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Which best describes you?: Dealership

What company do you work for (or own)?: McCarthy Motor Holdings a Division of Bidvest

What is your current position within your organization?: Deaelr Principal

What is your company website?: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/drew-spink-automotive-management-profes...

What is your Facebook page/URL?: http://www.facebook.com/drew.spink.58

What is your LinkedIn page/URL?: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/drew-spink-automotive-management-profes...

How did you specifically hear about DealerELITE? If referred, who?: Through Linked a great group and I was invited by Chris Saraceno

Not everyone gets approved for DealerELITE. To maintain the integrity of DealerELITE, tell us what you will have to offer once a dealerELITE member?: Drew Spink is a doyen and innovator that has been operationally involved in the South African automotive industry for over 23 years.I have been at the forefront of developments within the motor trade for many years.I was pivotal in the establishment of one the first on line motor auctions in Africa this was a career highlight for me.I was one of the pioneers involved in developing the sales platform to drive the auction.
Drew works as a leading motoring management executive and consultant.He is available to consult and work in a variety of positions within the industry.
Companies looking to establish themselves within African markets are welcome to contact me for a customized consultation or for business ventures.
I offer experience in a diverse range of fields these include expert advice on the South African market specializing in sales,brand establishment and problem shooting.

With over 20 years of professional working experience in the automotive industry and coming from a family that have been involved in the motor industry for over fifty years I excel in the automotive industry.I started my career in the motor trade in February 1992 in the Western Cape,South Africa as a Sales Manager for a family owned and operated chain of motor dealerships where I worked for five years.

We were awarded the Selling Stars Award for used car excellence 3 years in succession as well as the Dealer of the Year for used cars in the Western Cape.Thereafter I took on various roles, which span a variety of positions in the industry, ranging from Senior Sales Executive to experience as Group Manager and General Manager including Senior Operational roles for a variety of the blue chip automotive industry giants .

I have a solid track record of achievements to date as a professional and market leader within the automotive industry I have worked both in South Africa and in Europe.

I have successfully built up sustainable working relations with local and international players within the industry.

Specialties include :
Operational expert : focusing on people,process,performance,profit generation and results.
Consulting: B2B ,Business development, customer relations, service excellence ,customer satisfaction ,revenue&stream growth ,achieving,managing and exceeding key performance indicators.

Sales Expert: Innovative and technologically driven strategy incorporating creative selling by building marketing concepts that drive dealership development sales and growth.
I believe in applying the latest cutting edge marketing trends combined with experience,solid bankable basics and sales strategies while utilizing operational methodologies that I have studied to any project or role which I take on.
The results are that throughout my career using these methods over the years I have delivered dynamic performances and consistently achieved the desired results.

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Multi-Award Winning Motor Dealer, innovation,ideas and cutting edge concepts man Drew Spink is now a member of the Dealer Elite Group.

Drew is one of the very few South African dealers in the group and shares his perspectives on the developing markets with group member regularly. I Invite fellow group members and automotive professionals to connect with me.
I would like to introduce myself to the group and share a little about my career and experience in the automotive business.

Drew Spink is an innovator and award winning motor dealer that hails from the sunny shores of Cape Town South Africa.

I have always believed in innovation and I pioneered many industry firsts in South Africa including the first successful on-line auction for the automotive industry.
Creativity in business and staying one step ahead of the game is vital and a personal ethos for me.
The man that can see tomorrow today always has an edge in life and business.

I have worked and trained at the Mercedes-Benz factory in East London and furthered my career at the very well known Mercedes-Benz flagship dealership based near the world famous Victoria and Alfred Waterfront in Cape Town.
I am now based in the South Africa I am proud and privileged to be home in the rainbow nation and look forward to acting as an ambassador and gateway to companies and professionals looking for representation or consultation in Africa.

I often act as a bridge between European,American,Chinese and automotive companies looking to enter the markets here in South Africa.

Most recently I took a role I would not normally have considered as a senior sales business 2 business consultant some of the reasons I took on this journey are detailed bellow.
“Going back to the sales floor has been an eye opening and inspirational experience for me I am now empowered with a full arsenal of ideas a digital sales briefcase and a modern strategy.
I believe greatly in continual professional development learning for me is a journey so enjoy the road.
The hit television show Undercover Boss I believe is a must for every senior person in a management role to experience in their business. A person learns so much you can prevent one of the most fatal downfalls in modern business which in my opinion is the detachment syndrome.
Building bridges between sales and management can be highly effective when knowledge and the physical experience is shared between the two.

I welcome all invites from this group please do visit my profile on linked in or read the article written about me in the Heart and Sole on line magazine powered by The Customers Shoes.

PERSONAL SUMMARY

I have grown up in the automotive industry cars and people are something I am passionate about.
I am always looking to the future as a results orientated highly driven operator in the automotive sector with a proven record of achievements and sales success.

In 2010 I relocated to the United Kingdom and I was recruited by Adrian Johnston the Divisional Director of Mercedes-Benz Retail Used Cars.
My primary goal was to generate sales via new mediums and B2B models whilst learning the UK and European markets.I was extensively trained and developed by Mercedes-Benz and gained international exposure in Germany and Spain.

My professional experience spans a variety of positions in the industry ranging from Sales Executive to very senior positions as Group Manager and General Manager

I am a great believer in setting and achieving goals as well as studying for personal growth and development.
I involve myself in charity work,community initiatives as well as working with many companies and individuals in a networking and business to business capacity.

I offer a consulting service to many European,American and International companies I offer unique knowledge and insights into the South African and global markets.

I deliver a bespoke personalized friendly service focusing on superior customer care and satisfaction.
I couple this with professional advice and service resulting in an experience of the highest level to delight my many loyal clients.

Specialties: Operational expert I have opened three branches to date from start up.
Innovative and creative selling concepts that drive dealership development sales and growth combined with a modern multi-skilled management style and energized marketing strategy.
I have worked for and managed dealerships and brands such as Mercedes-Benz,Hertz International,Toyota,BMW and Multi-Franchise operations.My experience also encompasses all used cars,luxury and premium brands with full operational experience.

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