Product Planning Manager (Automotive Industry - Passenger Vehicle)

BYD (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.; Serangoon Garden Circus; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electric vehicle manufacturer in Singapore is seeking a Sales Manager to oversee the sales portfolio and drive substantial growth of EVs. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience in the automotive industry, strong negotiation skills, and must possess a Class 3 driving license. Proficiency in Mandarin and English is essential for effective communication with clients and teams. This role emphasizes strategic market analysis and collaboration with distributors to improve sales pipelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in sales, product planning, pricing and connectivity within the automotive industry.
• Good command of written and communication in Mandarin and English.
• Possess Class 3 driving license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the sales portfolio and responsible for growth of EV in Singapore.
• Define strategies for branding position, market segment and action plan.
• Monitor market conditions and competitor activities.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Client retention skills

Sales experience

Communication in Mandarin

Communication in English

Education

Bachelor Degree

Job description

Job Description:

1. Reports directly to the Managing Director to oversee the sales' portfolio and responsible for substantial growth of EV in Singapore.
2. Define strategies branding position, market segment and action plan.
3. Planning product line-up and unique selling points (USP) of all car models.
4. Monitor market conditions and competitor activities and products, analysis and recommend strategies to counteract to improve sales.
5. Prepare yearly target and sales plan (yearly and periodic forecast).
6. Work closely with distributor and customer to grow sales pipeline and to develop marketing and CRM activities for BYD passenger vehicles.
7. Develop products and enhance competitiveness through effective pricing, specification management, and targeted communication in the respective markets.
8. To liaise with other departments of BYD group to ensure synergy and alignment between sales and other functions scope.
9. Other duties as assigned by the Managing Director.

Requirement:

1. Possess Class 3 driving license.
2. Bachelor Degree in any field.
3. Minimum 5 years' experience in sales, product planning, pricing and connectivity within the automotive industry.
4. Good command of written and communication in Mandarin and English.
5. Proficient in communicating relevant information to all levels within an organization.
6. A good team-player, with strong negotiation, networking and client-retention skills.