Network Development Manager - Norway & Iceland

BYD Europe; Oslo; On-site; NOK 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Oslo is seeking a Network Development Manager to lead dealer performance discussions and manage network strategies for Norway and Iceland. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in the automotive industry, a relevant degree, and proficiency in both Norwegian and English. This role supports a mission for a zero-emission future, promoting sustainability.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of working experience in the automotive industry.
• Experience in auto OEM for EU network development.
• Ability to interpret dealer performance reports.

Responsibilities

• Support the Region and team in dealer performance discussions.
• Develop Network development strategy for Norway and Iceland.
• Manage Performance Improvement Growth Process at underperforming stores.
• Lead dealership and related contract negotiations.

Skills

Business acumen

Financial statement interpretation

Network development expertise

Proficient in Norwegian

Proficient in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in business management or engineering

Job description

About the role

The Network Development Manager's role is to support the Region and their team of Specialists in leading dealer performance discussions regarding Share, Sales, CSI, Facility, and Capacity. The manager will also assist with Buy Sells & Consolidations, Follow-up on Term Agreements, Minority Appointments, Dealer Onboarding, supporting product launch.

Key Responsibilities

• Make Network development strategy for Norway and Iceland market leading new dealer partners development accordingly.
• Develop and execute a Market Representation Business Plan that accomplishes the following:
  • Identifies dealers with sufficient capital, capacity, customer satisfaction and character
  • Strengthens dealer profitability
  • Facilitates BYD network development
  • Achieves volume and share growth objectives
• Define & implement Network plan in the assigned market. Execute the BYD network consolidation strategy to right-size the BYD network
• Manage Performance Improvement Growth Process at underperforming BYD stores and identify opportunities for improvement / replacement
• Lead dealership and related contract/agreement negotiation
• Coordinate with all relevant resources to adjust the business processes, align task roles from all business levels & functions.

Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or above, business management or engineering background is preferred
• At least 8 years related working experience in Automotive industry within the hiring regions
• Expert in business acumen, including interpretation of financial statements, dealer performance reports and retail industry reports
• Working experience in auto OEM for EU network development
• Proficient Norwegian and English is a must.
• Experience in multiple roles is a plus

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 want to create positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team 🌏