BUSINESS HEAD

Job Description : BUSINESS HEAD AUTO ZIMBABWE Recruit, hire, train, and lead a high-performing team of automotive sales professionals to achieve and exceed sales targets for 2-wheelers and 3-wheelers. Develop and implement sales strategies, including GTM/RTM planning, pricing, promotional campaigns (BTL/ATL), and aggressive market expansion to drive market share, profitability, and dealer network growth. Set sales goals, forecast stocks , prepare budgets/plans aligned with annual objectives, and compile regular reports on performance, competitor analysis, and market trends. Coach team on best practices for closing deals, customer relationship management (CRM), inventory control, and after-sales service; step in to resolve key customer issues. Lead nationwide distribution, and salesforce, explore growth opportunities, ensure resource adequacy, and maintain relationships with partners, vendors, suppliers, and dealers. Conduct regular sales meetings, gather/analyze data, and travel extensively across respective provinces/country. Focus on customer satisfaction, innovative campaigns. Business Head - Additional Expectations Own full P&L accountability by preparing accurate monthly top-line and bottom-line reports, conducting variance analysis against budgets, driving cost optimization initiatives, and leveraging P&L insights for sustainable profitability and growth. Demonstrate hands-on experience scaling operations in African automotive markets. Excel in cross-functional leadership, integrating sales, marketing, and support functions to build robust business ecosystems. Bring strategic vision to expand dealer networks, optimize supply chains, and navigate competitive landscapes effectively. Ensure the company has adequate and suitable resources to complete its activities. Assess overall company performance against strategic objectives. Postgraduate degree (Associate/Bachelor's in Sales, Marketing, or Management preferred). 15+ years in sales/marketing within automotive distribution (2/3-wheelers), consumer durables, or FMCG; proven track record heading sales/marketing functions with strong leadership experience in African markets. Expertise in automotive business processes, with sound commercial acumen, analytical skills, and knowledge of inventory control, CRM platforms, digital marketing, distributor handling and B2B sales. Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills; outgoing, service-focused, creative, and innovative thinker with a pleasing personality. Willingness to relocate/travel outside India; Portuguese or French language skills an added advantage; immediate joining preferred. Familiarity with Ethiopia, Mozambique, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Madagascar, Malawi, Angola, or other similar African markets essential. Sales Strategy & Leadership Team Management & Coaching CRM, Digital Marketing & Customer Relationship Management Competitor Analysis & Market Forecasting BTL/ATL Marketing & Brand Building Dealer Network Expansion & GTM/RTM Planning Budgeting, Reporting & P&L Management After-Sales Service & Supply Chain B2B Sales and Account Management.

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