Product Development Manager

Volkswagen Financial Services Australia is a leading provider of competitive finance and insurance products to over 1200 retailers across Australia representing automotive brands within the Volkswagen Group including: Audi, ŠKODA, Bentley, Porsche, Ducati and Lamborghini and outside the Volkswagen Group - Jaguar and Land Rover. Nobody does finance better than our team of experts ensuring a positive customer experience at all times.

We believe our employees are key to our success and offer career advancement to grow your career across various divisions. Our people are recognised for their achievements and we have a team culture led by empathetic managers. Our EVP is testament to our continued commitment to retaining our staff and providing a fulfilling experience during their journey with Volkswagen Financial Services Australia. Our core value is integrity and we seek like-minded individuals to join our thriving business.

Job Description

Purpose of the role:

The role sits within VWFS’s Strategy, Brand and Product Development Division and is instrumental in leading the transformation toward a BEV-focused financial services model. The BEV Product Development Specialist will drive the design, enhancement, and optimisation of innovative financial products and services that support the uptake of Battery Electric Vehicles across captive, non-captive, and used car markets within the Volkswagen Group ecosystem.

The role is accountable for the entire product lifecycle from ideation to delivery and continuous improvement—ensuring alignment with VWFS's goals to increase customer engagement, boost ARPC and CLV, and drive profitability in a rapidly evolving market. Working cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners, the specialist will ensure VWFS's BEV offerings are competitive, compliant, and future-ready.

Key responsibilities of the role:

- Product Management & Innovation -Lead the development and lifecycle management of BEV-focused financial products and programs, including offerings for captive, non-captive, and used vehicle markets within the VW ecosystem.
- Product Planning & Compliance -Design and implement robust product management plans that meet volume, mix, profitability, legal, and risk requirements, ensuring compliance with VWFS, VW Group, and partner policies.
- Training & Enablement -Develop and deliver BEV-specific training modules for internal teams (front and back office), dealership staff, and business managers to drive product knowledge and sales effectiveness.
- Stakeholder & Supplier Engagement -Manage relationships with key internal stakeholders, suppliers, and external business partners. Lead steering committees and produce executive dashboards and reports to support decision-making.
- Strategic Project Leadership -Prepare and present strategic and financial analyses. Own the end-to-end delivery of BEV-related strategic initiatives—from concept to execution to future-proof the product portfolio.
- Market Intelligence & Business Insights -Conduct market research, competitor benchmarking, customer analysis, and forecasting to identify short-, medium-, and long-term opportunities for BEV market growth and customer penetration.
- Pricing Strategy & Forecasting -Lead pricing reviews and analysis for BEV products, contributing to financial planning and profitability through strategic price positioning and accurate sales forecasting.
- Go-to-Market & Marketing Support -Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to gain real-time insights from dealerships and customers. Support marketing strategy and communications to maximise product visibility and uptake.
- Risk & Legal Governance - Develop and maintain compliant product documentation, including contracts and application materials. Ensure all BEV product communications and offerings adhere to legal, tax, and risk frameworks.

Key requirements for the role:

- Proven experience in strategy and product development within the Electric Vehicle (EV) or Renewable Energy sectors, across either public or commercial environments.
- Background in product development, sales, or marketing within the EV or related industries is highly desirable.
- Tertiary qualifications in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field are desirable.
- Strong strategic, commercial, and financial acumen, underpinned by sound judgment and advanced conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated success in influencing and negotiating with senior management and key stakeholders, both internally and externally.
- Experience in managing supplier relationships, including contract negotiation and performance oversight.
- Strong understanding of statistical, demographic, and market data analytics, with the ability to produce and interpret relevant insights to support business decisions.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects or business initiatives simultaneously, delivering outcomes on time and within budget.
- Excellent interpersonal and listening skills, with the capacity to exercise sound judgment in complex environments.
- Project management and process improvement expertise is very advantageous

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