AddressCompany description:
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 VOLKSWAGEN 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
A rare Product Manager opportunity will enable you take a leading role in Volkswagen Passenger Vehicles' future success and the transition to electromobility. The Product Manager reports to the Head of Product for Volkswagen brand. This role will be to champion your portfolio of Volkswagen SUV and Passenger Cars. You will be responsible for the product strategy of key and iconic models, ensuring that VGA sources, delivers and markets the strongest mix of products for the Australian market. You will also work with adjacent corporate communications, sales and marketing teams to drive the Go-To-Market process, ensuring your portfolio of products are a success. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and energetic Product leader to propel their career for a much loved Brand with iconic models such as the Golf.
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Seek understanding of consumer automotive trends and needs
- Closely monitor market and price development of Volkswagen vehicle segments
- Manage and negotiate product range, positioning, specifications and pricing
- Monitor and maintain Product Strategy to ensure models are consistent with brand image and goals
- Approve and guide product related internal and consumer facings assets and communications
- Work with the internal marketing and sales planning teams across areas such as strategic product planning, volume and mixes of vehicles
- Lead the development of model-by-model lifecycle planning
- Present at corporate communications events including to media
About you
To succeed in this role, you will need to possess the following:
- Strong automotive industry knowledge (market and technical)
- A Business, Marketing, Finance degree or similar is preferred
- Strong communication skills across varying audiences (e.g. customer contact, internal communications and dealerships)
- Knowledge of the regulatory environment for vehicle registration and specification as well as advertising and communications
- Strong negotiation and practical problem-solving skills with an operational focus
- Training program development and delivery
- Robust attention to detail, project management and time management skills
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, birthday leave 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
- Discounts on Audi, Cupra, Skoda and Volkswagen car purchases
- 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.
