Planning Manager Volkswagen Passenger Cars

Dublin - Ireland

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

There has never been a more exciting time to join the world of mobility! The automotive industry will change fundamentally by 2030: electric drive and fully-networked transportation with autonomous drive will determine how we move around in future. With the Group strategy NEW AUTO Mobility for Generations to Come the Volkswagen Group is a significant driver of this transformation.
Volkswagen Group Ireland (VGIE) is wholly owned by Volkswagen AG the largest automotive company in the world with many of the most iconic automotive Ireland we are the national sales company of six brands - Volkswagen Audi Skoda SEAT CUPRA and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. Our combined share of the Irish automotive market is 25%.

Planning Manager Volkswagen Passenger Cars

Volkswagen Passenger Cars (VWPC) continues to define the Irish automotive landscape with our growing ID. BEV offering. 2026 brings milestone launches such as the allnew TRoc and ID. Polo later this year making it an exciting moment in our brands support our ambitious growth plans were looking for an analytical commercially-minded Planning Manager to join our Product & Planning team. Reporting to the Head of Product & Planning this is a pivotal role responsible for driving the brands overall sales volume and mix strategy in close partnership with our Retailer Network and Volkswagen headquarters in Germany.

What Youll Do

As Planning Manager you will own and shape the brands endtoend planning process ensuring Volkswagen Ireland is positioned for sustainable success in a fastchanging market.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the short- medium- and longterm sales volume planning and forecasting process to support brand strategy
Partner with the Supply Manager to maximise sales opportunities while proactively mitigating stocking risks supported by detailed analysis and timely insights
Collaborate with Product Planning and Sales teams to ensure product proposals and business cases are underpinned by robust datadriven volume rationale
Prepare and present performance reviews and insights to Leadership Teams across VWPC VGIE and HQ contributing to strong commercial and strategic decisionmaking

What Youll Bring

Were seeking someone who combines analytical strength with commercial intuition someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys influencing highimpact decisions

Skills & Competencies

Collaborative leadership: A teamoriented mindset with the confidence to take ownership and lead by example
Analytical excellence: Exceptional attention to detail and comfort working with complex data accuracy is second nature
Sound judgement: Strong decisionmaking skills with the ability to react quickly and effectively when plans change or new challenges emerge
Persuasive communication: Skilled at translating analysis into clear actionable insights for senior stakeholders
Automotive expertise: Strong commercial awareness and indepth knowledge of the Irish automotive industry. Previous experience in Planning Sales or Product roles is essential

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Required Experience:

Manager