Tim Manners

I came on board with BYD in June 2025. It was the best move I ever made. I was the Sales Manager of BYD Wollongong; you will not find anyone more passionate about the brand and the direction that the EV and hybrid market is going with our blade battery system.

Since I heard about BYD and Denza, I have wanted nothing more than to be a part of this new venture. I was lucky enough to speak to the dealer principal in Melbourne when I was down there for a work trip with BYD on the launch of the ATTO 1, ATTO 2, Sealion Five, and Sealion 8. I have a wealth of knowledge, and I am all about customer focus and giving customers an experience. They will not get anywhere else. Fostered a culture of teamwork, motivating staff to exceed sales targets through effective leadership.

• Developed and executed targeted sales initiatives to enhance market penetration.
• Analyzed sales performance data to identify trends and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Collaborated with marketing to align campaigns with sales objectives and enhance lead generation.
• Monitored competitor activities and market conditions to inform strategic planning.
• Implemented training programs focused on product knowledge and sales tactics for the team.

My time working as General Sales Manager for Fraser Motorcycles, and then my promotion to General Manager for INEOS, has been a real eye-opener for me. I currently look after multiple sites.

Wollongong and Newcastle, striking a real passion for leading, and really creating a fun and strong team environment. I genuinely feel prepared to take on a new challenge in a dealership that has.

There is so much prestige about it, and it is an industry that I am passionate about. Over the last few years,

• Due to still being in the same company, I am responsible for Harley-Davidson, Ducati, GAS GAS, and our used section. Being promoted from within, much of what I was doing, I am still doing in my new role, as I am still looking after motorcycles and have taken on a much more demanding and satisfying role, as well as now looking after multiple sites in Newcastle and Wollongong.
• Led a sales team, fostering a positive environment that encouraged collaboration and exceeded targets.
• Implemented strategic sales initiatives, resulting in increased market share and revenue growth.
• Developed strong relationships with clients, enhancing customer loyalty and retention rates.

Working at Paul Wakeling as a Sales Manager.

It has been a very rewarding experience. This position was multi-franchise, working directly with the GSM. We always had the same vision and end goal, which was to give everyone an experience they would not forget.

Get anywhere else, I was in charge of Hyundai, Honda and used cars, I had a team of eight and looked after all aspects of the sales process. We delivered, on average, 80 to 100 cars a month across the board. Working with all departments.

To ensure smooth transitions for deliveries, a high level of customer satisfaction is the only way.

I go above and beyond with every customer, ensuring they get an experience.

I will not receive anything anywhere else, and I want to leave a lasting impression so they don’t forget me or where I work. I instill this in my team, and this has led to the success I have had in my management career.

I always arrive early and usually leave last.

Trademark Photography is my own business. I did most of my training overseas. Up until last year, I was contracted to The Star Casino as the Official Photographer for the World Series of Poker.

I do photography for Marina Prior, the star of Phantom of the Opera.

• Set up lights, backdrops, and props for shoots and events.
• Collaborated with clients to plan shoots and boost satisfaction with photos.
• Photographed special events, parties, and portraits.

Michael Hill Jeweler was a great challenge. I went into the jewelry industry with no.

Product knowledge, but I knew how to manage people. I was responsible for 14 stores.

Throughout Sydney. The sales and management training I received was outstanding.

I was responsible for group targets, coaching staff on how to achieve their goals.

Create action plans and travel between stores on a daily basis.

I worked closely with the CEO, Michael Hill, on plans and store development.

I trained many managers who are still employed with Michael Hill today.

The flagship store on George St, Sydney, is managed by a lady called Sabina who.

I poached from Nike at Parramatta in 2006, and she is a future leader of the company.