Job DescriptionA client in auto dealership is looking for a Regional Sales Manager to join their company for the SSA region. The successful candidate will be responsible for the Company to Dealer business relationship for a defined geographical territory. As you will serve as the main point pf contact between the Company and the Dealers in that region, it will be required of you to handle the relationship with a spirit of true collaboration and performance management.The key responsibilities for this role will include:Manage Zone / District ManagersBusiness ManagementAchieve retail and wholesale sales objectiveSales vs. objective reviewsSales Consultant coaching and developmentMonthly / quarterly reviews and regional dealer meetings As you will be responsible for hitting the ground running extensive experience is essential. You will also be hands-on involved with the department. The requirements:Qualification:Bachelors degree or equivalent in Business Management/Marketing or related fieldExperience:5 Years retail automotive industry experience or OE field experience (ideally as a Zone Manager) with a combination of other OE M&S experience is a mustDetailed Process knowledge of Dealer Sale operations, Systems and Procedures Skills Required:Strong business acumen & Presentation Skills; written and verbal; able to walk people of various levels of an organization through project details and business cases, utilizing efficient and effective methods, as determined most appropriate for the audience and contentsRelationship building able to read and connect with key business partners (incl Dealers) and establish collaborative partnershipsProject & business Plan development and implementation experience