Job Description

Volvo Trucks International (VTI) is responsible for sales and marketing activities in Africa, East, Middle East and Asia/Pacific markets, covering truck sales in 127 countries. Brand, Marketing & Com Volvo Trucks International (VTI) is responsible for sales and marketing activities in Africa, East, Middle East and Asia/Pacific markets, covering truck sales in 127 countries. Brand, Marketing & Communications Manager, South East Asia & Japan The Brand, Marketing & Communication Manager, South East Asia (SEA) and Japan is responsible for supporting Volvo Trucks Hub SEA and Japan markets to realize a successful brand-aligned marketing and Public Relations (PR) strategy and communication plan to drive and support successful local events, support Customer Satisfaction measurements and action plans as well as driving SEA internal communication. This position will report to the Managing Director, Volvo Trucks South East Asia & Japan. Main Responsibilities: Responsible for maximizing the brand, products, and sales potential through effective Marketing and PR activities. To manage communications and PR for all external communication concerning the brand, product, services and the company's standpoint in key businesses at market level. Set and communicate appropriate objectives, initiate actions, monitor performance and follow-up results aligned with business objectives. To contribute to the strategic development, action and tools are decided centrally and executed implementation in the markets. To put the big picture together and translate this into creative output. Take the lead in directing activity and resources in significant product/customer events. Provide support to Importers for local events to ensure the quality of delivery and govern brand standards. Plan, control, and report budgets related to the MarCom for the Markets in relation to: Public Relations, advertising, printed and digital communication tools, regional launches and events, importer events, seminars, and fairs. Provide support to Importers and business teams for all Marketing and Communication-related activities to ensure the quality of delivery and govern brand standards. Be the subject matter expert for Marketing and Communication and contribute to the development of the importers. Contributes to supplier selection and drives communication with sub-contractors according to central procedures Set up and follow up relevant measurements of Customer Satisfaction in main markets and drive improvement activities together with importers Project management and/or Launch planning experience. It may be an essential asset to have if E-Mobility plans intensify and launches will take place in the market. The incumbent should be able to steer and challenge the launch journey. Qualifications: In this position, we are looking for someone who can work on their initiative and with proven problem-solving skills. You can build and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders with a highly flexible approach. You should have excellent communication and presentation skills (both written and verbal). Bachelor's Degree in a business/marketing or communications Minimum 5 years of branding, marketing, and communication experience, preferably in an automotive, heavy vehicle or related industry Result oriented, self-motivating and lateral thinking Proven success in the area of Marketing & Communications with preferred specialist experience in brand management and with SEA regional responsibility. Able to demonstrate a clear vision, global mind-set and successful people & culture leadership Project management and/or Launch planning experience. Customer and result orientated, ability to focus and prioritize tasks Proven good organizational and planning skills Good understanding of the retail business and environment. The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines A positive attitude towards travelling. Fluent in both written and spoken English, other Asian language an advantage Location: Singapore Travel: Occasional Company shuttle is provided at the designated pick-up areas.