Network Development Lead

ZEEKR极氪; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Zeekr is expanding in the Netherlands. We are seeking a Network Development Lead to design and execute a comprehensive retail network strategy, identify partners, and oversee store openings while aligning with HQ standards.

You will drive sales targets, build strong partner relationships, collaborate with Sales, Service, Marketing, and Logistics, and act as the primary link between the local market and European Headquarters, contributing to Zeekr's long‑term growth in the country.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in network management within the automotive industry.
• Strong personal network in the Netherlands to enable a fast start.
• Proven track record building and developing automotive retail networks.
• Proven experience building and maintaining strong relationships.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills in English and Dutch.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Zeekr's Network Strategy in the Netherlands.
• Identify key partners, visit facilities, and manage store openings.
• Build and maintain relationships with partners to drive sales growth.
• Serve as liaison between local market and European Headquarters, ensuring policy compliance.
• Design operational processes for new retail network and define KPIs.
• Set location-level sales targets and monitor market share.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Service, Marketing, and Logistics.
• Contribute strategically to Zeekr's long-term success in the country.

Skills

Network management

Automotive industry

Local Netherlands network

Retail network development

Relationship building

Problem solving

English

Dutch

Job description

The Company

We are Zeekr, built on a decade of European experience. We are a premium electric vehicle and technology solutions brand from Geely Holding Group, one of world’s largest automotive companies. Our goal and vision is to accelerate the shift to fully electrified mobility. We are committed to driving the future of transportation with cutting-edge technology and a customer-centric approach.

We are Zeekr, built on a decade of European experience. We are a premium electric vehicle and technology solutions brand from Geely Holding Group, one of world’s largest automotive companies. Our goal and vision is to accelerate the shift to fully electrified mobility. We are committed to driving the future of transportation with cutting-edge technology and a customer-centric approach.

The role

Our Netherlands team is looking for a Network Development Lead. In this role you will have a leading position to develop Zeekr in the market.

This is what you will do most of the time

• Develop and Execute Network Strategy - Design and implement a comprehensive Network Plan that represents Zeekr in the country. This includes identifying key players by area of influence, initiating discussions, conducting facility visits, and managing the full process from partner search to store opening.
• Partner Relationship Management - Initiate, build, and maintain strong relationships with potential and existing partners. Ensure their needs are understood and met to enable sales growth through the retail network.
• Act as Country–HQ Liaison - Serve as the primary link between the local market and European Headquarters. Ensure compliance with network development standards and policies while driving rapid and robust network expansion.
• Network Establishment and Performance Management - Lead the creation of a new retail network by designing and implementing operational processes aligned with company standards. Integrate performance dashboards and define KPIs to monitor, measure, and continuously improve network performance.
• Sales and Market Objectives - Set and achieve location-level sales targets, area-of-influence (AOI) market share goals, and customer experience objectives.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration - Work closely with Sales, Service, Marketing, and Logistics teams to ensure seamless operations and effective coordination with partners.
• Strategic Contribution - Drive initiatives that contribute to Zeekr’s long‑term success in the country.

To be successful in this role you should demonstrate

• Extensive experience in Network management within the automotive industry.
• Strong personal network in the country to ensure a fast start.
• Strong knowledge and experience in building and developing an automotive retail network.
• Proven experience in building and maintaining strong relationships.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and proactive mindset to address complex issues and provide effective solutions.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills in English, and Dutch.

To thrive at Zeekr we believe that you have the courage to lead with trust and care and you don’t mind getting your hands dirty. You are highly innovative and have a great ability to adapt and perform in a constantly changing, fast‑paced, highly demanding work environment. Like us, you believe it’s important to have a passion to work in an international and multicultural environment with the desire and ability to embrace the diversity of people, perspectives, and styles.