Company description:
About our Company
Volkswagen Group is one of the world's leading automobile manufacturers, employing more than 600,000 people globally and selling its vehicles in more than 150 countries. The wholly-owned subsidiary has its National Sales Centre based in Sydney home to some of Australia's most recognisable brands which include Audi, CUPRA, Skoda and Volkswagen.
Job description:
WHY Passenger Vehicles:
VOLKSWAGEN's aim is not only a commitment to producing vehicles of the utmost quality, but to better the lives of our customers. Volkswagen is comprised of Commercial and Passenger Vehicles and we create a culture that drives our business performance, delivers an exceptional customer experience and empowers our team members.
About your new Role
As the Brand and Retail Communications Manager you will report to our General Manager for Product and marketing and be based in our Zetland office 3 days per week.
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Responsible for end to end communication of all brand, model and Retail Communications to drive the brand values and deliver the desired annual volume aspirations based on data and facts
- Key contributor to the brand strategy, strategic pillar projects and the global planning process
- Agency Management with full autonomy to own the Brand and decisions we make
- Strong collaboration and engagement within the broader team to achieve objectives and common goals
- Provide guidance, coaching and support for junior team members
- Manage the delivery, implementation and contractual terms for partnerships and sponsorships
About you
To succeed in this role, you will need to possess the following:
- A Marketing, Communications or related qualification mandatory
- Extensive experience within Marketing, communications and understanding of strategic planning
- Hands on experience of Agency and supplier management
- Strong Leadership and stakeholder management skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Robust communication, advisory and decision making skills
- Experience managing a marketing budget
Our Benefits, Rewards and Recognition include:
- A culture of continuous learning, growth and development. You will receive access to LinkedIn Learning and personal development opportunities which is why over 25% of our vacancies are filled by internal candidates!
- Flexible working arrangements with our hybrid work model balance office and home for ways of working along with remote location working arrangements for up to 10 days anywhere in Australia
- Additional leave including VGA Day paid leave day and paid parental leave of up to 20 weeks at full pay or up to 40 weeks at half pay
- Annual fitness and wellbeing subsidy towards a facility of your choice
- Access to the VGA Car Lease Program
- Free entry to Dubbo and Taronga Zoo for you and your family
- Work in an award winning state of the art newly refurbished building recognised by Master Builders Association Australia - our offices include onsite parking and a convenient location with close proximity to a train station
Why Volkswagen Group Australia (VGA)?
Working at VGA provides opportunities for growth, personal development, and career opportunities, we also champion a workplace culture that thrives on passion, collaboration, efficiency, mindfulness, authenticity, and innovation.
If this sounds like the role and place for you to drive your career to great heights with a world-class organisation, APPLY NOW!
Volkswagen Group Australia is an equal opportunity employer in each jurisdiction that it operates. We encourage and value applications from all diverse perspectives, experience and backgrounds.
To support our desire to create a local talent pipeline, this role is only available for individuals who have permanent work rights in Australia.
Successful applicants will be required to complete background checks through our external provider as a condition of employment.
If we can provide support with access requirements throughout the recruitment process or answer any role specific enquiries please reach out to the dedicated Talent Acquisition Business Partner Pamela Sutherland through email at ***************@vwga.com.au.