There has never been a more exciting time to join the world of mobility! The automotive industry will change fundamentally by 2030: electric drive and fully-networked transportation with autonomous drive will determine how we move around in future. With the Group strategy “NEW AUTO – Mobility for Generations to Come”, the Volkswagen Group is a significant driver of this transformation.
Volkswagen Group Ireland (VGIE) is wholly owned by Volkswagen AG, the largest automotive company in the world with many of the most iconic automotive brands. In Ireland, we are the national sales company of six brands - Volkswagen, Audi, Skoda, SEAT, CUPRA and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. Our combined share of the Irish automotive market is 25%.
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Ireland has provided premium commercial vehicle solutions to Irish businesses and families for over 65 years. We work to deliver a partnership, offering excellent products, reassuring value and expertise to our valued customers.
Our vision is to transport success, freedom and future as market leader for commercial customers, a premium provider for family and leisure products and engineers of future solutions.
We are currently seeking a Product Manager to join the team. This is a key role that is primarily responsible for conducting product and competitor analysis, managing the product life cycle, developing pricing strategies, performing market research, volume planning and providing product training support for Caddy Cargo, Caddy Life, New Transporter, New Transporter Caravelle, Amarok and New T7 California.
Main Responsibilities
- Ensure the upkeep of NADIN, DCC (order system), and other product-related systems (MBV, Spider) both internally and for dealers. Deliver accurate setup forms and product guides to help dealers order the correct vehicles in a timely manner.
- Analyse and monitor the market and competition, including price index positioning, and assess a selected range of existing and new CV products.
- Regularly report on competitor activity, market trends, and regulatory changes to stay informed of industry developments.
- Develop product and pricing proposals, manage feedback and requests, and ensure models are accurately built and priced in line with IE specifications for product launches, model year updates, and ongoing life cycle management.
- Maintain regular communication with the CV team (Sales, Planning, Marketing), providing updates on product information, timelines, and pricing adjustments.
- Assist in seasonal planning for sales, deliveries, and production volumes.
- Regularly communicate with the network to address product inquiries, discuss volumes, and gather feedback for necessary improvements.
Required Skills & Competencies
- Very strong attention to detail with an affinity for numbers – Maintaining accuracy and high quality of output at all times
- Strong decision-making skills – Reacting in a timely and effective way to any deviations to plan or process in a dynamic working environment
- Persuasive communication, negotiation and presentation skills – Prior experience working with and / or presenting to senior management is desirable
- High level of commercial awareness and knowledge of the Irish automotive industry – Prior industry experience particularly in a Product, Planning or Sales role is desirable
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a diverse, motivated team – Leading by example while also demonstrating ownership of responsibilities using own initiative
- Capable of managing multiple projects and tasks with competing deadlines and priorities – Adapting to workload demands effectively and efficiently
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