wash facilities A dynamic, inclusive and sustainable working environment BMW Group is an equal opportunities employer and takes great pride in fostering and promoting diversity in every aspect of our work life and culture. We highly regard the skills, knowledge, experience, ideas, perspective and energy our diverse workforce brings into the company. Employment at BMW Group Australia is conditional upon pre-employment checks undertaken by the candidate on request and clearances received. This includes qualifications and employment checks, relevant background checks and may include police check(s) and credit check(s). By submitting an application for a role at BMW Group Australia the candidate confirms: They have valid rights to work in Australia They agree to undertake integrity checks upon request should their candidacy progress to an offer of employment.