Active Jobs at Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa

GPDS / Milestone Development  

• "Complete Market Equations in support of  all GPDS Marketing Deliverables are completed and met for future model programs
• That includes product, packaging, pricing actions, as well as program volumes and take rates to maximize customer desirability and company/dealer profitability" 
• Target Customer definition 
• Role in portfolio
• Industry,Segment and competitor analysis in support of program positioning  
• Pricing Strategy 
• Program cycle average volume  
• Ensure vehicle line programes meet financial guardrails at various milestones 

Cycle Plan

• Direct market wants into cycle plan studies and input 
• Support the development of Cycle Plan Portfolio
• Development of FPVs with Cycle Plan programe input
• Development of annual PVA's 

Program Setup 

• Ensure PDL & compile Order Guide accurately for SAF product group
• Ensure all program inputs and changes are aligned with key local market stakeholders

GTM Program Lead

• Lead Go To Market process to ensure vehcile line is launched on time and with quality
• Lead delivery of Product and Brand launch activities on time and with quality (Day 1, Marketing Brief, OBV's, Order Guides, Dealer Pre sell pack, Website & Brochure brief, Pricing, M&M Codes Final Dealer Sell Pack )

Brand Marketing  

• Support all business activities that are revelant to name plate   Support the collection and maintenance of market/competitive data on assigned vehicle lines
• Suppport / lead Franchise room discussions with the aim of monitoring overall nameplate business health and drivning growth and profitability
• Support monthly option mix forecast/alignment  
• Support tactical Marketing campaign development
• Support annual Pricing Strategy Development  

Governance 

• Lead/support governace activities for Marketing Operations Review Meeting    
• Support /lead paper development and discusions for responsible vehicle lines   
• File all papers 48 hours prior to meeting and minutes to be published 48 hours post meeting
• Review of Cycle Plan and Milestone inputs with local stakeholder prior to submission to ensure alignment   
• Provide Planning and Leadership for Product Marketing Specialists

Education  

• National Diploma or bachelor's degree in marketing/sales or equivalent

Experience

• 5 years automotive experience in Marketing & Sales or similar 
• Previous Product Marketing experience preferred     

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Responsibilities

Ensuring sales objectives are achieved: 

• Deliver monthly wholesale sales performance reports, providing insights into trends. 
• Monitor & analyze Trade Club performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing.
• Initiate Marketing opportunities. 
• Develop and execute strategic plans to identify, target, and acquire new trade customers (B2B).  

Prospecting & Developing New Accounts:

• Identify and cultivate new Trade Club B2B opportunities.
• Increase dealer and customer participation on Trade Club.

Managing Existing Accounts: 

• Improved customer retention rate and increase sales for existing Trade Club members.
• Develop & execute targeted marketing campaigns to attract new B2B customers focusing on mechanical segment.
• Manage Certified Parts Wholesale Dealer program, ensuring its successful implementation and alignment with overall wholesale objectives.

Sales Forecasting & Reporting:

• Accurate wholesale sales projections and effective performance monitoring.

Product Knowledge:

• Comprehensive understanding of the company's product range, including specifications, applications, and pricing.    
• Clear knowledge of extended parts warranty program.

Customer Relationship Management:   

• Accurate and efficient management of customer data.  
• Increased customer loyalty and repeat business.

Administrative Tasks:

• Analyze and monitor data performance and implement corrective actions where needed.Regular Travel to visit B2B customers/dealers/ Body Shops and attend industry events.

Interdepartmental Collaboration:

• Work closely with IMG, SEO, Pricing Team, PS & L, Zone Managers & Trade Club Team.

Cross- Functional Projects:

• Participate in or lead projects that involve multiple departments, promoting integration and cohesion across the organization, particularly relevant to wholesale part sales.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.
• 5-7 years dealer / field operations / people management experience in Aftersales environment.
• Display capability of leading a team in a current or previous roles

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Requirements/eligibility to apply:

• Applicants are required to have successfully completed their Degree in their discipline with a pass rate of 65% or higher.
• Applicants who have not yet concluded their studies, will not be considered for the program.
• Applicants needs to be between the ages of 18-35.

Your application will only be considered complete if you attach ALL of the following documents:

• Full CV
• Copy of ID document
• Copy of matric certificate
• Copy of university academic transcripts

Qualification certificate

• NB: If you are struggling to load multiple documents, please put the required attachments into 1 file/pdf and submit.

Qualifications

• Industrial Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Mechatronics 

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Requirements/eligibility to apply:

• Applicants are required to have successfully completed their degree with a focus on Ergonomics/ Human Factors with a pass rate of 65% or higher.
• CEA/CEA-in-training certification.
• Knowledge of various domains of ergonomics (including Physiology, Biomechanics, Anatomy, Cognitive, Organisational and Psychosocial aspects). 
• Knowledge of how and when to use various ergonomics risk assessment tools. 
• Knowledge of how and when to use various data analysis techniques. 
• Knowledge of how to holistically apply ergonomics principles to create interventions to improve environments, process, and tools.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office tools. 
• Professional and ethical behaviour. 
• Applicants who have not yet concluded their studies, will not be considered for the program.
• Applicants needs to be between the ages of 18-35.

Your application will only be considered complete if you attach ALL of the following documents:

• Full CV
• Copy of ID document
• Copy of matric certificate
• Copy of university academic transcripts
• Qualification certificate