Lotus builds world-class, high-performance and lightweight sports cars that are sold all around the world.

It is a hugely exciting time for Lotus as we transform from a UK sports car company into a truly global performance car business and brand. Our critically acclaimed models are 100% ‘For the Drivers’ and at the heart of the transition is a bold and ambitious product-led offensive. The striking new Emira is the last petrol-powered Lotus sports car and the best of breed, while the stunning Lotus Evija hypercar is the world’s most powerful series production road car. They will be joined by four all-new and all-electric premium lifestyle models, starting in 2022 with Eletre - the world’s first Hyper SUV EV - and ending with an all-new electric sports car in 2026. And that is just the start.

The ongoing transformation of Lotus is laid out in our Vision80 corporate strategy, which defines what Lotus will be in 2028 when it celebrates its 80th anniversary. We welcome talented, creative and motivated people to join us on that journey.

Do you want to know what Sophisticated, Rebellious and Pioneering mean for Lotus? Come and take a look at our vacancies and join the incredible adventure: https://careers.eu.lotuscars.com/ 

Summary:

Define, develop and deliver the retail partner network strategy for the growth of the Lotus Cars brand in the DACH region in line with Lotus Vision80, the Lotus retail strategy and Lotus Cars Product Strategy.

This role also includes support for the delivery of regional sales performance KPI’s and targets.

The position will report to the Senior Sales and Network Manager.

Whilst this job description outlines the key functions of the job, we are operating as a start-up so the successful candidate will be prepared to tackle any task to help make the company and brand a success. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and recruit strategic network retail partners and authorised repairers, managing the entire process from initial approach through to start of operations. To include agreement on contractual and facility requirements, overseeing the implementation of the agreed business plan.
• Manage the associated internal approval process, including Management-level approval and preparation of contracts.
• Support in the implementation of the Lotus CI and Sales and Aftersales Standards across all markets to ensure compliance.
• Manage relationship with agent network, driving customer service, sales activity and ensuring adherence to brands standard.
• Continuously monitor network performance considering sales funnel management, compliance of standards, training and customer experience / complaint management.
• Support in the roll-out of Lotus Financial Services in coordination with the Financial & Mobility Services Manager and the implementation of Sales and Order standards in coordination with the Sales Operations Manager.

Key Requirements:

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in dealer network development within the DACH region.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in German and English.
• Relevant automotive experience in the development of dealer/distributor networks.
• Self-starter with entrepreneurial mindset.
• Written and spoken German language skills at native level.

Benefits:

• Performance related bonus
• Inclusion in the Company Mobility Scheme 

Additional Information:

• This role can be based anywhere in Germany although frequent travel will be required to visit the network, and regular travel to the Amsterdam and Munich (to be opened) office will be expected.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the Germany.