Branch Manager

Alert Engine Parts is seeking a target‑driven, enthusiastic Branch Manager for the Pietermaritzburg branch. The role focuses on ensuring branch growth, profitability, and alignment with group strategy.

Matric or

Tertiary business qualification- Desirable

Minimum of 10 years’ experience in automotive aftermarket industry.

Extensive experience in a Branch/Sales/Warehouse Manager role - preferably in the automotive industry or related business.

Should have sound experience in and an extensive knowledge of the business and industry.

Leadership qualities

Must have a good understanding of all the legislation, example the Labour Relations Act, the Basic Condition of Employment act, the Employment Equity Act, etc Firm grasp of administration and internal controls.

Business acumen, human resource management, financial management, business management, communication, strategic management and implementation, strategic customer relationship management, leadership, and business risk management.

Must have a good understanding of asset management, financial knowledge and have a “hands on” operating style.

Computer literate.

Good knowledge of the automotive aftermarket parts industry with particular emphasis on the region.

Align the branch with the group strategies.

Understanding and ability to communicate effectively and conduct business in an appropriate professional business manner.

Ability to work with management effectively and cooperatively above and below.

Clear criminal record.

Key Performance Indicators includes, but not limited to.

• Should have firm grasp of administration and internal controls.
• Strongly computer literate.
• Generate and prepare monthly reports concerning the activities of the branch.
• Prepare budgets and forecast.