Visual Identity Executive

Visual Identity Executive, Brand Management Visual Identity Executive (Maternity Cover)Assignment Type: Temporary, ongoing basis where you will be engaged via HaysLocation: ChichesterWorking Environment: Hybrid, part office based on site at client offices/ part home basedPay type: Competitive hourly pay rateVisual Identity Executive, Chichester, Competitive Hourly Rate, leading Automotive companyOur ClientHays are delighted to be working with our global client, one of the world's most successful premium manufacturers of cars, motorcycles and provider of premium services. Our client demonstrates a commitment to innovation, sustainability and product responsibility all the way from development to production. Their aim is to play a dynamic and innovative role in shaping the face of mobility. Our client highly values each and every person; their passion, commitment, uniqueness and contribution to shaping the future success of their business.Your new roleHays are recruiting for an exciting opportunity for an experienced Visual identity Executive to join our client on a maternity cover assignment for an approximate duration of approximately 13 months.You will be responsible for our client's sales channel management as brand function. You have be responsible for the retail qualification, client-facing non-technical qualification and technical qualification as brand function.Key accountabilities:Collaborate closely to effectively steer projects with Regional Sales Channel Development Managers.Meet regularly with Dealerships' Heads of Business/General Managers to discuss and support projects.Manage Dealer Network Wide communications through Retailer Hub where required.Develop and maintain Dealer guidelines/handbook essential for proper complianceEvaluation of and key input in approval rounds for site plans.Digital- sourcing correct digital content for screen sizing and making it easily accessible to dealers- managing new VID engine page content and structure- continual updates to content.Supplier relationships, ensuring suppliers are on top of dealer orders and managing any delays and issues.Managing supplier contracts and NDA's.Development of new VID elements.Financial/budget items; completing administration process; PO, SVO & justification documentation and adherence to budget.Managing development and production timings of colour and trim samples.Stocking into EPC and outlining stock levels, placing internal orders for items.Developing model year update processes/making sure they are produced and with dealers on time.Planning new initiatives such as Bespoke loan scheme, new SOE display and other ad hoc requests.Liaising with product colleagues to ensure changes to C&T offering is reflected in our samples.Managing sell down and scrappage of old C&T stock.Supporting internal approvals of C&T items with key stakeholders- ongoing.RFID development project.Documenting processes ensuring seamless handovers.What you will need to succeedMinimum of 2 years in Marketing, Visual Merchandising or Design preferably in the premium or luxury automotive sector.Excellent commercial acumen.Customer facing experience.Branding experience.Luxury market experience.Able to work collaboratively in a cross functional team.Able to work independently.Willingness to travel globally.Project management - excellent coordination, communication and multi-tasking skills.Ability to engage and interact with dealer and agency staff.Strong computer & analytical skills; Proficient in Microsoft Office.To have experience working with CAD and/or the ability to read drawings/site plans (Desirable).Understanding of the Automotive Industry (Desirable).What you will get in returnCompetitive hourly rate along with an annual performance related bonus.Hybrid working.Hybrid parking on-site with access to a subsidised restaurant.Hays Go1 training platform which offers a library of over 70,000 courses.Access to Ben - a flexible employee benefits portal offering support across wide range of topics such as mental health well-being, financial or legal matters.What you need to do nowIf you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now on .

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