Dealer Network Development Manager

Li Auto; Brussel; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Li Auto Inc. seeks a Dealer Network Development Manager to lead strategy, recruitment, onboarding, and performance management for Belgium and Luxembourg, with involvement in wider European dealer development projects.

You will plan network expansion, assess feasibility, onboard partners, and monitor results. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in business or automotive management, 5+ years in dealer network development, fluent English, and willingness to travel across Belgium, Luxembourg and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Business Administration, Automotive Management, or related fields.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in automotive dealer network development or channel management.
• Fluent in English; local language ability preferred.
• Willingness to travel extensively within Belgium, Luxembourg and Europe.

Responsibilities

• Develop dealer network strategies and expansion plans for Belgium and Luxembourg.
• Identify, evaluate, negotiate, and onboard qualified dealer partners.
• Conduct market analysis and feasibility studies for network optimization.
• Monitor dealer performance and implement improvement plans.
• Coordinate dealer agreements, standards, and compliance.
• Work with sales, marketing, aftersales, and finance to improve profitability and efficiency.
• Support European dealer network projects as assigned by management.
• Ensure compliance with local legal and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration / Automotive Management

Job description

The Dealer Network Development Manager is responsible for dealer network planning, dealer recruitment, dealer performance management, and network expansion in the Belgium and Luxembourg market, while supporting broader European dealer development projects as assigned by management.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop dealer network strategies and expansion plans for the Belgium and Luxembourg market.
• Identify, evaluate, negotiate, and onboard qualified dealer partners.
• Conduct market analysis, dealer feasibility studies, and network optimization assessments.
• Monitor dealer operational performance and implement improvement plans.
• Support dealer facility development and CI (Corporate Identity) implementation.
• Coordinate dealer agreements, standards, and compliance management.
• Work closely with sales, marketing, aftersales, and finance teams to improve dealer profitability and operational efficiency.
• Support European dealer network development projects and regional business initiatives when required by management.
• Ensure compliance with local legal and regulatory requirements.
• Complete other tasks and assignments arranged by supervisors and management.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Business Administration, Automotive Management, or related fields.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in automotive dealer network development or channel management.
• Strong understanding of dealership operations and automotive retail business models.
• Experience in European automotive distribution networks is highly preferred.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work independently in a multicultural environment.
• Fluent in English; local language ability is preferred.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the Belgium, Luxembourg and Europe.