At Volvo Group Australia (VGA) we aim to lead in the automotive world by creating innovative transport solutions built around making our customers' lives less complicated. We are looking for curious, creative people who want to change the world through innovative thinking and contribute to our transformation journey.Reporting to the Vice President of Volvo Sales and Marketing, the Director Volvo Brand, Marketing & Events will drive the strategy, development, and execution of Volvo brand marketing initiatives. This role is pivotal in ensuring that Volvo brand marketing activities align with the global brand strategy while maintaining local relevance, driving customer engagement, and enhancing brand reputation across Australia and New Zealand. The Director works closely with internal teams and external partners, overseeing advertising, media, digital, and event campaigns, and is responsible for the Volvo brand positioning, including Events and Digital Brand strategies for the Volvo, Mack and UD brands. This role has three direct reports.Key responsibilities include: Lead the development and execution of marketing strategies to strengthen the Volvo brand, drive sales growth, and enhance market penetration.Define and articulate the long-term vision for the Volvo brand, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives, product launches, and brand positioning.Provide strategic direction for consistent, impactful marketing across channels, including digital, print, social media, and events including leading the Volvo's premier event at Brisbane Truck Show.Collaborate with internal stakeholders and global teams to ensure alignment between marketing efforts, business needs, and brand integrity, adapting global assets for local markets.Manage the marketing budget, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of initiatives.Oversee the execution of high-impact events for customers, employees, and partners, ensuring alignment with brand objectives.Lead and mentor a marketing team, fostering innovation, continuous improvement, and high performance.Monitor competitor activity, emerging trends, and industry best practices to inform and refine marketing strategies.Ensure all communications align with global brand guidelines, enhancing customer loyalty and optimizing VGA's market profile.Measure campaign performance, leveraging insights to continuously improve strategies and drive measurable results.ABOUT YOU: The ideal candidate will possess:Proven experience in developing and executing comprehensive marketing plans that drive brand growth, sales, and market penetration across multiple channels, including digital, print, social media, and events.Strong ability to work closely with internal and global stakeholders, aligning marketing initiatives with business objectives while maintaining brand integrity and consistency across markets.Demonstrated success in managing marketing budgets, delivering projects on time and within budget, and overseeing high-impact events that align with brand and business goals.Excellent leadership and mentoring skills, with a proven track record of fostering a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and high performance within marketing teams.Advanced capability to monitor competitor activity, leverage emerging marketing trends, and utilize data-driven insights to refine strategies and achieve measurable results.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.Negotiated salary based on candidate suitability and expertise plus a short-term incentive plan and vehicle or vehicle allowance.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.Opportunity to leverage a globally aligned and locally authentic icon. Work with international specialists to deliver locally tailored projects and initiatives.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.A commitment to equal opportunity and equal outcome.Free onsite parking at our Wacol Head Office with electric vehicle charging stations.HOW TO APPLY: Please submit your CV with a Cover Letter referencing the About You section of this advertisement (maximum 2 pages).Please contact Nathan Anderson, Senior Business Partner, Talent Acquisition if you wish to obtain a copy of the position description or for a confidential discussion on 0497 571 191 or ******.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. #J-18808-Ljbffr