HEAD OF BRAND SPACE SHANGHAI

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Volvo Cars is one of the most well-known and respected premium car brands worldwide with nearly 100 years of history.
To meet the needs of our customers and fans, we aim to bring the brand to life with innovative and immersive experiences showcasing our heritage, values and commitment.
Our brand spaces worldwide are built for this purpose, and we are now seeking a passionate and experienced talent to lead the development and future operations of our brand space in Shanghai, where the regional headquarters of Volvo Cars is located.
This critical role is responsible for overseeing the entire process, from concept development to facility delivery, as well as the daily operation thereafter.
As head of Volvo Cars’ brand space in Shanghai you will ensure that the facility is designed to deliver the right brand messages, equipped with diverse functions, and built according to specifications and expectations.
This role involves delivering a high-quality facility on time and on budget and leading the operation team to run the facility with high standards to provide an immersive and engaging experience for all visitors.
The role is based in Shanghai and reports to the head of Stakeholder Communications, Volvo Car APAC.
What you will do? Project planning and development -    Collaborate with internal functions and external partners to develop and refine the concept of the brand space.
-    Ensure the design and functionality of the brand space align with Volvo Cars’ brand messages, values and company purpose.
-    Oversee the project development to ensure it follows the design and timelines within the approved budget; in cases of deviation, ensure the right mitigation plan is adopted to minimise impact on the expected delivery.
Operations -    Develop the right strategy to maximise the exposure and effectiveness of the facility.
-    Work out and implement the operational and promotional plans to grow footfall and online influence.
-    Lead daily operations to provide an immersive and engaging experience for visitors.
-    Recruit and train staff to operate with high standards.
-    Conduct regular reviews and reporting to improve performance.
What you will bring? -    Bachelor’s degree in marketing, administration, hospitality, or relevant areas.
-    Proven experience in managing complex projects or facilities with excellent skills in managing projects under pressure.
-    Strong understanding of premium brand management and the customer experience journey.
-    Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
-    Willingness to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
If you are passionate about creating immersive brand experiences and have the expertise to lead a state-of-the-art facility, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Volvo Cars.
Join us in bringing our brand to life and delivering unparalleled experiences to our customers and fans in Shanghai.
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Today, we are one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with around employees across the globe.
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