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Dealer Training Academy Manager ( Re-Advertise)

The future of mobility is changing. What do we contribute to this? Volkswagen produces vehicles in 14 countries and delivers them to customers in more than 150 markets worldwide. Electromobility, smart mobility and digital transformation are our core topics for the future. For many millions of people, Volkswagen is the epitome of mobility- not only today, but also tomorrow. Become part of it and help develop new solutions with your curiosity and ideas. You can expect a diverse team that supports you and with whom you can grow together and develop your potential.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced candidates to fill the Training Academy Manager position in the NSO Group Services Department – NSO Centurion  

Brief Role Description

To develop and implement an integrated People Management Strategy for the VWGA Brands’ Network (Importers & Dealers) aligned to Group and retail automotive standards.  Additionally, through business acumen, manage VWGA training facilities & assets which service the Brands’ Network in Africa, with a strong focus on technology/digital integration

Possible Tasks within this Role

• VWGA Brand’s Network training is an outsourced business service for all Brands, evaluated every three years.

• Develop the VWGA Brands’ Network People & Talent Strategy for retail automotive, aligned to Group standards.
• Assist in the management of the services supplier through approved governance models & delivery according to contractual Service Level Agreements including annually defined Key Performance Indicators.
• Oversee the delivery of targeted training solutions primarily related to new model introductions and/or technology updates, defined learning paths for key roles in Network (Group Certification), Brand special projects, Group Compliance and Group/Brand ad hoc training and talent management requests.
• Design and communicate the approved catalogue of services, per Brand, and annually publish the service delivery prospectus, training schedules, pricing and standards.
• Oversee the facilities, its assets viz fleet, special tools and equipment ensuring these remain in good condition and managed per Group standards and in compliance with OSHEE.
• Oversee the budgets for both OPEX and CAPEX in line with Group Purchasing Guidelines & monthly financial reporting.
• Maintain service delivery relevance with regular benchmarking in people and talent management, together with trends analysis in Brands’ Network to promote products & services in support of Brands’ strategic objectives through people.
• Drive strong consultation and communication engagements with Brands, set annual Training Needs Analysis Plans and evaluate deliverables monthly, with a minimum of quarterly formal reporting.
• Actively manage interfaces with VWGA departments viz Purchasing, Finance, Learning Academies, IS & Legal departments.
• Supervise the procurement process for additional service delivery requirements with adherence to Purchasing Guidelines in compilation of specifications and managing all requests for quotations.
• Supervise the support services to all facilities including but not limited to Security, Cleaning, Gardening, Catering, Printing third party providers as per defined Agreements post procurement process.
• Ensure retention all relevant legislative accreditation criteria from various respective legal entities to deliver its services within the South African legal framework. (MerSeta, QCTO, Tuev, HPCSA)
• Oversee adherence to sound practices in support of data management and data integrity

Qualification requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (ideally Business Management or Human Resources Management).

Experience needed

• A minimum of 5 years automotive industry experience, particularly in training and development.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience at Supervisory level.

Essentials

• Understanding of retail environments and Importer / Dealer structures
• Sound business / financial acumen.
• Entrepreneurial thinking drive business & customer value-creation.
• Good project management, handling volume and complexity
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Leading teams who are specialists

Added Advantage

• Technical qualification – either technician, or engineering
• Affinity for technology uses and application
• Analytical and conceptual ability.
• Excellent Communication & Presentation Skills
• Understanding data, data management, data analytics
• Experience with Purchasing Guidelines, procurement processes and third-party management
• Understanding of managing outsourced businesses

Note:

Please ensure that you upload a certified copy of your ID and Qualifications to be considerd for tthis position

At Volkswagen, we value an inclusive and diverse culture. We offer a trustworthy environment because we live up to our corporate values, Respect/Integrity/Excellence/One Team.
Applications must be submitted via the online system by no later than 25th September 2025 
All queries can be raised with Bahieya Dolley , Ext 4565 or e-mail ssf.recruitment.vwsa.r.uit@vwsa.co.za

Volkswagen Group Africa is committed to developing all its employees, and to provide equal opportunity to those with disabilities or from previously disadvantaged groups, in line with our Transformation goals and Employment Equity Plan

Volkswagen Group South Africa

Are you in?

We are looking for new talent, employees who want to achieve, believe in innovative power of ideas, leaders who are able to collaborate and adapt to the mobility of the future, take ownership, responsibility, accountability and diverse thinkers in order to embrace our differences.

What we offer :

• Competitive packages
• Benefits
• Flexible Working model
• Community Support
• Employee Value Proposition

Recruitment Address

ssf.recuitment@vwsa.co.za

Job ID:  16659

Company:  Volkswagen Group South Africa (Pty) Ltd

Location:  

ZA

Department:  Professional Training and Coaching

Career Level:  Professionals

Shift:  Full-time

Contract type:  Unlimited

Remote Working:  Up to 40%

Posting Date:  6 Sept 2025

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