Hi, I’m
Douglas Mahwehwe
Pretoria
Summary
Douglas is an exceptionally well spoken candidate who is assertive and career driven. He has gained extensive experience in sales and managing a sales teams of which most have been in senior management roles
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Nissan South Africa
Regional Business Manager: Sub-Sahara Africa
07.2014 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Directed retail and wholesale objectives for long-term, medium-term, and short-term execution.
- Assessed market conditions to guide the strategic decisions of the organization at an executive level.
- Optimized retail operations by driving growth within direct and dealer pipelines.
- Initiated marketing efforts aimed at boosting retail sales objectives throughout Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Supported Market Development Managers, Sales Performance Managers, and Fleet Sales Managers in achieving country set targets.
- Drive initiatives to increase market share within the Sub-South African TIV markets
- Developed strong partnerships with crucial stakeholders such as governmental bodies, NGO's dealership networks, and rental corporations.
- Directed Nissan dealers to boost retail opportunities.
Quest Motor Corporation, Zimbabwe
General Manager & Dealer Principal for BMW
06.2011 - 11.2013
Job overview
- Oversaw operations of 410 employees within two units.
- Oversaw activities for three dealer principals and seven franchise managers across multiple brands.
- Directed strategic business objectives by overseeing leadership and operational planning processes.
- Directed employee development while fostering collaboration with worker unions and welfare groups.
- Expanded market share and achieved profitability goals via strategic marketing methods.
- Optimized dealership processes to enhance overall business value creation.
Bidvest McCarthy Group (Mercedes Benz, Mitsubishi, Toyota, Lexus)
Dealer Principal/Sales Manager
02.2000 - 02.2011
Job overview
- Directed operations for multiple management roles, including Finance and Sales.
- Managed a daily workshop servicing up to 80 cars.
- Oversaw sales of new and used vehicles along with parts distribution.
- Supervise the performance of the dealership while handling day-to-day operations.
- Led and directed dealership team to maximize stakeholder profitability.
- Scrutinized financial records and procurement plans to ensure alignment with market trends.
Zimbabwe Financial Holdings (ZIMBANK)
Marketing Manager
03.1998 - 11.1999
Job overview
- Orchestrated comprehensive marketing approaches to drive product launches, brand transformations, and promotional activities.
- Structured engaging exhibits at trade shows, demonstrating services to attract potential clients.
Standard Chartered Finance, Zimbabwe Ltd
Senior Account Manager
03.1990 - 08.1995
Job overview
- Enhanced customer loyalty by delivering exceptional service and assistance.
- Enhanced communication between departments for more effective problem-solving and collaboration.
- Synchronized cross-team activities to guarantee flawless product and service delivery.
- Provided extensive support in sales, technical and business areas to key accounts.
- Identified patterns in client data to optimize retention-focused strategies.
- Ensured all account activities were meticulously recorded for accurate reviews by senior leaders.
- Applied market knowledge to guide clients on optimal pricing, promotional strategies, and customized product selections.
Education
York st. John UniversityZürich
MPhil. from Entrepreneurship and Innovation
GIBS @ Pretoria UniversityPretoria
Management Development Programme from Business Strategy
11.2003
Institute of Management @ University of Zimbabwe
Higher Diploma in Business Administration from Business Administration And Management
11.2000
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Analytic Thinking
- Regional Management
- Sales Management
- Account Management
- Operations Management
- Marketing Management
- Business Development
- Sales Strategies
- Contract Management
- Change Management
- Implementation Management
- Business Strategy
- Communication Skills
- Project Management
- Customer Service
- Interpersonal
- Leadership skills
Profile - Overview
Douglas is an exceptionally well spoken candidate who is assertive and career driven. He has gained extensive experience in sales and managing a sales teams of which most have been in senior management roles.
Passport Status
Valid
Areas To Consider
Willing to Relocate
Personal Information
- Available: Available immediately
- ID Number: 630629 5224 088
- Citizenship: South African
- Gender: Male
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
French
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Regional Business Manager: Sub-Sahara Africa
Nissan South Africa
07.2014 - 06.2023
General Manager & Dealer Principal for BMW
Quest Motor Corporation, Zimbabwe
06.2011 - 11.2013
Dealer Principal/Sales Manager
Bidvest McCarthy Group (Mercedes Benz, Mitsubishi, Toyota, Lexus)
02.2000 - 02.2011
Marketing Manager
Zimbabwe Financial Holdings (ZIMBANK)
03.1998 - 11.1999
Senior Account Manager
Standard Chartered Finance, Zimbabwe Ltd
03.1990 - 08.1995
York st. John University
MPhil. from Entrepreneurship and Innovation
GIBS @ Pretoria University
Management Development Programme from Business Strategy
Institute of Management @ University of Zimbabwe
Higher Diploma in Business Administration from Business Administration And Management
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