Brand Manager - UD Trucks
Wacol, QLD, AU, 4076
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
What you will do
Volvo Group Australia
Volvo, Mack and UD trucks are proud to be part of Volvo Group Australia. Every day, the Volvo Group across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talented individuals with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.
Your future team
You will join Volvo Group Australia, as part of our UD team - a team committed to grow and develop our UD Trucks product range. Over the past couple of years, UD Trucks have launched their most extensive product range into the Australian market; have experienced their most rapid growth ever; and they have plenty more on the horizon. There has never been a better time to join the UD Trucks team. Join us in driving innovation in the heavy vehicle space and be part of a team that is committed to growth, success, and leadership.
About the role:
We are seeking a commercially-driven and results-oriented Brand Manager to lead and execute high-impact marketing initiatives that align with both short-term and long-term strategies for UD Trucks. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with Volvo Group cross-functional teams and global stakeholders to elevate the UD Trucks brand, unlock new growth opportunities, and drive brand success. If you have a passion for strategic branding, identifying market opportunities, and working in a global environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
As a Brand Manager UD your mission will be to:
• Lead and execute key marketing projects: Drive initiatives that align with the broader short- and long-term marketing strategy.
• Agency management: Oversee agency partnerships, ensuring campaigns are on-brand, on-brief, and within budget.
• Stakeholder engagement: Work closely with global, local, and dealership teams to align and execute initiatives that reflect the UD Trucks vision.
• Review and analyze campaigns: Regularly evaluate promotional efforts and marketing campaigns to ensure they meet key performance objectives and brand standards.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Partner closely with the marketing team and key stakeholders , including product and business development teams, to deliver impactful, multi-branded projects and activities that resonate with target audiences.
• Campaign and content development: Assist in the development and execution of advertising campaigns, digital content, customer testimonials, and presentation materials.
• Global brand alignment: Collaborate with the UD Trucks Global Brand team to ensure compliance with brand guidelines and consistent messaging across all touchpoints.
Who are you?
Key skills and qualities we’re after:
Brand strategy experience: Proven experience developing and executing brand strategies that drive growth and market positioning.
Complex environment navigation: Skilled in managing multiple stakeholders across local and international teams with varying functions and seniority.
B2B experience: Proven experience executing marketing strategies within a B2B environment.
Agency & marketing expertise: Strong experience managing or collaborating with agencies and executing multichannel marketing campaigns, including digital strategies.
Strategic insights & commercial mindset: Expertise in segmentation, competitor analysis, identifying growth opportunities, and leveraging insights to drive business success.
Project & budget management: Strong project management skills, with proven experience managing budgets and departmental financials effectively.
Decision-making & problem-solving: Exceptional interpersonal skills, clear decision-making, and creative problem-solving abilities.
What’s in it for you?
Why join:
- Work with one of the world's most iconic brands and be part of a reputation that has been earned over a century.
- A truly values-based organisation, inclusive workplace culture and passionate people shaping the world we live in.
- Modern, world-class open plan office with fully electric stand-up desks, an onsite café, parental room, end-of-journey facilities and the latest equipment.
- Benefits for applicable staff including access to Sonder (Wellbeing & Safety Partner) for employees and family members, education assistance, Service Awards, income protection, private health insurance, personal computer loans, option to purchase additional leave, additional superannuation and generous paid parental leave provisions.
- A strong commitment to safety and your health and wellbeing.
- Free onsite parking at our Wacol Head Office with electric vehicle charging stations.
Ready for the next move?
Are you excited to bring your skills and disruptive ideas to the table? We can’t wait to hear from you. Apply today!
The successful candidate will be required to undergo appropriate background and reference checks.
Volvo Group Australia are proud of our inclusive work environment which promotes a supportive energy and encourages individual growth to create strong teams. We are committed to building a workforce which reflects the exceptionally diverse customers we serve and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to your recruitment process.
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Who we are and what we believe in
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.
At Volvo Trucks you will be part of leading the way towards a sustainable transport industry. For nearly a century we have been innovating for people – to make life easier, better and safer. Driving progress is our promise to customers, to the industry and to society. At Volvo Trucks we share a curiosity to learn, we work with passion and we embrace change to stay ahead. Join us, together we move the world we want to live in.