Volkswagen Group Australia

Product Manager

• Overseeing the end-to-end development, specification, and pricing of Škoda vehicles.
• From initial proposal through to successful market delivery across press, dealerships, and marketing channels.
• Ensuring all product information is accurate, consistent, and well-communicated across both internal and external platforms.
• Develop and maintain product strategy to ensure alignment with Škoda brand positioning and market expectations.
• Monitor automotive market trends, competitor activity, and pricing to inform product decisions and lifecycle planning.
• Lead model lifecycle planning, including new model introductions, updates, and limited-edition variants.
• Manage pricing strategy, including preparation of pricing submissions, system updates, and approval processes.
• Ensure all product specifications meet local regulatory requirements (ADR, homologation, ANCAP).
• Maintain accuracy and consistency of product information across all internal and external platforms, including dealer communications, websites, and configurators.
• Act as the internal product specialist, supporting cross-functional teams with product knowledge, training, and documentation.
• Lead “Take to Market” activities, coordinating launches and ensuring all stakeholders are aligned to timelines and deliverables.
• Collaborate with Sales Planning, Marketing, and PR to drive effective product positioning and communication strategies.
• Represent Škoda at media events and product launches, delivering presentations and supporting press engagement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with factory counterparts and internal stakeholders across the business.