About the Role:
Jameel Motors, in partnership with Chinese automaker GAC, is proud to introduce the AION range of electric vehicles to the UK market – marking GAC's first entry into the region. With the launch of the AION V SUV and the AION UT hatchback, this exciting joint venture is seeking an experience Product Manager to optimise and lead the product offering for the UK market.
This role is fundamental to ensuring the needs and wants of the customer are reflected in the products AION produces. It allows the individual to own the product from it's earliest stages and help define its core attributes, reasons for being and business case in partnership with other areas of the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
* Identifying core car market developments, customer needs and overall trends to ensure the offering is advanced and competitive.
* Management, coordination and overall delivery of future technologies including infotainment, features, options, powertrain, dynamics, accessories and bespoke functions.
* Developing compelling business cases that demonstrate a strong understanding of the brand, the role of the proposal in the portfolio, the reasons for it's being, how competitive it is and how it appeals to its target customer.
* Ensuring close communications with key stakeholders including PMO, central and regional Sales & Marketing, Engineering, Finance, Aftersales and Logistics are developed and maintained.
* Preparing and supporting presentations and updates for management at key points in the development process is also a core aspect of this role.
* Identifying opportunities for sharing knowledge and expertise with the model lines and other brands within the group and consistently seeking out areas for potential for joint development and synergies.
* Supporting the launch of existing and future models/product plans in cooperation with stakeholders (sales, marketing, engineering, program management, design & purchasing) to ensure all parties understand what is being delivered and why it will benefit them.
* Developing product documents to support the education of retailers, customers, the media and internal associates.
Candidate Profile:
* Significant experience in automotive product marketing, strategy, planning or definition.
* Proven track record in supporting the development of strong business equations and getting product actions delivered
* Strong commercial acumen with the ability to negotiate contracts, analyse data, and drive partner profitability.
* Excellent relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Strategic thinker with the ability to deliver practical, results-oriented solutions.
* A deep understanding of the mainstream automotive sphere(s) and new model development process as well as a strong understanding of the brand, customer and a focus on the overall business case.
* Ability to present complex ideas in a clear and simple fashion. Strong networking and influencing skills. Experience presenting to senior leadership.
* Willingness to travel across the UK and internationally as needed.
What we offer:
As part of this role, you will have the chance to support the launch of a major new automotive brand in the UK market. This is an excellent opportunity which will provide you with exposure to cutting edge automotive technology, while shaping the future of sustainable mobility in the UK.