Fresh Roles at WeBuyCars

Mechanic requirements: 

Requirements / Personal Attributes:

• Presentable appearance and sober habits
• Excellent timekeeping skills
• No criminal record
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to train co-workers
• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding skills
• A working understanding of electrical DBs and wiring
• Experience with diagnostics equipment and ECU’s
• Computer literate
• Strong technical background
• Be able to work in a team environment
• Set high standards and well-defined realistic goals both personally and within the team
• Should be able to carry out work in accordance with professional standards and have thorough
• knowledge in the field

Qualifications / Experience:

• Trade test motor mechanic (red seal)
• 5-7 years’ experience in diagnostics and fault finding on motor vehicles
• Valid driver’s license

Duties:

• Perform service, repair and maintenance on customer's vehicles
• Mechanical and Electronic Diagnostics
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Order and source parts
• Diagnosing and fault finding on all vehicle types
• Overhauling and repairing engines on all vehicle types

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Responsibilities

• Collect cost information and maintain an expenses database
• Construct data accumulation systems
• Plan and record variable costs
• Review standard and actual costs for inaccuracies
• Prepare budgeting reports
• Analyze and report profit margins
• Assisting in month-end and year-end closing
• Identify and recommend cost-effective solutions

Requirements and skills

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• 2-3 years of experience in cost accounting or similar role
• Strong technical abilities in financial reporting, analysis, and management, including proficiency in accounting software and Excel
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Experience with financial modelling, forecasting, and budgeting
• Knowledge of accounting principles and standards
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Will require travelling between different branches
• CIMA Qualified

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Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with various admin relating duties and responsibilities regarding buying of vehicles
• Responsible for all sign-ups, contract signing etc. 

Further requirements:

• Preferably reside in the Richards Bay and surrounding areas
• Grade 12 
• Fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong Admin skills  
• Previous admin or automotive experience welcome

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Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with various admin relating duties and responsibilities regarding buying of vehicles
• Responsible for all sign-ups, contract signing etc. 

Further requirements:

• Preferably reside in the PE and surrounding areas
• Grade 12 
• Fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong Admin skills  
• Previous admin or automotive experience welcome

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Duties and Responsibilities:

• Achieve Budgeted Volume and Gross Margin Targets
• Accurate Vehicle Appraisals
• Purchase Vehicles at The Right Price

Further requirements:

• Reside in the Burgersfort vicinity
• Preferably between the Ages Of 21 - 26
• Grade 12 Plus A Minimum Of 4 Years Work Experience
• Strong Negotiation Skills
• Fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong Admin and Technical Skills
• Excellent Communication Skills

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Duties and Responsibilities:

• Actively engage with prospective customers
• Develop an in-depth understanding of our ever-changing car inventory and use that knowledge to encourage customers to make a purchase
• Always well- informed about the stock available to make educated recommendations to customers
• Drive with clients on a test drive, while demonstrating all the features the vehicle has to offer, and provide educated answers to any potential questions
• Knowledge of costs, potential "add-ons" to offer, and an understanding of various pricing structures
• Work together with the FandI to facilitate a deal the customer is satisfied with, while yielding the highest return for the dealership

Required Skills:

• Ability to build rapport with customers and qualify their requirements
• Commitment to hitting targets
• Ability to consolidate the sale and walk the customer through every stage of the deal
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong negotiation skills
• Resilient, Ambitious, Target Driven

Further Requirements:

• Minimum Grade 12
• Sales experience will be a distinct advantage
• Proven track record with contactable references
• Previous experience in Customer Service
• Own reliable transport including valid Drivers License
• Applicants must reside within a 40km radius from Richmond Warehouse

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Duties and Responsibilities:

• To develop strategies to drive dealership revenue, profitability and market share in the relevant area.
• Develop and implement people capacity plans in line with delivery, performance objectives and budget, in partnership with specialized areas across the value-chain.
• To achieve and exceed financial targets as per agreed budget.
• Optimally manage and control the cross-functional areas in the dealership.
• To formulate and implement Dealership practices in compliance with legal requirements.
• To manage assets of a dealership optimally (cash control/flow, liquidity, stock, debtors, creditors, etc.).
• To provide effective leadership and people management in order to attract, develop and retain high quality and success orientated dealer staff.
• To ensure customer acquisition and retention via customer focused interventions in the dealership.
• To generate enthusiasm and set an appropriate brand example in line with the franchise standards.
• To be informed and up to date regarding competitor intelligence and awareness via proper market analysis.
• Track the performance to measure and improve operational efficiency for the dealership.
• Create a positive work climate and culture to energies employees, give meaning to work, minimize work disruption and maximize employee productivity

Skills and Personal Attributes:

• Motor industry knowledge.
• Brand Management knowledge.
• Business, Sales and Service Process and Parts knowledge.
• Customer service/orientation skills.
• People Management skills.

Requirements:

• Minimum Grade 12
• A minimum of 5 year's Management experience in the motor industry
• A relevant management qualification will be beneficial
• 3  Years experience as a Branch Manager in the Motor Industry

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Job Description:

We are looking for a Sales and F&I Administrator to work alongside our F&I Department managers to assist with handling the financial reporting and general administrative aspects of our daily operations 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist our F&I managers with various admin duties 
• Assist in running reports
• Performing other general administrative tasks
• Impeccable client service with professionalism and friendliness 
• Serve as a liaison between the branch and Head office
• Monthly reporting
• Compile and submit files with required documentation to financial institutions
• Knowledge of how the Vehicle industry works (and the terminology used)

Skills:

• Fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans
• Strong organisational skills with fine attention to detail
• Excellent Customer Service skills
• Be organised and able to take direction under authority
• Excellent Listening skills
• Excellent telephone etiquette 
• Strong personality that can manage heavy workloads 
• Positive attitude
• Must be able to delegate and manage people successfully

Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Excellent administrative, organising and communication skills
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced dealership environment
• Valid driver’s license with own reliable transport
• Willing to work two Saturdays per month

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Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prices all sorted merchandise
• Accuracy in approved store price points
• Ensuring the proper cleaning, tagging of vehicles
• Ensure proper and smooth functioning of production processes
• Other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor/lead
• Ensuring all cars are accurately described in order to generate maximum profit
• Must be inquisitive and investigative

Required Skills:

• Young and energetic
• Basic knowledge of retail pricing
• Previous warehouse / processing experience preferred
• Willing to work overtime
• Excellent communicator

Further Requirements:

• Matriculant/Grade 12
• Must have valid SA Drivers License

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Key Purpose

• The vacancy is for a Regional Trainer within We Buy Cars, who will be responsible for conducting all in-person and virtual training for the sales force.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create and design training programmes in-line with business objectives that support the management team.
• To assess training needs aligned to gaps identified and then design, deliver, and evaluate training sessions.
• Ensure individuals have continuous improvement and development for success planning where applicable.
• Communicating Data and metrics that informs and supports both managers and team’s progress and succession planning.
• Set priorities of training needs to ensure the business reaches the targets for the set year.
• Ensure that the training function offers quality, cost effective and value-added service.
• Research potential new learning activities.
• Introduce and implement new training processes, systems to record and review training needs and delivery.
• Review the training which is currently offered within the organization and ensure that it is fit for purpose.
• Design training profiles for all roles identifying both mandatory and non-essential training and development which support the needs of the business.
• Review training and development records, identifying and collating training needs and identifying the gaps.
• Assign and coordinate the appropriate training for all current employees in line with their roles.
• Implement the training schedule for all employees, establishing review dates and further training in line with employee’s role and requirements of external bodies.
• Map out training plans for new starters and allocate required training and induction programmes on commencement with organization.
• Work proactively with and advise managers on training requirements.
• Work closely with managers to review learning and development interventions for technical competencies, leadership development and personal effectiveness.
• Source, identify and arrange internal and external training to address competency gaps.
• Monitor and evaluate feedback and effectiveness of all training and development, collate and distribute quality reports to stakeholders.
• Manage relationships with internal key stakeholders!
• Deal with enquiries and to respond accordingly in writing, e-mail or verbally.
• To be fully responsible for the induction process by arranging, co-ordinating and facilitating sessions, ensuring all new employees go through the programme requirements.
• Develop sound working relationships with stakeholders to enhance learning and development opportunities.
• Ad hoc special projects that have business impact which may require after hours work

Required Skills:

•  Critical thinker with innovative problem-solving skills
•  Familiar with traditional and modern training processes
•  Strategic and creative mindset
•  Growth mindset
•  Excellent organisational and time management skills
•  Very good command of the English language
•  Meticulous attention to detail
•  Good project management skills
•  Communicate effectively with diverse personalities.
•  Delivering results and meeting customer expectations
•  Coping with pressure and setbacks
•  Adapting and responding to change
•  Relating and networking
•  Applying expertise and technology
•  Advanced report writing skills

Further Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources/Management, Training or Development or any related area
• Relevant Training Qualification
• A minimum of 3 year working experience in a training role is required.
• A minimum of 3 years sales experience is required.
• A minimum 2 years’ experience in the Learning and Development sector in a   management position will be an advantage.
• Computer literate skills
• Solid experience with Microsoft Office
• Experience in automotive sales will be advantageous.