Product Owner

BYD Europe; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in zero-emission vehicles is seeking a Product Owner based in Hounslow, UK. This role is crucial for ensuring product management across the company's vehicle range for European markets. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and have significant experience in the UK motor industry. Key responsibilities include gathering product requirements, maintaining clear communication of product updates, and enhancing customer experiences. A competitive salary, along with generous benefits, is offered as part of this exciting opportunity.

Benefits

Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme

25 days paid holidays + public holidays

Commuting Allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in the UK motor industry within an OEM environment is essential.
• Demonstrate knowledge of passenger cars.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Gather and document product requirements.
• Develop and maintain product documentation.
• Contribute to go-to-market strategy and coordinate product launches.

Skills

Communication Skills

Data Handling Accuracy

UK Motor Industry Knowledge

Collaboration in Cross-functional Teams

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher

Job description

About the Job:

The Product Owner will take responsibility for a group of vehicles within the BYD range on sale in the UK, Ireland & Malta (European right-hand drive markets). They will ensure that products and specified and priced in line with market expectations, are launched effectively, that our network sales teams have all of the information required to sell the many benefits of our cars, customers have access to the right information at all stages of the customer journey, and that customer feedback is used to propose developments to models or changes in pricing that may be required.

Product Requirements & Development

• Gather, analyse, and document product requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define and prioritise product improvements.
• Translate customer feedback into actionable user stories using SCRUM methodology.
• Work with R&D teams to ensure the timely delivery of product requirements.

Product Documentation & Communication

• Develop and maintain product documentation, including Market Product Specifications (MPCs).
• Ensure clear and effective communication of product features and updates to relevant teams.

Go-to-Market Strategy

• Contribute to the development and execution of go-to-market plans.
• Coordinate & support product launches and ensure alignment with business objectives.

Model Evolutions

• Plan and coordinate product updates, facelifts, and enhancements.
• Work with cross-functional teams to implement changes effectively.

Customer Experience Improvement

• Identify opportunities to enhance the BYD customer experience
• Implement strategies to improve the overall customer experience.

Other Responsibilities

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the line manager, in alignment with business needs.

This Position requires the following skills/competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• UK Motor industry experience is essential within an OEM environment
• Demonstrate a keen interest in and knowledge of passenger cars
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.
• High degree of accuracy in data handling and reporting.
• Self-motivated, responsible, and able to work independently.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).

What We Offer:

• Performance and experience-based competitive remuneration
• Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• 25 days paid holidays + public holidays
• Commuting Allowance
• An exciting opportunity to lead the European transition to zero-emissions transportation and de-carbonization of the economy.

Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature and a World of clean air. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and wants to create a positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team