31 March 2025

Regional Aftersales Manager

Location: Head Office

SPECIFICATIONS:

Dealer Support & Aftersales Operations

  • Act as the primary point of contact for dealership service managers and aftersales personnel within the region.
  • Provide guidance on best practices for service processes, workshop efficiency, and customer service.
  • Monitor and ensure adherence to OEM standards, policies, and procedures across all service centres.
  • Review and resolve daily operational queries related to service, repairs, parts availability, and technical concerns.
  • Conduct regular visits to dealerships to assess service performance and identify areas for improvement.


Warranty Adjudication & Compliance

  • Oversee the warranty claims process for the region, ensuring timely and accurate adjudication in accordance with OEM policies.
  • Support dealers with complex or disputed warranty claims, providing necessary technical insights and recommendations.
  • Conduct audits on warranty claims to ensure compliance and prevent fraudulent activities.
  • Liaise with the central warranty department to address recurring issues and improve claim processing efficiency.


Technical Guidance & Support

  • Provide technical expertise to dealership service teams, assisting with diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair strategies.
  • Work closely with the central technical support team to escalate and resolve complex technical concerns.
  • Analyze recurring technical issues within the region and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
  • Support dealerships in implementing field fixes, software updates, and service campaigns.


Training & Development Coordination

  • Identify training needs within the region and coordinate technical and non-technical training sessions for dealership staff.
  • Ensure service technicians and aftersales teams receive ongoing product training to stay updated with the latest technology and repair procedures.
  • Work with FAW Technical department to schedule and facilitate workshops, certification programs, and refresher courses.
  • Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the dealer network.


Key Account Management & Customer Relations

  • Serve as the primary aftersales contact for fleet customers and key accounts within the region.
  • Monitor fleet performance and address any service-related concerns, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Conduct regular meetings with fleet customers to review service history, identify recurring issues, and propose service solutions.
  • Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to support aftersales promotions, service contracts, and extended warranty offerings.


Parts Support & Inventory Management

  • Work closely with the parts distribution team to ensure adequate parts availability at dealerships within the region.
  • Assist dealers with backorders, urgent part requests, and alternative supply solutions.
  • Analyze regional parts consumption trends and recommend stockholding improvements to optimize service efficiency.
  • Monitor dealership compliance with OEM parts stocking and return policies.


Reporting & Performance Monitoring

  • Track and analyses aftersales KPIs, including service turnaround times, first-time fix rates, warranty cost trends, and customer satisfaction scores.
  • Generate reports on dealership performance, technical issues, and regional aftersales activities.
  • Develop and implement improvement strategies based on data insights to enhance regional aftersales performance.
  • Present findings and recommendations during Management and Review Meetings


Regional Aftersales Strategy & Business Development

  • Contribute to the development and execution of aftersales strategies to enhance customer retention and revenue growth.
  • Identify opportunities for service process improvements and dealership network development.
  • Support new model launches by ensuring aftersales readiness, including technical training and parts availability.
  • Provide feedback to FAW product representatives regarding recurring technical issues and customer concerns.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Minimum: At least 5 years regional aftersales experience at volume OEM brand/group level (Commercial)
  • Preferred: Diploma/Degree or Trade Qualification, Automotive Technology, or a related field.
  • Additional certifications in Service Management, Warranty Management, or Technical Training.
  • At least 5 years of experience in aftersales, service management, or technical support within the truck or commercial vehicle industry.
  • Experience in managing dealership networks and fleet customers.
  • Proficiency in OEM aftersales systems, warranty claim platforms, and technical diagnostic tools.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel extensively.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

  • The role requires frequent travel within the assigned region to support dealers and key customers.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and adapt to changing business needs.
  • Strong leadership capabilities and ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

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