Job Application: Cover Letter & Resume for Retail Performance Manager

This assignment simulates a job application for a Retail Performance Manager role at BMW Group Australia. The student is required to submit a mock job application including a cover letter and a resume tailored to the specific job description. The assignment involves analyzing the job posting, identifying relevant skills and experiences, and crafting a compelling cover letter that highlights the candidate's suitability for the role. The resume should be customized to emphasize the applicant's qualifications and achievements in relation to the job requirements. The assignment emphasizes the importance of presenting oneself effectively in a job application by demonstrating how to showcase one's qualifications and experiences to match the job description's requirements. The provided job advertisement from seek.com.au is included as part of the submission. The assignment aims to provide practical experience in the job application process and help students develop effective communication and self-presentation skills.

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Retail Performance Manager
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Retail Performance Manager
Here at BMW, we are proud to say we are a leading provider of premium products and services for
individual mobility throughout the world. As an organisation, we operate across three brands, working
with one vision - to become more intelligent, more efficient and even more dynamic. Now, BMW Group
Australia are looking for a Retail Performance Manager to join their Sales Channel Development team.
This role is based at our head office in Mulgrave, and reports directly to the Head of Retail
Development. The Retail Performance Manager is responsible for managing the BMW Dealer network
reviews and improvement programs to further increase the overall dealer network performance and
profitability. In conjunction with external performance consultants this role identifies financial and
process improvement opportunities and develops strategies to engage management teams, both
within the BMW Group Australia and dealer network, to develop and implement agreed programs.

THE ROLE
Key responsibilities include:
 Conduct BMW Dealer network performance analysis and identify opportunities for further
improvement.
 Develop and agree enhancement actions and programs including KPI selection and target and
budget setting, together with the Sales and Aftersales departments.
 Steer program / project implementation including target tracking and implement focus measures
to ensure target achievement.
 Ensure sustainability of programs through ongoing reviews.
 Initiate and contribute to continuous best practice sharing and development of high performance
culture.
 Select and manage external consultants ensuring effectiveness of services provided.
 Provide coaching, guidance and support to the BMW Group Australia Field Force.
WHO YOU ARE
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following:
 Strong experience in consulting and/or project management roles.
 Knowledge of retail automotive business is preferred.
 Proven track record in leading project teams with the ability to drive and effect change.
 Ability to structure and prioritise capacities and actions.
 Strong analytical skills to measure and interpret KPIs.
 Ability to balance quick-wins and sustainable measures to improve performance and profitability.
 Excellent communication and presentation skills.
 Management competency and entrepreneurial thinking.
WHAT WE OFFER
The successful candidate will be rewarded with the opportunity to join a passionate group of people
and learn from a highly experienced and inclusive global team. Other benefits include: health &
wellbeing programme, subsidised 24/7 gym with PT and group fitness classes, subsidised cafe, on-site
parking, annual spend on BMW merchandise and discounts on BMW vehicles for purchase.