About BYD Turkey:
BYD Turkey is the Turkish National Sales Company of BYD BV Europe and BYD Company Ltd, a global leader in green energy technologies. BYD Turkey offers a comprehensive range of electric vehicles, including passenger cars. As part of its expansion strategy in Turkey, BYD is seeking a highly experienced professional to support its growing portfolio of New Electric Vehicle Passenger car.
Job Description:
The Deputy Country Manager at BYD Turkey will play a crucial role in collaborating with the Country Manager to oversee and manage various aspects of the company's operations within Turkey. This strategic position requires a dynamic individual with extensive local market knowledge who can drive sales growth, enhance brand visibility, and ensure effective management across departments to achieve overall business objectives, with a particular focus on boosting BYD car sales in the Turkish market.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Market and Product Analysis:
- Conduct in-depth analysis of the Turkish automotive market, focusing on electric vehicle trends, consumer preferences, and competitive landscape.
- Analyze BYD's product portfolio and identify opportunities for optimization to meet local market demands.
2. Sales Strategy Development and Implementation:
- Collaborate with the Country Manager to develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies aimed at increasing market share and achieving sales targets in Turkey.
- Leverage local market insights to tailor sales approaches and product offerings to Turkish consumer preferences.
3. Team Management:
- Lead and motivate a diverse team across sales, aftersales, product, and marketing departments.
- Foster a collaborative work environment that encourages innovation and excellence, with a focus on achieving team and company goals.
4. Dealership Network Management:
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential dealership partners.
- Identify opportunities to expand BYD's dealership network in Turkey, ensuring optimal market coverage and brand representation.
5. Brand Building and Marketing:
- Spearhead brand-building initiatives to enhance BYD's visibility and reputation in the Turkish market.
- Oversee the planning and execution of marketing campaigns, promotional events, and PR activities tailored to the Turkish audience.
6. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Work closely with internal departments such as finance, operations, and HR to ensure alignment across different functions.
- Act as a liaison between the Turkish office and global headquarters, facilitating effective communication and implementation of corporate initiatives.
7. Business Operations Management:
- Oversee the overall business operations of various departments, ensuring efficiency and profitability.
- Monitor key performance indicators and implement strategies to optimize departmental performance.
8. Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Country Manager.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field. MBA preferred.
- Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in senior management roles within the automotive industry in Turkey, with a strong focus on sales and marketing.
- Extensive knowledge of the Turkish automotive market, including regulatory environment, consumer trends, and competitive landscape.
- Proven track record of developing and implementing successful sales strategies in the Turkish market.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide cross-functional teams.
- Excellent analytical skills, particularly in product and market analysis.
- Fluency in Turkish and English.
- Outstanding communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to rapidly changing market conditions.
- Strategic thinker with a results-oriented approach and a commitment to continuous improvement.
The Deputy Country Manager position at BYD Turkey offers a unique opportunity for an experienced professional to make a significant impact in the rapidly evolving electric vehicle industry. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in driving BYD's growth and success in the Turkish market while contributing to the global expansion of a leading green energy brand.
We offer:
Job in a fast-growing company and industry which represents sustainable technology;
Performance and experience based competitive remuneration;
Team building events and employee learning opportunities.
Please note that position is open for candidates eligible to work in Turkey.
Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature and a World of clean air. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and want to create positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team