It’s all about people
We put people at the centre of everything we do. Being curious about what the people around us need and want is key to creating safe, personalised and sustainable mobility solutions. If you believe in the power of people and share our respect for human-centric innovation, you'll thrive at Volvo Cars. We are people who care about other people. With us, you’ll be surrounded by brilliant, curious colleagues all committed to making a difference.
The Business Development Manager drives commercial growth by enhancing dealer performance, supporting strategic initiatives, and aligning with Volvo Cars’ global direction. Collaboration across Sales, Marketing, Aftersales, Finance, and Supply Chain ensures strong market execution.
Further responsibilities
• Develop and execute business development strategies to support VCSA’s commercial plan.
• Support sales, profitability, and market share delivery.
• Analyse market trends and competitor insights to guide decisions.
• Lead initiatives supporting electrified mobility, digital sales, and new business models.
• Monitor retailer performance across sales, aftersales, finance, and CSI.
• Conduct dealer reviews and implement improvement actions.
• Support network expansion, facility upgrades, and brand compliance.
What you’ll bring includes a strategic commercial mindset, strong relationship-building and influencing skills, data-driven decision making, a customer-focused approach with the adaptability to thrive in a fast-changing environment, and a passion for sustainability, innovation, and premium automotive brands.
Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years in automotive OEM, dealer network, or commercial roles.
• Strong understanding of retail operations and automotive distribution.
• Proven stakeholder engagement and negotiation capability.
• Strong analytical and financial skills.
• Willingness to travel within South Africa.
Why Join Volvo Cars
Join a global premium automotive brand where you can help accelerate the transition to electric mobility. You will be part of a collaborative, innovative team shaping the future of mobility in South Africa.
We offer a competitive salary that is reviewed and benchmarked annually, along with a discretionary, performance-related bonus scheme that rewards you as you help us achieve our goals. You will also benefit from an enhanced pension scheme and wellbeing support, including private medical insurance.
Volvo Cars. For Life.
For nearly a century, Volvo Cars has empowered people to move freely in a personal, sustainable and safe way. Today, we are driving bold advancements in electrification, sustainability and automotive safety. To realise our ambitious vision, we are seeking innovative minds who are ready to tackle the challenges of tomorrow – today.
In our company, we believe extraordinary things are achieved by ordinary people with the drive to make a difference.
Ready to take the next step?
Submit your CV in English and tell us why you’re the ideal candidate for a new role at Volvo Cars. Applications must be received no later than the 3rd of May 2026. We are prioritising direct applications to ensure a fair and efficient application process.
For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Recruiter Lotta Ericsson at lotta.ericsson@volvocars.com. For specific questions about the position, please reach out to Hiring Manager Grant Conrad Locke at grant.locke@volvocars.com.
As part of the recruitment process, the final candidates might undergo a background check.
We welcome your application!
The Volvo Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines. The Group also provides complete solutions for financing and service. The Volvo Group, with its headquarters in Gothenburg, employs about 100,000 people, has production facilities in 18 countries and sells its products in more than 190 markets.
