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For Yamaha Motor Europe N.V., located at Schiphol-Rijk in the Netherlands, we are looking for a Product Category Coordinator in the Parts and Accessories Division.
About the role:
He/she will gather, analyze and report all relevant product category market- and business information, customer, and competitor data into a solid base for distributors, management, and relevant stakeholders to support strategy, category range, lifecycle, business direction, and budget creation.
Principle Accountabilities:
- Gathering, analyzing, and providing market data (e.g. market size, share, pricing, and competitor information);
- Collecting, analyzing, and reporting category and/or product segment performance, fit-up ratios, and market data (region/country/distributor/key model/dealer), in order to initiate actions for dedicated categories, key models, or product segments and/or territories, harmonized on a European level to make sure to realize the quantitative and qualitative objectives as described in the single/consolidated original budget and Mid-term plan;
- Coordinating all relevant Category or Product segment information (e.g. Distributor/Dealer and market requirements & feedback, competitor data, pricing, fit-up rate results), in order to advise, enable the optimization of Yamaha’s category/product offer, increase performance and competitiveness and advise the Department Manager on the category- and/or product segment strategy;
- Work closely with the inventory team, monitoring on a day-to-day basis, category stock, and product lifecycle positioning, and initiating necessary or relevant actions (promotions, sell-out) to optimize inventory, availability, and time to market;
Initiate, identify, and coordinate network development activities for the assigned category and products and/or territory (region/country), in close collaboration with Distributors, in order to increase market share, fit-up rate, value spend per unit, cross-selling, and upselling opportunities at each layer of the distribution network, simultaneously cultivating and sharing best practices amongst our distributors and branch offices.
About You!
An experienced and motivated colleague, happy to support the business and truly devoted to customer success. You are a humble team player, who is willing to learn and is not afraid to face challenges. Quality and professionalism lie close to your heart.
What do you bring?
• A Bachelor Degree or higher education in a related field; • A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in sales and marketing of lubricants or chemical materials; • Experience with product development and market launch of lubricant oil or chemical materials;
• Knowledge of Lubricant and/or chemical business;
• Strong analytical skills in relation to sales results;
• Strong customer service skills with a strong sense of responsibility;
• Ability to work in a team and independently;
• Adaptable to challenging situations; • Fluency in English is a must. About Yamaha Motor:
Yamaha Motor Europe is responsible for coordinating the marketing and sales activities of Yamaha Motor products in the European marketplace, mainly: Yamaha motorcycles and scooters, marine outboard engines, Wave runner water vehicles, 4-wheel All-Terrain Vehicles (ATV’s), golf cars, snowmobiles, and generators.
What’s in it for you?
• A diverse and international environment;
• We offer you the opportunity to work from home, of course, this includes working from home allowance and a budget for setting up your home office;
• Commuting allowance, holiday allowance, and, 28 days off to enjoy as you please;
• 13th-month payment and you will participate in our Bonus Program;
• Pension scheme;
• Learning and development opportunities;
• Discount on Yamaha products;
• Your first contract will be a temporary contract, but with the intention to extend or offer an indefinite contract;
• We support you in getting your motor or boat license;
• Try out our newest models via our private lease plan and staff bike program;
• Free fruits are available in our office;
• You can enjoy breakfast/ lunch in our own restaurant "The Three Forks" at the office;
• Get to know your colleagues during our company/team events and monthly afternoon drinks
About Yamaha Motor:
Yamaha Motor Europe is responsible for coordinating the marketing and sales activities of Yamaha Motor products in the European marketplace, mainly: Yamaha motorcycles and scooters, marine outboard engines, Wave runner water vehicles, 4-wheel All-Terrain Vehicles (ATV’s), golf cars, snowmobiles, and generators.
Contact:
Sounds interesting? We are looking forward to receiving your CV and motivation letter.
You can apply by using the LinkedIn apply button!
For more information about the recruitment process please contact us at recruitment@yamaha-motor.nl.
Note, an assessment will be part of our procedure.
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