Product Planning Assistant Manager

Hyundai Motor Company Australia

Working at Hyundai Motor Company Australia

At Hyundai, we are driven by the belief that everyone should have access to the very best in modern mobility. We want to become a lifetime partner for our customer and

not just supply some of Australia’s most popular cars but also innovative future mobility solutions. Our purpose is to enhance people’s everyday lives by caring for many.

Hyundai Motor Company Australia (HMCA) continues to enrich its product line-up with vehicles that are helping to build solutions for a more sustainable future, such as NEXO,

the world’s first dedicated hydrogen-powered SUV and the award-winning IONIQ 5, redefining electric mobility and innovation. Hyundai have committed to Carbon Neutral by 2045. 

We aim to reset how customers, employees and brand representatives think and feel about our brand and do this by always having our founder, Chung Ju-Yung’s have a go attitude

at the forefront of everything we do. At HMCA, we proudly live by the ‘Have you tried it?’ ethos and philosophy to progress and grow as a company.

Imagining what better will look like tomorrow,so that people can benefit from today. 

The Opportunity

As the Product Planning Assistant Manager, you will be accountable for the optimal management of product strategies and overall business cases to maximise the sales, profitability, brand growth and customer satisfaction of Hyundai vehicles, and the appropriate dissemination of key information in the launch phase of new or upgraded models.

This is a newly created role due to our growth as a brand. If you have experience in product planning and are passionate about the automotive industry, this is the role for you!

Key Responsibilities 

• Drive product planning and strategy for assigned carlines and promote the sales, profitability and customer satisfaction of current Hyundai/Genesis models.
• Conduct analysis and develop optimal model strategies including model line-ups/specifications, pricing, grade walks, variant mixes, showroom logic, overall competitiveness.
• Consult actively with key stakeholders within Sales, Marketing and Aftersales divisions to receive input and requirements essential to the development of business cases.
• Actively negotiate with Head office to advance the interests of HMCA in regard to their subject carlines – secure optimum models, specifications, and features for the Australian market.
• Lead the launch phase of applicable carlines regarding product related information dissemination, via multiple forums including internal committees, Product Drive Days, Bulletins, etc. to all affected stakeholders.
• Prepare product value analysis, market research, and VFACTS sales analysis for development of proposals and HMCA reporting as required.
• Monitor the Australian and other key global markets for important information on new models and variants, providing recommendations to the business.
• Develop and/or oversee preparation of Product Planning Bulletins on new models, facelifts, change of specifications, etc.

About You

You have the below skills and experience and are passionate about progressing your career in Product Planning with an innovative and dynamic automotive brand.

• 2+ years’ experience in product planning, product marketing, product engineering or strategic planning.
• Experience working in the automotive industry is highly desirable.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to thrive in a deadline-driven environment.
• Exceptional research and analytical skills with experience reviewing large amounts of data.
• Ability to collaborate with the wider product team and other business units including engineering, marketing and sales.

Why work for Hyundai Motor Company Australia?

We take great pride in creating an inclusive, energised and team-based workplace with meaningful experiences, encouraging innovation and a growth mindset. 

• HMCA & GMAu: Exposure to all facets of the business, its products and future business. 
• Learning & Development: Personalised LMS System and clear L&D strategy for all staff. Exciting formal learning offering’s with internationally recognised organisations. 
• Leave Benefits: Paid Parental Leave, Celebration , Volunteer, Exam Leave and more!
• Employee Vehicle Lease Program: Utilise our Hyundai Cars at a reduced price. 
• Subsidised: Gym with personal trainer on-site, onsite café with barista made coffee.
• Travel: 2 Minute walk from the Sydney Metro and bus station, making it an ease to travel. 
• CSR Program: Contribute to our Hyundai Help for Kids, which has raised over $14 million for not-for-profit organisations focused on the betterment of children’s lives.
• EAP Converge: Access to professional assistance for personal or work-related issue. Health & Wellbeing resources and more. 
• Newly renovated office: Open-plan layout that stimulates productivity and collaboration.

We are an equal opportunity employer where our values form the foundation of our culture - customer, challenge, collaboration, people and globality.

Recruitment Process

If you would like a career with Hyundai Motor Company Australia, please submit your resume by using the apply button below. If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted by telephone by our People & Culture team. We would like to thank all other applicants for their interest and wish you well in your job search.