Network Development Manager (Automotive/OEM)

Zeekr International; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern office

Macquarie Park access

Job summary

Zeekr International seeks a Network Manager to grow and support the dealer network across Australia. You will design and execute programs to improve dealer performance and retail growth, working with Zeekr management, field staff and dealers.

You will assess new dealer prospects, manage appointments and monitor performance. Travel nationally to oversee dealerships and events is required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a Network Manager role within Automotive.
• Experience managing retail or distributor level teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with a hands-on approach.
• Strong data-driven decision-making and strategic thinking.

Responsibilities

• Develop, grow and support the Zeekr dealer network.
• Develop and implement programs to grow dealers' retail business.
• Manage dealer programs and annual plans with Zeekr management.
• Monitor network performance and drive timely actions.
• Identify and assess new dealer prospects and manage appointments.
• Handle dealer terminations, relocations and related processes.
• Travel nationally to visit dealerships and events.

Skills

Network Management

Automotive

Stakeholder Mgmt

Data-driven

Strategic thinking

Travel readiness

Job description

• This role is focused on developing, growing and supporting the Zeekr dealer network.
• Key focus of the role is on developing and implementing programs that support the growth of dealers' retail business, improve network quality, and service levels for the end customer.
• This position has the responsibility to manage Dealer programs and will work closely with Zeekr Management, field staff and Dealers to develop individual dealer annual plans keep up to date on network performance and execute appropriate actions in a timely manner.
• Identifying and assessing new dealer prospects, appointments, dealer monitoring and performance management as well as terminations are core functions of this role.
• A chance to shape the launch of a global brand in a new market
• A supportive and collaborative team culture
• If you are someone who values the chance to shape a global brand in a new market and be part of the legacy of bringing accessible, inclusive and innovative mobility to Australians, Geely Auto Australia is right fit for you.

Key Responsibilities:

Network

• Work with the Network Director and Network Managers to implement network strategy in line with Zeekr Sales plan.
• Manage all legal processes and communications around dealer appointment and management, including startups, terminations, relocations etc.
• Manage dealer performance, dealer performance to be reviewed quarterly with results presented to Zeekr management team and dealer.
• Implement Zeekr SI standards (facility & processes) across dealer network and audited to ensure dealer is compliant.
• Implement dealer reporting, ensuring system and reporting guidelines are in place.
• Review results monthly checking for accuracy and financial performance.
• Work with dealers to set action plans, to meet KPI's set.
• 3-5 years' experience in a Network Manager role (Automotive)
• Management experience in retail or distributor level.
• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management abilities
• Confident working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with a hands-on, solutions-first attitude
• Excellent data driven decision making skills and the ability to influence up
• Strong strategic thinking in business action skills
• Travel will be required to visit dealerships and events nationally

Office & Transport:

• Newly renovated modern office with electric adjustable sit-stand desks.
• Only a 4 mins walk from Macquarie Park Metro station to our office, easy driving access via A3, Epping Rd, and M3 nearby.