Product Manager

Zetland, Sydney 
Permanent, Full Time

About Us

Volkswagen Group is one of the world's leading automobile manufacturers, employing more than 600,000 people globally and selling its vehicles in more than 150 countries. The wholly-owned subsidiary has its National Sales Centre based in Sydney, home to some of Australia's most recognisable brands which include Audi, CUPRA, Škoda and Volkswagen.

About Škoda

Škoda is one of the world’s oldest automotive brands, combining over 130 years of heritage with modern innovation. Known for its Simply Clever philosophy, Škoda delivers smart, practical and thoughtfully designed vehicles that make everyday life easier. With a focus on functionality, design and sustainability, Škoda continues to grow as a brand that offers outstanding value without compromising on quality or performance.

About Your New Role

As Product Manager – Škoda, you will be responsible for 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, you will ensure all product information is accurate, consistent, and well-communicated across both internal and external platforms.

Your Main Responsibilities Will Include:

• 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.

About You:

• Extensive automotive industry experience (7+ years), with strong knowledge of market dynamics and technical product requirements
• Tertiary qualification in Business, Marketing, Finance or a related discipline is highly desirable
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage, influence and manage relationships across a wide range of stakeholders (internal teams, dealers, agencies, media, and customers)
• Solid understanding of the regulatory environment, including vehicle compliance, registration, and advertising standards
• Strong negotiation capabilities, with the confidence to drive outcomes to achieve business outcomes
• Practical and solutions-focused problem-solving ability
• Experience in developing and delivering product training programs
• High attention to detail with strong time management and organisational capability
• Proven project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Experience using Volkswagen Group systems (e.g. Nadcon, Spider, MBV) is highly desirable

Our Benefits, Rewards and Recognition include:

• A culture of continuous learning, growth and development. You will receive access to LinkedIn Learning and personal development opportunities which is why a large portion of our vacancies are filled by internal candidates.
• Additional leave including VGA Day paid leave day, birthday leave and paid parental leave of up to 20 weeks.
• Additional flexible working options, including the ability to work remotely from anywhere in Australia for up to 10 days per year
• Annual fitness and wellbeing subsidy towards a facility of your choice.
• Access to the VGA Car Lease Program.
• Discounts on Audi, CUPRA, Škoda and Volkswagen car purchases.

Why Volkswagen Group Australia (VGA)?

Working at VGA provides opportunities for growth and career development opportunities. We also champion a workplace culture that thrives on passion, collaboration, efficiency, mindfulness, authenticity, and innovation.
If this sounds like the role and place for you to drive your career to great heights with a world-class organisation, please submit an application via the link.

Volkswagen Group Australia is an equal opportunity employer in each jurisdiction that it operates. We encourage and value applications from all diverse perspectives, experience and backgrounds.

To support our desire to create a local talent pipeline, this role is only available for individuals who have permanent work rights in Australia.

Successful applicants will be required to complete background checks through our external provider as a condition of employment.

If we can provide support with access requirements throughout the recruitment process or answer any role specific enquiries please reach out to the Recruitment Officer, Thao Vu - Thao.Vu@vwga.com.au.