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

Lotus Cars Europe B.V. is responsible for the Marketing, Sales and After Sales of the Lotus Cars products in the European region. To bring the company to the level we want it to be, we are looking for a Senior Manager Dealer Marketing and Brand Activation in the Marketing Department to join us in our European HQ based in Amsterdam.

Summary:

This role will be responsible for shaping and executing both the Lotus Cars Europe dealer marketing strategies and the regional brand activation plans. This role focuses on ensuring that all dealer and brand-related marketing activities are strategically aligned with LCE’s objectives, delivering impactful events, and optimizing brand presence across all touchpoints, both at dealer and brand levels. The ideal candidate will be skilled at managing the dynamic relationship between the dealership network and the brand while fostering long-term customer engagement and loyalty.

What you'll do:

Dealer Marketing Strategy:

• Develop and implement dealer marketing strategies aligned with LCE's business goals.
• Support dealerships with marketing tools and resources to ensure brand consistency.
• Track dealer marketing performance and optimize for better ROI.
• Manage dealer marketing budgets to maximize impact.

Brand Activation:

• Create and execute brand activation events, ensuring alignment with LCE objectives.
• Oversee LCE and dealer-led events, ensuring quality and customer experience excellence.
• Ensure consistent brand representation in all dealer marketing activities.

Team Leadership & Collaboration:

• Lead internal and external teams to execute high-quality projects.
• Manage agency and supplier relationships to ensure cost efficiency and quality delivery.

Budget and Project Management:

• Manage event budgets and timelines, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Conduct onsite inspections and ensure adherence to Lotus standards.

Customer Engagement & Brand Positioning:

• Ensure all dealer and event marketing maintains brand integrity and enhances customer satisfaction.

What you'll bring:

• At least 10 years of experience in similar role, ideally in premium automotive brand
• Experience in both dealer and retail marketing, with a deep understanding of automotive industry dynamics.
• Proven track record in delivering large-scale events and brand activations.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills, with an eye for detail.
• Budget management experience and financial acumen.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong leadership, motivational, and team-building abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across departments and with external partners
• Excellent communication skills with a full proficiency in English. Any other additional European language is highly desirable.

What we offer:

• You'll be working in a great office location with a great bar, restaurant, PlayStation and basketball court. Still missing something? Tell us.
  
• We provide a company car to make your commute smoother than a freshly waxed sports car.
• Enjoy your 25 holiday days, giving you ample opportunity to unwind, explore, or binge-watch your favorite shows.
• We work hybrid, meaning you will be in the office when necessary and you can work from home when you're needed there.
• We believe in taking care of ourselves, both inside and out. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and our 250,- wellness allowance, you can invest in activities that make you feel good.
• Work with an international crew and experience a delightful blend of cultures, languages, and perspectives.

Additional Information:

• This role will be working from our Amsterdam office within our flexible working policy
• Frequent travel will be required. Applicants must therefore possess the ability to travel freely without restrictions
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the Netherlands without VISA sponsorship.

Our Company:

Group Lotus is a leading sports car manufacturer with a 75-year long history of iconic designs, groundbreaking engineering and legendary victories on the F1 track. Today we are transforming into a truly global performance car brand focused on the electrical future. In 2022 we launched the Eletre, the world’s first all-electric hyper-SUV, and in 2023 Emeya, our fully-electric Hyper-GT.

As part of the Lotus team, you push boundaries. Those of the car industry and of your own. Every member of the Lotus family has some of the pioneering mindset of founder Colin Chapman in them. In Lotus Cars Europe we form a diverse and international team working from our European HQ based in Amsterdam.

We're not just a car company; we're a diverse mix of talent from all walks of life. At Lotus, we firmly believe that diversity and inclusion are not just buzzwords but essential pillars of a thriving and successful organization. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments during the interview process. If you require any special assistance or adjustments, please let us know in advance so we can ensure a fair and accessible interview experience. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone can thrive.

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