Global Head of Parts & Accessories Growth

Zero Motorcycles Inc.

Amsterdam

On-site

EUR 90,000 - 150,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Zero Motorcycles in the Netherlands is seeking a Manager Global Parts & Accessories to define and execute the worldwide P&A strategy, oversee budgets, margins and profitability, and drive growth across regions. You will lead a global team across time zones, collaborate with dealers and distributors, and ensure product availability, lifecycle management, and strong data analysis to inform decisions.

The role demands a hands-on leader with a commercial mindset, fluent English, and an ability to

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.
Minimum 5+ years of experience in the automotive or automotive aftermarket industry in a commercial role.
Strong understanding of and passion for the automotive industry; experience with electric vehicles and motorcycles is preferred.
Proven experience in business management, category management, buying, or selling.
Strong numerical and analytical skills, data driven.
Advanced proficiency in Excel and SAP.
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel (including reporting, macros, and analytics). Experience with ERP systems; knowledge of SAP and Salesforce is preferred.
Strong commercial and entrepreneurial mindset.
Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English; additional European languages are a plus. Dutch is preferred.
Proven problem-solving, analytical, and decision‑making abilities.
Strong people and team management skills.
Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment with a hands‑on, “not 9-to-5” mentality.
Proven negotiation and influencing skills.
High level of ownership, accountability, resilience, and stress tolerance.
Ability to communicate complex topics in a clear and simple way.
Proactive, tactical, and strategic thinker with a no‑nonsense attitude.
Strong team player who is also capable of working independently.

Responsibilities

Define and execute the global P&A strategy to drive sustainable growth.
Lead and develop the global P&A organization, ensuring high performance and accountability.
Oversee daily operations to ensure smooth, efficient, and high-quality execution.
Initiate and manage strategic projects to support business expansion and innovation.
Provide regular reporting to leadership, including sales analysis, forecasting, and performance tracking.
Own the global parts and accessories portfolio, including development, availability, and lifecycle management.
Lead demand planning, inventory control, and financial management activities.
Monitor and report on POR vs Actual vs Forecast, ensuring accurate tracking of financial plans.
Expand the product portfolio while maintaining alignment with premium brand positioning.
Build and maintain long-term partnerships with suppliers and providers.