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- The Go-To-Market (GTM) Specialist will support the development and execution of go-to-market strategies for new vehicle launches and existing model lifecycle activities.
- The role will provide market analysis, competitive intelligence and product insights to support decisions relating to product positioning, pricing, volume planning and launch strategy. It will also coordinate cross-functional launch activities to ensure key GTM deliverables are completed accurately and on time.
- Working closely with Product & Planning, Sales, Marketing, Fleet, Finance and Aftersales teams, as well as regional markets and global product teams, the GTM Specialist will help translate product strategy into effective market execution.
- The role requires a strong interest in the automotive industry, good analytical capability and the ability to coordinate effectively across multiple functions and international stakeholders. Responsibilities GTM Planning & Vehicle Lifecycle Support
- Support the development and implementation of GTM plans for new vehicle launches, derivatives, model updates and lifecycle activities.
- Coordinate GTM activities from pre-launch preparation through market launch and post-launch review.
- Support the development of product positioning, target customer, pricing, volume and launch recommendations.
- Maintain GTM plans, timelines, milestones and key deliverables. -Monitor vehicle lifecycle performance and identify issues requiring further analysis or action.
- Support Model Year (MY), model enhancement and discontinuation planning. Market & Competitor Analysis
- Conduct market research and competitor analysis to support product and GTM decision-making.
- Monitor competitor models, specifications, pricing, technology, incentives and market activity.
- Analyse market size, segment trends, customer requirements and competitive positioning.
- Support the development of product USPs and competitive propositions.
- Maintain competitor databases, market intelligence reports and relevant dashboards.
- Identify significant market developments and communicate findings to relevant stakeholders. Product Positioning & Commercial Support
- Support analysis of product positioning, specification, pricing and volume strategy.
- Compare proposed products against key competitors and identify competitive strengths and weaknesses.
- Analyse the potential impact of pricing, specification and market changes on product competitiveness.
- Prepare data and recommendations to support volume-price discussions.
- Monitor product performance against agreed commercial objectives.
- Support scenario analysis for product, pricing and volume decisions. New Product Launch & Readiness
- Coordinate cross-functional preparation for new vehicle launches.
- Maintain launch readiness trackers and ensure actions are followed up with relevant departments.
- Support the preparation and maintenance of GTM toolkits and launch materials.
- Work with Product, Sales, Marketing, Fleet and Aftersales teams to ensure launch requirements are aligned.
- Identify potential launch risks, dependencies and outstanding actions.
- Support launch readiness meetings and prepare relevant reports and presentations. Voice of Customer & Product Feedback
- Collect and consolidate Voice of Customer (VOC) feedback from customers, dealers, media and internal teams.
- Analyse post-launch feedback and identify recurring product or market themes.
- Support the development of product improvement recommendations.
- Provide structured market feedback to product and engineering teams. -Support MY/MCE product enhancement activities based on market and customer insights. Performance & Competitive Monitoring
- Monitor vehicle sales, pricing and market performance following launch.
- Track competitor activity and changes in market positioning.
- Maintain regular competitive intelligence and performance reporting.
- Identify significant deviations from GTM assumptions and support further investigation.
- Provide data-driven recommendations to improve product competitiveness and commercial performance. Cross-Functional & International Coordination
- Support coordination between local market teams and global/central product functions.
- Collect and consolidate market requirements and communicate them clearly to relevant stakeholders.
- Coordinate information and actions across Product, Sales, Marketing and other business functions.
- Support communication between UK/European teams and global headquarters.
- Follow up agreed actions and ensure key GTM milestones are delivered.
- Support the sharing of market insights and GTM best practices across markets. GTM Process & Reporting
- Prepare regular GTM reports, presentations and management updates.
- Maintain GTM templates, trackers, databases and other working tools.
- Support post-launch reviews and capture lessons learned.
- Contribute to the development of GTM processes, playbooks and best-practice materials.
- Ensure key GTM information and decisions are appropriately documented. Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or above, preferably in Engineering, Automotive, Business, Economics, Marketing or a related discipline.
- 2–5 years' relevant experience within the automotive industry or a related commercial environment. - Experience in product planning, product marketing, GTM, market intelligence, pricing, commercial planning or vehicle launch is highly desirable.
- Good understanding of the automotive market and vehicle lifecycle.
- Ability to analyse competitor products, specifications, pricing and market data.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into clear insights and recommendations.
- Good commercial awareness and understanding of the relationship between product, price, volume and market positioning.
- Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills; experience with automotive market intelligence or data platforms is desirable.
- Good project coordination and organisational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple activities and deadlines.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work effectively across functions and within an international organisation.
- Excellent written and verbal English.
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