Gowan Auto, importers and distributors of multiple motor brands in Ireland, are seeking to recruit a Product Manager to join the Leapmotor team. Reporting to the Leapmotor Brand Manager, the ideal candidate will assist in the various critical functions within our production & distribution operations.
The key responsibilities of the Product Manager are as follows:
Key Responsibilities:
- Product life cycle management of the complete range of Leapmotor products.
- Market and competitor analysis to identify trends and new opportunities.
- Profit margin focus through strong pricing negotiations with Leapmotor International.
- Update and maintain all customer and dealer touchpoints for Leapmotor products.
- Assist with monthly and yearly sales planning and forecasting.
- Focus on ordering of production volumes from the factory.
- Monitor production from factory to dealer.
- Assist with the daily operation of logistics.
- Stock management for network ordering and allocation.
- Prioritisation of daily, weekly and monthly summary reports.
- Maintenance of new model information for SIMI, Revenue and internal systems.
- Develop and deliver product content for national training events.
- Support the Sales Team in successfully achieving monthly, quarterly and yearly targets.
Key Attributes:
- Proven experience in the automotive industry.
- Degree in Business is desirable; however, relevant experience will be taken into consideration.
- Strong IT skills, with advanced proficiency in the Microsoft 365 suite, particularly in Microsoft Excel.
- Proficiency in planning and organisation.
- Strong prioritisation skills.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and analytical skills.
- The ability to work with manufacturers and effectively meet their deadlines.
- Capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within a dynamic team.
Benefits:
- Bike to work scheme
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Work Location: In person
