Area Sales Manager (Automotive/OEM)

Why Join Geely:• Geely is a global leader in smart electric vehicles and automotive innovation.• Own iconic brands like Geely Auto, Zeekr, Volvo, Polestar, Lotus, and hold a 17% stake in Aston Martin.• With $100B+ assets and 140,000+ employees worldwide.• 30,000+ engineers & designers across China, Sweden, the UK, the U.S., and Germany.• 4,000+ sales/service locations worldwide.• Fortune Global 500 company for 13 consecutive years.• Pioneering AI-driven automotive solutions with one of the largest cloud computing center powers(1.02 Exaflops/sec).• Geely’s Geespace launched 20 satellites to enable safe autonomous driving.• World-class digitalisation and AI-driven manufacturing.• Mission & Vision: A Sustainable Future, A Better World• Core Value: Truth-seeking & practical, hardworking & enterprising, collaborative & innovative• Culture: Achiever, Problem-Solving, Benchmarking, Compliance
Why This Role:Step Into OEM Sales Leadership – A strong pathway into Regional Sales Manager rolesOwn Your Dealers – Take responsibility for a portfolio of dealerships and drive real outcomesLearn Fast, Grow Faster – Work directly under experienced Regional Sales ManagersBe Close to the Market – Frontline exposure to dealer operations, customers, and competitorsReal Impact, Not Just Reporting – Your work directly drives retail performance and network growth About This Role:As an Area Sales Manager, you will support the Regional Sales Manager in driving dealer performance across your assigned area.(QLD&NT)You will take ownership of a portfolio of dealerships （typically smaller or developing dealers）, ensuring execution of sales strategies, improving operational discipline, and delivering consistent sales growth.This is a hands-on, execution-focused role, ideal for someone looking to step up within an OEM environment. Key responsibilities:Dealer Performance ExecutionSupport dealerships in achieving retail, wholesale, and KPI targetsWork closely with dealer sales teams to drive daily/weekly executionIdentify performance gaps and implement action plans with dealersMonitor pipeline, conversion, and sales activity to ensure momentumDealer Relationship & SupportBuild strong working relationships with dealer sales managers and frontline teamsAct as the first point of contact for assigned dealers on operational mattersProvide hands-on support to improve showroom performance and customer experienceEscalate key risks and issues to the Regional Sales ManagerSales Operations & ReportingTrack and analyse sales data, stock levels, and dealer KPIsPrepare regular reports and insights for the Regional Sales ManagerEnsure accurate and timely reporting from dealershipsSupport forecasting, order planning, and stock managementSupport the development and execution of dealer business plansProgram & Strategy ExecutionSupport implementation of national sales campaigns, incentives, and programsEnsure dealer compliance with OEM standards, dealer agreements, and brand requirementsAssist in rolling out new product launches and sales initiativesWork with marketing and aftersales teams to support local executionTraining & Capability DevelopmentSupport dealer training on product knowledge, sales processes, and systemsReinforce OEM standards and sales discipline at dealership levelCoach dealer teams on basic sales skills, pipeline management, and customer engagementMarket Intelligence & FeedbackMonitor local market trends, competitor activity, and dealer feedbackProvide timely insights to Regional Sales Manager and HQIdentify opportunities to improve market penetration and dealer performance Qualifications:2–5 years of experience in automotive sales, dealership operations, or OEM environmentStrong understanding of automotive retail operations and dealership networks.High level of execution, attention to detail, and accountabilityStrong analytical and reporting skillsAbility to influence and build relationships with dealer stakeholdersProactive, hands-on, and solutions-oriented mindsetWillingness to travel frequently within the regionExceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skillsAbility to analyse and interpret sales data, financial reports, and market researchProven ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced, high-performance, and rapidly evolving environmentWith full working rights in Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role