Job Description

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Objective


Development, growth and support of vehicle conversions and accessories based on market requirement in accordance with defined policy and procedures and in conjunction with suppliers, e.g. Mercedes-Benz AG, Mercedes-Benz Vans Body Builder Guidelines, technical specifications and standards, to drive the growth of sales opportunities to increase overall sales, to ensure and oversee all regulatory requirement and approval for conversion in compliance to the Company's Integrity & Anti Bribery Codes, Conflict of Interest Policy & S.H.E. requirements and to perform delegated S.H.E. tasks and duties & to inform superior about deviations.


Main Tasks


Product Development and Conversion Management:


Lead product ideation, development, and customization oversight, ensuring alignment with market and company goals. Manage Conversion partners and processes to ensure product customization is possible, overseeing the conversion process and guaranteeing that the delivered service meets the required standards


New Product Launches and Promotion Collaboration:


Solely manage new product launches to meet strategic objectives effectively, collaborating with marketing teams to create compelling promotional campaigns emphasizing product value proposition and customizable features.


Market Research and Insights:



Conduct comprehensive market research to inform product improvement and customization, considering customer preferences and industry trends.



Pricing and Distribution Strategy:



Develop and implement pricing strategies accounting for customization options, alongside managing distribution channels for maximum visibility.



Financial Management:



Collaborate closely with finance teams to set budgets, forecast revenue, and manage costs associated with product development, customization, and marketing efforts.



People, Converter, and Customer Management:


Oversee cross-functional teams involved in product development, marketing, and sales. Ensure effective communication and collaboration, with a specific focus on managing Convertors to deliver the required service standards. Establish mechanisms for gathering customer feedback, ensuring continuous improvement based on customer needs and satisfaction, enhancing both the product and conversion processes.


Specific knowledge, skills and attributes:

Technical Product Knowledge Customer Orientation & Problem Solving Daimler AG processes, Corporate Compliance 3-5 years' relevant experience in an engineering environment


Experience:

3 - 5 years' relevant experience

Mercedes-Benz Southern Africa is proud to be an equal opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered, however the following will apply:



Foreign nationals must qualify for a work visa/permit as per the provisions of the Immigration Act 13, 2002. Division's Employment Equity Plan in terms of the Employment Equity Act, No 58, 1998. Code of good practice on the employment of people with disabilities.


Only applications submitted online https://group.mercedes-benz.com/en/ will be considered. Applications sent by email WILL NOT be considered. Email address provided for query purposes only.



IMPORTANT: For an optimal selection process, please attach all relevant documents.

Closing date is: 26 September 2025

QualifikationenNQF L6 -National Diploma in Technical Engineering (Mandatory) Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering (Recommended)

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KontaktMercedes-Benz South Africa Ltd
MBSA Place, 210 Aramist Avenue0181 Pretoria
Xoliswa Marcia Ngwenya E-Mail: xoliswa_marcia.ngwenya@mercedes-benz.com