Head of Global Network Development

2 days ago


Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Forseven Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an exceptional Head of Global Network Development to join our dynamic business at FORSEVEN, a revolutionary company transforming the EV industry through cutting-edge technology and innovative engineering practices.

This pivotal role will operate in a hybrid capacity out of our Leamington Spa and Guildford offices, with national and international travel where required. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside some of the most visionary minds in the automotive field.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to become part of a scale-up, where your contributions will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our forward-thinking company. With its rapid growth trajectory and dynamic nature, FORSEVEN offers you an exceptional platform to help drive strategy as we expand into new horizons.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead our global strategy, managing our network development processes and systems to develop partnerships with the best globally in automotive luxury retail, driving evolution, based on the company's business vision & commercial strategy, in line with our exciting product portfolio and defined brand guidelines.
  • Work closely with Product, Pricing, Brand, Financial Services and Aftersales to deliver an outstanding Global network.
  • Bring a thorough Understanding of the Automotive Sector and the different go to market formats including but not isolated to D2C (Direct to Consumer), Agency and Indirect (franchised & Importer).
  • Demonstratable knowledge across many facets of Automotive financial planning and control: P&L, Balance Sheet, Revenue generation and cost control.
  • Prepare formal recommendations for board approval at Regional, Market and Site levels.
  • Project Manage deployment of Go To Market Strategy in each market, ensuring a timely and financially controlled position in line with Business plan.
  • Responsible for the communication to the retail network in initial investment, start of sales, process optimisation and delivery quality activities.
  • Full involvement in the development and selection of facilities in line with business plan and volume aspirations, Staff Recruitment, Training delivery and preparation of Go Live.
  • Working with legal counsel for the preparation and delivery of relevant legal documentation in line with market legislation requirements.
  • Work closely with the Regional Directors and Aftersales teams, collaborating alongside the Directors of Sales & Fleet Operations and Aftersales in meeting customer satisfaction, customer retention, retail network profitability and overall sales targets.
  • Represent the voice of the retail network across the business, working cross-functionally to ensure retail network standards are maintained to a top standard while balancing the ability of retail network partners to be profitable and deliver a great customer experience.
  • Meeting consistent representation CI and trading standards regardless of them being our own sites/markets or those being run indirectly.
  • Develop monthly commercial performance reporting e.g. KPIs – NPS, profitability, transaction pricing and personnel churn – identify areas of need and opportunity.
  • Build, Lead and coach a world class team across a number of territories regionally, who share and exude the FORSEVEN vision.
  • Responsible for the Global Network Development budget.
Requirements
  • Extensive senior Global network leadership experience in automotive with an OEM.
  • Demonstratable experience in retail PoS development, globally both D2C and franchised exposure.
  • Business case development and 'what if' analysis experience.
  • Ability to work in a scale up organisation with a positive, agile & solution-driven head set.
  • Strong commercial acumen with tuned Leadership skills.
  • Results-oriented with strong decision-making skills and the ability to prioritize multiple objectives while meeting aggressive deadlines and financial targets.
  • Values that reflect FORSEVEN brand values, with ability to inspire the team.
  • Ability to work in the abstract, distil and create effective strategies.
  • Have a demonstrable 'customer first' mindset.
  • Business Degree Educated preferred.
About us and our culture…

At FORSEVEN, we are more than just a team of professionals; we are dynamic innovators, visionary collaborators and trailblazers who believe in making a difference. Our passion lies in revolutionising the electric vehicle industry through our cutting-edge advancements and sustainable solutions that aim to transform the way transportation is perceived.

Currently operating under stealth mode, our focus is entirely directed towards achieving excellence as pioneers in creating sustainable mobility solutions which will help shape the future of transportation.

We're looking for enlightened individuals who possess an unwavering passion, relentless drive, and insatiable curiosity to question conventional norms and push beyond perceived limitations.



  • Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Forseven Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an exceptional Head of Global Network Development to join our dynamic business at FORSEVEN, a revolutionary company transforming the EV industry through cutting-edge technology and innovative engineering practices.This pivotal role will operate in a hybrid capacity out of our Leamington Spa and Guildford offices, with national...


  • Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Forseven Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an exceptional Head of Global Network Development to join our dynamic business at FORSEVEN, a revolutionary company transforming the EV industry through cutting-edge technology and innovative engineering practices.This pivotal role will operate in a hybrid capacity out of our Leamington Spa and Guildford offices, with national...


  • Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Forseven Full time

    {"title": "Head of Global Network Development", "description": "Transforming the EV IndustryFORSEVEN, a pioneering company, is seeking an exceptional Head of Global Network Development to join our dynamic team.This pivotal role will operate in a hybrid capacity, with national and international travel where required. The successful candidate will have the...


  • Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Forseven Full time

    {"title": "Head of Global Network Development", "description": "Transforming the EV IndustryFORSEVEN, a pioneering company, is seeking an exceptional Head of Global Network Development to join our dynamic team.This pivotal role will operate in a hybrid capacity, with national and international travel where required. The successful candidate will have the...


  • Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Forseven Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an exceptional Global Network Development Director to join our dynamic team at Forseven. As a key member of our organization, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our company.The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside visionary leaders in the automotive industry, driving innovation and...


  • Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Forseven Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an exceptional Global Network Development Director to join our dynamic team at Forseven. As a key member of our organization, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our company.The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside visionary leaders in the automotive industry, driving innovation and...


  • Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Forseven Full time

    FORSEVEN, a pioneering company revolutionizing the electric vehicle industry through cutting-edge technology and innovative engineering practices, is seeking an exceptional Head of Global Network Development to join our highly skilled and dynamic team. This pivotal role will be instrumental in shaping the future of our forward-thinking company. With its...


  • Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Ministry of Justice Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Part Time Diary Coordinator to support the Head of Community Integration Team in the Ministry of Justice.Key ResponsibilitiesDiary Management: Efficiently manage the Head of Community Integration's diary, ensuring optimized time management and resolving conflicting demands in planning...


  • Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Ministry of Justice Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Part Time Diary Coordinator to support the Head of Community Integration Team in the Ministry of Justice.Key ResponsibilitiesDiary Management: Efficiently manage the Head of Community Integration's diary, ensuring optimized time management and resolving conflicting demands in planning...


  • Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Ministry of Justice Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Part Time Diary Coordinator to support the Head of Community Integration Team in the Ministry of Justice.Key ResponsibilitiesDiary Management: Manage the Head of Community Integration's diary, ensuring optimized time management and resolving conflicting demands in planning...


  • Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Ministry of Justice Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Part Time Diary Coordinator to support the Head of Community Integration Team in the Ministry of Justice.Key ResponsibilitiesDiary Management: Manage the Head of Community Integration's diary, ensuring optimized time management and resolving conflicting demands in planning...


  • Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Motorsport UK Full time

    Job Title: Head of Commercial PartnershipsJoin Motorsport UK, the national governing body for motorsport in the UK, as we seek a highly skilled and experienced Head of Commercial Partnerships to lead our commercial partnerships strategy.About the Role:The Head of Commercial Partnerships will be responsible for driving new and recurring commercial partner...


  • Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Motorsport UK Full time

    Job Title: Head of Commercial PartnershipsJoin Motorsport UK, the national governing body for motorsport in the UK, as we seek a highly skilled and experienced Head of Commercial Partnerships to lead our commercial partnerships strategy.About the Role:The Head of Commercial Partnerships will be responsible for driving new and recurring commercial partner...


  • Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Motorsport UK Full time

    Job Title: Head of Commercial PartnershipsJoin Motorsport UK, the national governing body for motorsport in the UK, as we seek a highly skilled and experienced individual to lead our commercial partnerships strategy.About the RoleWe are looking for a talented and ambitious professional to drive the acquisition of new commercial partners and sponsors for...


  • Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Motorsport UK Full time

    Job Title: Head of Commercial PartnershipsJoin Motorsport UK, the national governing body for motorsport in the UK, as we seek a highly skilled and experienced individual to lead our commercial partnerships strategy.About the RoleWe are looking for a talented and ambitious professional to drive the acquisition of new commercial partners and sponsors for...


  • Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Green Talent Network Full time

    Technical Specialist (Mechanical) - Electric Powertrain R&DGreen Talent Network is seeking a highly skilled Technical Specialist (Mechanical) to join our dedicated R&D eMotor team in Bicester, Oxfordshire.We design, develop, and test tailor-made, highly efficient compact electric powertrains, drives, machines, and inverters for traction applications.Key...


  • Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Green Talent Network Full time

    Technical Specialist (Mechanical) - Electric Powertrain R&DGreen Talent Network is seeking a highly skilled Technical Specialist (Mechanical) to join our dedicated R&D eMotor team in Bicester, Oxfordshire.We design, develop, and test tailor-made, highly efficient compact electric powertrains, drives, machines, and inverters for traction applications.Key...


  • Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Green Talent Network Full time

    Technical Specialist (Mechanical) - Electric PowertrainsGreen Talent Network is seeking a highly skilled Technical Specialist (Mechanical) to join our Research & Development team in Bicester, Oxfordshire. As part of our UK expansion, we are looking for talented Engineers to work within a dedicated R&D eMotor team.About the RoleWe are looking for an Engineer...


  • Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Green Talent Network Full time

    Technical Specialist (Mechanical) - Electric PowertrainsGreen Talent Network is seeking a highly skilled Technical Specialist (Mechanical) to join our Research & Development team in Bicester, Oxfordshire. As part of our UK expansion, we are looking for talented Engineers to work within a dedicated R&D eMotor team.About the RoleWe are looking for an Engineer...


  • Bicester, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Forseven Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Financial Services and B2B Global Operations Manager to join our team at Forseven. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for implementing the Financial Services strategy and B2B initiatives at the regional level, supporting the delivery of tailored financial solutions to...