Network Development & Training Lead
Oxford, OXF, GB
Auto req ID: 57121
Title: Network Development & Training Lead
Job Function: Sales
Location: OXFORD
Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It’s our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us?
Our International Markets are focused on creating an inclusive and expanding rider community that appeals to new and existing riders. We strive to deliver an H-D experience with an unequivocal customer focus.
From the UK to Singapore and many places in between, our employees are essential to our success. Our efforts are concentrated on the highest priority markets, primarily North America, Europe and parts of Asia Pacific. We have concentrated our resources in-market for maximum impact in line with our future strategy. Our regional offices and in-market teams have the freedom within a clearly defined framework to make decisions to drive their business. In-market teams are agile and equipped to understand consumer needs, provide focused attention to dealers, and respond more quickly to local market conditions.
This Hybrid role is not tightly linked to a physical location and provides flexibility in where in the UK you are based, when and how you accomplish your work.
Job Summary
The Network Development & Training Lead is a key role supporting centrally co-ordinated Network Development and dealer training activity across EMEA (Europe, Middle East & Africa). With a broad scope, this individual will play an active role in strategy execution, dealer performance measurement and reporting, departmental administration and co-ordination of operations across markets.
Job Responsibilities
• Supporting the development and delivery of global and regional initiatives to continuously improve dealer profitability and capability. These programs include, but are not limited to, Dealer Financial Reporting, Dealer Training (through Harley-Davidson University) and Network Planning
• Working with the in-market teams to co-ordinate and centrally track the delivery of the network strategy across EMEA. This includes reporting on regional progress to senior leadership of buy/sells, relocations and openings as well as closely supporting the activation of new format opportunities
• Co-ordination with key stakeholders both within HDMC, its dealer network and vendors
• Support the development and execution of monthly Dealer Health reporting
• Maintain departmental budget tracking
• Ensure policies and processes are reviewed and updated as necessary
Education Requirements
Education Specifications
Experience Requirements
Required
• Industry / automotive experience with strong understanding of dealer financial systems and operations
• Ability to manage highly confidential and sensitive information
• Fluent with Key Performance Indicators, Profit & Los statements and Balance Sheets
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills. Able to lead effectively through collaboration and influence.
• Able to develop effective business relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders
• Strong organisational and analytical skills. Proficient in Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint
• Creative, flexible and innovative team player
• Fluency in verbal and written English.
• Typically requires a minimum of 7 years’ experience
Preferred
• Experience in dealing with change
• Experience within a premium retail brand
• Project Management experience with ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Other in region language(s) would be an advantage
We offer an inclusive compensation package for all salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, employee discounts on motorcycles and related products, general merchandise, and more. We welcome everybody to join our family and be united no matter who you are or where you come from. Learn more about Harley-Davidson (here).
Direct Reports: No
Travel Required: 0 - 10%
Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer
Relocation: This position is not eligible for relocation assistance
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