Product Manager

About the Role

BYD Europe is seeking a Product Manager to support product localization activities for passenger car launches in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). This full-time position is based in Riyadh. The Product Manager will coordinate product requirements and manage critical processes throughout the full product lifecycle, ensuring timely vehicle launches across a selected portfolio.

Role Context

The Product Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D teams in KSA and China, to gather and translate market insights and regulatory requirements into actionable product specifications. This role requires a structured approach to problem-solving and a focus on automotive product excellence within a dynamic environment, emphasizing strong ownership and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned passenger car portfolio, including competitor benchmarking, pricing strategy, product positioning, and value proposition, supporting localization requirements.
• Coordinate and support vehicle launches, aligning with business objectives and go-to-market strategy.
• Communicate product features, updates, and changes to internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams and R&D across KSA and China to deliver product enhancements based on customer feedback and compliance.
• Develop and maintain core product documentation, including Market Product Specification (MPC) sheets.
• Maintain consistent communication with third-party automotive partners and suppliers.
• Work with the Customer Experience team to identify opportunities for improving the customer journey and addressing product-related inquiries.
• Identify and drive continuous product improvements based on customer feedback, market insights, and performance data.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the line manager, in alignment with business needs.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Proven experience within the automotive industry, ideally in a product management or product planning role at OEM HQ, National Sales Company, or Distributor level. Exposure to electric vehicles is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership in a fast-growing, dynamic environment.
• Analytical and data-driven mindset, with a structured and fact-based approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with NEV technical and product elements, such as ADAS, emissions standards, or functional safety regulations.
• Valid driver's license for passenger car.

Work Environment

This role operates in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, requiring close collaboration with cross-functional teams and R&D departments across KSA and China.

Application Information

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Salary information is not disclosed.