Dealer Principal

• Full Time
• Application Closes 21 Jun 2026
• Waikato - Taupo
• Manager

Ingham Motor Group is seeking a high-calibre Dealer Principal for Ingham Great Lake, a well‑established, multi‑franchise dealership located in Taupo. This dealership was built approximately 2 years ago and represents the Nissan, Hyundai, Chery, Omoda, Jaecoo, GWM, and Isuzu Ute brands. 

Supported by the Ingham Motor Group team, this presents an opportunity to lead a dealership representing some of the very top-performing brands in New Zealand with the autonomy and resources needed to be successful. 

What’s on offer:

• Excellent remuneration package – competitive base salary, performance incentives, and vehicle.
• Leadership of a new, purpose-built dealership.
• An opportunity with a diverse range of new car brands. 
• Autonomy to shape the dealership’s future, backed by an experienced team.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the financial and operational performance of the dealership.
• Lead the sales, finance, after-sales, and support functions with a strategic and commercially minded approach.
• Drive business development initiatives while maintaining high levels of customer and staff engagement.
• Inspire, coach, and develop high-performing teams across all departments.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, manufacturers, and the wider Ingham network.

What you’ll bring:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in automotive dealership leadership or senior management.
• A proven track record of delivering strong commercial outcomes.
• Confident in managing multi-department operations with a hands-on leadership style.
• Highly skilled in people leadership, team development, and customer experience.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen, with the ability to identify and act on growth opportunities.

If you have the drive, passion, and skills that we are looking for, apply now and fill in the online application form today!