Senior Dealer Network Development Manager (m/f/d)
Develop and implement the retail network strategy for the German market in alignment with HQ strategic planning and budgetLead commercial negotiations with dealer groups and drive dealer network expansion across the territory to achieve business objectives for both the brand and retail partnersManage the end-to-end dealer development process, including identifying potential dealer groups, evaluating and qualifying partners, negotiating agreements, and supporting store openingLead the establishment and activation of retail locations and ensure compliance with our retail VI/SI standardsMonitor and evaluate dealer network performance and provide analysis reports and improvement recommendationsProvide timely market intelligence and competitor analysis to support strategic planning and decision makingLead the planning and execution of pop-up exhibitions and temporary retail formats, including location selection, setup, brand materials installation, launch activities and lead collection Bachelor’s degree or above in Marketing, Business Administration, Economics, Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related fieldsExperience in automotive retail network development, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role managing dealer networksProven experience in dealer network establishment and management within the automotive industryStrong resources and relationships with dealer groups and automotive retail partners in the European marketStrong project management skills, preferably with experience in site selection, retail construction approval processes and franchise standards implementationExcellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skillsStrong ability to work under pressure with a proactive and entrepreneurial mindsetFluent in English; German proficiency is highly preferredWillingness to travel frequently within Germany and across the region Opportunity to contribute to the launch and expansion of a leading global automotive brand in EuropeA dynamic and international working environment with opportunities for professional growthCompetitive compensation and benefits package Our many years of recruitment experience and our expert knowledge of the engineering job market make us a strong partner for engineers and technicians.
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