Head of Leasing, Hi-Line Leasing - Silversprings, Cork

Hi-Line Leasing is a leading provider of fleet management solutions, specialising in vehicle leasing services for clients across a wide range of industries in Ireland. We pride ourselves on delivering a personal and exceptional service, tailored solutions and innovative leasing options across all brands to meet the needs of our clients. 

The Role

Head of Leasing

Location

Silversprings, Cork  T23WD88.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced corporate leasing manager to lead our team and drive the success of our leasing business in Ireland. In this key role you will be overseeing and expanding our corporate leasing operations. This is a consultative sales role that requires the candidate to be driven and passionate about retaining, growing and selling to new and existing customers. The candidate must have a natural ability to form and nurture multiple relationships with key stakeholders within each assigned account.

The role involves managing client relationships, optimising fleet utilisation, negotiating contracts and ensuring our leasing services objectives align with the client’s business objectives.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the car industry, a wide knowledge of current industry products and trends, exceptional communication skills and a proven track record of managing corporate clients.

You will be supported by our Group management and Finance team and will report to the Group Directors.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to the leasing and administration team.
• Develop and implement Strategies to achieve Revenue and Profit targets.
  
• Monitor and analyse Fleet Management, Maintenance and Sales Performance KPIs to identify areas for improvement.
  
• Ensure excellent Customer Service standards are always maintained.
  
• Oversee Stock Management and Pricing Strategies.
  
• Manage finances, including budgeting, forecasting, and expense control.
  
• Recruit, train, and motivate staff to maximize their potential and productivity.
  
• Foster a positive work culture and maintain high levels of employee engagement and morale.
  
• Stay abreast of industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities.
  

Requirements

• Proven experience in a leadership role within the automotive industry, or related finance role preferably at a senior level or as department manager.
• Strong understanding of dealership or leasing operations, including Purchasing, Sales, Leasing, Aftersales, Finance and Administration.
  
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to develop and execute effective Sales and Marketing strategies.
  
• Solid financial acumen and budget management skills.
  
• Results-driven mindset with a focus on achieving targets and driving profitability.
  
• Knowledge of the Irish automotive market and regulatory requirements.
  

Benefits

In addition to an extremely attractive base salary plus bonus scheme, we offer the following benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including life assurance and pension.
• Company Car, Fuel Allowance, Insurance.
  
• Opportunities for professional development.
  
• Supportive work environment with a collaborative team culture.
  
• Access to training and resources to enhance skills and knowledge.
  

If you are a motivated and results-oriented leader with a passion for the automotive industry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our team and be part of our continued success!

If you would like to discuss this role in more detail please send a current CV and cover letter in confidence to the company directors at [email protected]

Application deadline: 28/08/2024

Reference ID: Head of Leasing, Hi-Line Leasing. 

Third Party or Agency Assistance is not required 

Apprentice Mechanics - Several Locations

Kevin O’Leary Group, main dealers for Opel, Suzuki, Honda, Mazda, Renault & Dacia seek a number of eager apprentice mechanics to join our team. We welcome applications for 1st year apprentices, as well as 2nd, 3rd and 4th year. Locations in Cork and Tipperary.

The successful candidate will be working in a busy well equipped workshop with a team of dedicated professionals assisting in the servicing and repairing of vehicles to the highest of manufacturer’s standards and will have the opportunity to progress their career through attending mechanic training programmes.

Candidates require:

• To pass a colour-vision test
• An aptitude for handling tools and equipment
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Problem solving skills
• Computer skills

Work remotely

• No

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Language:

• English (Required)

Retail Vehicle Sales Consultant - Bandon

At Kevin O’Leary Bandon we operate franchises for Opel and Mazda as well as a substantial used vehicle business and an established aftersales department.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Sales Consultant to join our team in the Bandon dealership.

About you

You'll ideally have experience in hospitality or a retail selling environment.

You have a positive outlook and are full of energy.

You'll have the ability to work successfully in a target-based environment.

You will have an Entrepreneurial mindset and you'll be driven by your ambition and own results.

You will be resilient, confident, and tenacious with an engaging personality

You'll have the ability to speak to a varied range of people and decision makers.

You'll be driven by great earning potential and career progression.

You'll be able to show initiative, be a self-starter, eager to learn from our small but extremely successful sales team.

Requirements:

• A minimum 3 years relevant sales experience, not necessarily within the motor industry
• Excellent communication skills

• Full driving licence (required)
• Professional demeanour and impeccable presentation
• Ability to work to monthly and yearly targets and role-related KPIs
• Ability to work as both part of a team and under own initiative
• Display a positive, motivated, and enthusiastic attitude

• Knowledge and experience in dealing with the general public and have a consultative approach in dealing with client requirements.
• A strong communicator capable of handling varied client types with ease.
• Negotiation and presentation skills

We offer a competitive salary and excellent commission / bonus structure, which will be negotiated depending on experience. The position offers a great opportunity for career progression.

The Role includes:

• Competitive Salary
• Commission and Bonus based on sales targets reached.
  
• Company Car
  
• 20 Days annual leave
  
• Free Parking
  

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

If this sounds like the right sales opportunity for you, get in touch today.

Apply in writing, attaching CV and cover letter to [email protected]

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From €50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Company car
• On-site parking

Sales Executive - Clonmel, Tipperary

At Clonmel the location for this role we have franchises for Opel, Renault and Dacia. We also have a busy used vehicle business and an established aftersales department. We are looking for a dynamic and experienced candidate to join our sales team. The successful candidate will be required to work as part of the sales team, to continuously deliver the highest level of satisfaction to our customers, and to continuously strive to meet sales targets and standards through the sales of new and used vehicles, finance products, insurance, warranty and accessories products.

Duties & Key Responsibilities:

• Achieve volume sales of new & used cars and retain a target margin. 
• Use an effective sales process. 
• Maximise sales & profitability through customer satisfaction and retention. 
• Develop and maintain full product knowledge of all products, accessories, prices and key features of major competitors.
• Report to the Sales Manager

The Required Candidate should:

• Be customer focused 
• Have excellent communication skills 
• Be enthusiastic, hardworking and committed to succeeding in a sales role 
• Have a proven ability to hit and exceed monthly sales targets 
• A background in maintaining existing customer relationships and developing new contacts is essential 
• Experience with a leading volume franchise is a distinct advantage

Experience: A minimum 3 years sales experience in a competitive environment.

Benefits: Company Car, Basic+Commission, Highly Competitive Package, Uncapped Commission.

Salary: €60,000 - €90,000 per annum on target earnings.

Apply in writing, attaching CV and cover letter to [email protected] 

Description

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: €60,000.00-€90,000.00 per year Guide

Education: Leaving Certificate and relevant 3rd Level Qualification.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: €60,000.00-€90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Company car
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Education:

• Leaving Certificate (preferred)

Experience:

• Sales: 3 years (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Co Tipperary, CO. Tipperary (required)