Job Description
Job Summary:
- The Head of Aftersales Workshop is responsible for the overall management, profitability, and performance of the VI’s aftersales business — encompassing service, parts, warranty, and customer support. The role ensures that all workshops operate efficiently, deliver exceptional customer satisfaction, and achieve or exceed the monthly revenue target.
- This position requires a strong balance of technical expertise, commercial acumen, and leadership to drive workshop productivity, optimize service quality, and enhance the company’s reputation for reliable aftersales support across Nigeria.
Key Responsibilities:
Business & Financial Performance
- Develop and execute strategies to achieve and exceed the monthly revenue target from aftersales operations (service, parts, and body shop).
- Monitor workshop profitability by analysing cost structures, margins, and operational efficiency.
- Prepare and present detailed financial reports, forecasts, and performance metrics to the Executive Director.
- Implement cost-control measures while maintaining service quality and customer satisfaction.
Workshop Operations Management
- Oversee daily operations across all CIG Motors service centres and workshops nationwide.
- Ensure adherence to manufacturer standards, diagnostic procedures, and repair quality.
- Optimize technician productivity, workshop capacity utilization, and turnaround time (TAT).
- Enforce strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards.
- Supervise warranty claim management, ensuring timely submission and recovery from OEMs.
Customer Service & Experience
- Drive customer satisfaction initiatives and ensure Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) and First-Time Fix Rate (FTFR) targets are achieved.
- Address escalated customer complaints promptly and professionally.
- Develop loyalty programs and service campaigns to retain customers and drive repeat business.
- Coordinate free service campaigns, recall management, and customer service clinics.
People & Performance Management
- Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of service managers, technicians, and support staff.
- Implement performance management systems to ensure high productivity and accountability.
- Identify training needs and coordinate continuous technical and soft-skill development.
- Promote teamwork, discipline, and a culture of operational excellence.
Parts & Inventory Management
- Work closely with the Parts Department to ensure adequate availability of fast moving and critical parts.
- Monitor stock levels, order cycles, and supply-chain efficiency to minimize downtime.
- Analyse parts sales trends and coordinate marketing efforts to increase parts turnover.
Strategic & Operational Reporting
- Provide the Executive Director with regular updates on workshop performance, customer feedback, and operational challenges.
- Propose business development opportunities — including fleet maintenance contracts, extended service plans, and corporate service partnerships.
- Support the Executive Director in developing long-term aftersales growth strategies and national network expansion plans. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
- Minimum of 10–15 years experience in automotive aftersales/service management, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
- Strong understanding of vehicle diagnostics, OEM service standards, and workshop management systems.
- Proven ability to manage multi-location workshops and deliver consistent revenue growth.
- Excellent financial acumen, reporting, and analytical skills.
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.