<p><b>Job Requisition ID: </b>[[158696]] </p>
<p>Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world’s most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate. </p>
<p>By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day</p>
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<p><b>Overview of the role:</b><br>
The Product and Pricing Manager plays a pivotal role in executing the product and pricing strategy by being the champion of the electric automotive mobility and being the true voice of the customer across the organization. Ensure a successful introduction of the Electric Mobility Product Portfolio to the KSA Market<br>
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<p><b>What you will do: </b></p>
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<li>Identify target segments and define the primary target customer / vehicle application for each product line</li>
<li>Manage the Product Lifecycle to meet evolving consumer needs, technology developments and competitor landscape</li>
<li>Maximise mass profit of the portfolio by optimising volume and profit per unit with right cost to value offering and logical grade walks</li>
<li>Perform regular competitive analysis to recommend Product, Pricing and Offer Strategy for launch and develop countermeasures to address sales performance and stock issues</li>
<li>Establish close relationships with Head office to secure KSA market voice of the customer and influence decisions that could affect short-, mid- and long-term Al Futtaim Electric Mobility Company. set for each project</li>
<li>Attend Head Office meetings to align on the overall product and brand strategy and ensure maximum influence</li>
<li>Coordinate with Sales Operations / Demand & Supply team to ensure the desired ordering mix to support the product life cycle strategy.</li>
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<b>Required skills to be successful: </b></p>
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<li>Local experience working either in KSA or in a regional office covering KSA market</li>
<li>Strong analytical skills and critical thinking skills</li>
<li>Strong skills in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint and Excel)</li>
<li>Data analysis and research of automotive market capability</li>
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<b>About the Team:</b><br>
This role will be reporting directly to the Head of Product & Pricing </p>
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<b>What equips you for the role:</b></p>
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<li>University Degree (Automotive / Mechanical engineering preferred)</li>
<li>Minimum 8 years of experience in Automotive industry with at least 3 years in Product related roles </li>
<li>OEM or Major Distributor in KSA is a must incl. KSA automotive market experience </li>
<li>Strong business acumen with excellent analytical and financial skills with the ability to use data to build a compelling business case</li>
<li>Ability to understand the technical aspects of vehicles</li>
<li>Ability to study, analyze and interpret complex activities and/or information in order to improve new practices or develop new approaches.</li>
<li>Strong decision-making skills with an eye for strategic enhancement of the business.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and facilitation skills to understand and address issues across multiple disciplines</li>
<li>Advanced project management skills and ability to handle multiple tasks and manage deadlines</li>
<li>Experience utilizing pricing tools.</li>
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<p><b>About Al-Futtaim Automotive</b><br>
A major division of the UAE-based Al-Futtaim Group of companies, <b>Al-Futtaim Automotive</b> is an industry leader with presence in 10 countries across the Middle East, Asia and Africa.<br>
Our core business activities at Al-Futtaim Automotive include distribution, manufacturing, leasing and aftersales, and we are firmly established as the regional representative of some of the world’s most iconic automotive brands: Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, Volvo and RAM as well as EV brands. <br>
We are driven by a customer-centric approach, constantly pushing the boundaries on innovation, quality standards, and value-added service across our vast universe of customers – right from motoring enthusiasts to fleet operators to contractors. Our mission is to become the leader in custom-made mobility solutions by delivering nothing less than world-class omni-channel experiences. We channel our local expertise and global trust to deliver one of the most comprehensive portfolios of mobility products and solutions, from passenger cars to SUVs, electric vehicles to high-performance motorbikes, commercial vehicles to industrial & construction equipment.<br>
What keeps the company moving forward is a 9000-member strong team, with inspiring possibilities for growth, throughout the career path. <b>This is Al-Futtaim Automotive and we empower talent to move forward.</b></p>
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