Network Development Manager

INEOS Automotive – Built For More

Since we started our journey to build a world class, no nonsense 4X4, we’ve come a long way. We’ve established INEOS Automotive as a serious contender in vehicle development and manufacturing. We’ve partnered with some of the biggest names in the automotive industry. We’ve made our way from vision to prototype. We’ve secured a world-class production facility and delivery team. We’ve delivered Grenadiers to customers all around the world. We’re building our double cab pick up, the Quartermaster.

People and Culture

Easy never changed anything. Not in manufacturing, science, engineering or energy – and certainly not elite sport. At INEOS we tackle every challenge head-on, and we help extraordinary athletes achieve extraordinary things. When it comes to making positive change, we know nothing gets done without grit, rigour and humour. Our Automotive team consist of around 1500 employees, 10 locations and 44 nationalities, we’re an international team working together to challenge the ordinary.

The Role

The Network Development Manager will be responsible for all related Network Development activities for dealerships in Europe ( >70 retailers). Those activities include sourcing, establishment, performance management and brand compliance reinforcement of INEOS Grenadier dealerships. This role requires focus on implementing and managing market strategy by completing all necessary dealer recruiting and establishment documentation requirements, evaluation of dealer metrics and data, and in-store brand compliance reviews. In addition, the role requires an individual who can support and steer dealer personnel to achieve joint success.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Execute and support the Grenadier Network and Sales strategy! It is expected to collaborate with the Dealer Network to implement our joint strategic vision.
• Develop, evolve, and manage close working relationships with dealership staff & field teams.
• Research, identify and build relationships with potential new dealer partners in key market areas.
• Establish business model and ways of working with dealer partners to achieve relevant KPIs through training, coaching and benchmarking. Challenge the status quo to obtain dealer operational excellence.
• Own and maintain key Business Partner data in SAP system.
• Maintain standards compliance tool Monitrr for key performance indicators.
• Provide support to the Sales Operations Manager on market data, market intelligence, dealer performance coaching, and dealer sentiment.
• Keen understanding of global and local policies to drive network compliance and performance.
• Audit dealers for compliance with Grenadier processes and standards and create action plans part of the performance management practice.
• Detail oriented, ability to process data analysis, and good judgment.

What we are looking for:

• European dealership and automotive franchise experience; automotive product launch or company start up experience.
• Proven history (5+ yrs) in working in an international business environment.
• Up-to-date knowledge with the latest trends within the industry and customer experience sentiment. IT literacy (presentations and office package) and commercial acumen.
• Collaboration.
• Ability to prioritize and work towards tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills. Self-motivation.
• Relationship building and communications skills.
• Negotiation skills.
• Process driven and pragmatic approach.

If this sounds like you, let’s talk.