Centre Principal

Posted 8 hours 36 minutes ago by Securitas UK

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Gloucestershire, Tewkesbury, United Kingdom, GL205
Job Description
Job Description

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Strategic Leadership
  • Develop and deliver the Centre's business strategy in line with Group objectives.
  • Create and implement annual business plans covering commercial performance, people development, customer experience and operational excellence.
  • Identify opportunities for sustainable growth while protecting and enhancing the Porsche brand.
  • Build strong relationships with Porsche Cars Great Britain and other key stakeholders.
Commercial Performance
  • Drive outstanding performance across every area of the Centre, delivering ambitious targets in new and Porsche Approved vehicle sales, aftersales, parts, finance and insurance, customer satisfaction and profitability.
  • Take full accountability for the Centre's financial performance, including P&L responsibility.
  • Monitor market trends, competitor activity and business performance to maximise opportunities and maintain a competitive advantage.
  • Drive operational excellence and efficiency while maintaining exceptional standards across all departments.
People & Culture
  • Inspire, develop and lead a high-performing management team.
  • Foster an environment where colleagues feel engaged, supported and empowered to achieve their full potential.
  • Champion talent development, succession planning and colleague retention.
  • Create a culture built on accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
Customer Experience
  • Ensure the delivery of a truly world-class customer experience across every aspect of the business.
  • Maintain exceptional levels of customer satisfaction, loyalty and advocacy.
  • Continually evolve the customer journey to meet the expectations of a luxury, high-net-worth client base.
Governance & Compliance
  • Ensure full compliance with FCA requirements, regulatory obligations and Group policies.
  • Maintain robust governance, risk management and compliance standards.
  • Protect and enhance the reputation of both Porsche and Dick Lovett through exemplary leadership and professionalism.
About You

You will be an accomplished automotive leader with a proven track record of delivering outstanding commercial results within a premium or prestige environment.

You will bring:

  • Significant experience as a Head of Business, Centre Principal, General Manager or in a comparable senior dealership leadership role.
  • A strong understanding of luxury retail and the expectations of discerning customers.
  • A proven history of delivering sustainable profitability, growth and operational excellence.
  • Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to inspire, influence and develop high-performing teams.
  • Strong commercial acumen supported by strategic thinking and sound judgement.
  • Experience leading sizeable, multi-functional teams across both sales and aftersales operations.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities.
  • A passion for developing people and creating high-performing cultures.
  • High personal standards, integrity and professionalism.

This is a rare opportunity to join a successful, family-owned business with an outstanding reputation, ambitious growth plans and a genuine commitment to its people.

As one of the UK's most respected automotive retailers and one of Porsche's longest-standing partners in the UK, Dick Lovett is seeking an exceptional senior leader to take overall responsibility for Porsche Centre Tewkesbury.

More than a Centre Principal role, this is an opportunity to influence both Centre and Group performance as part of a highly regarded senior leadership team. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future success of the business, leading a high-performing team, delivering exceptional customer experiences and driving sustainable commercial growth, while upholding the values and standards that define Porsche and Dick Lovett.