Dealer Development Assistant Manager

Doğuş Otomotiv is Turkey's leading automotive importer and one of the largest automotive distributors.

Creating its business plans with the vision of "creative service beyond expectations", Doğuş Otomotiv builds its corporate strategy on the goal of "working with a focus on customer satisfaction".

Doğuş Otomotiv is the company with the widest brand and service network in Turkey in its sector.

Doğuş Otomotiv, the representative of 18 international brands and 19 affiliated product groups, offers to its individual and corporate customers a wide product portfolia in the field of passengers cars, light commercial vehicles, heavy vehicles, industrial and marine engines and cooling systems with Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Audi, SEAT, CUPRA, Škoda, Bentley, Lamborghini, Porsche, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Scania, Meiller, Thermo King, Wielton, Novamarine, Aerofoils brands.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or industrial engineering, with a Master’s degree (M.Sc. / MBA) strongly preferred
• Minimum of 3–5 years of proven experience in channel management, retail network development, or automotive industry projects
• Exceptional ability to translate complex data into actionable strategies, paired with end-to-end project management capabilities
• Demonstrated flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced environment with evolving business priorities and dynamic market conditions
• Outstanding stakeholder management skills with a proven track record of aligning cross-functional teams and external business partners
• Superior verbal and written communication, persuasion, and negotiation abilities
• Natural curiosity and openness toward emerging technologies, with the capability to leverage AI-powered tools to streamline business processes and enhance data-driven decision-making
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken
• No travel restrictions and valid Class B driver's license

• Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive network strategies. Conduct data-driven network analyses to optimize geographical coverage, market representation, and overall dealer performance.
• Lead dealership facility projects—covering showroom and service investments, brand concept implementations, and large-scale network transformation initiatives.
• Act as the primary liaison between Volkswagen Group brands and internal/external stakeholders regarding importer agreements, dealer/service contracts, and network governance.
• Oversee dealer appointments, relocations, ownership transitions, and succession processes grounded in rigorous business analysis.
• Drive strategic projects designed to elevate dealer network performance, maximize customer experience, and ensure long-term business sustainability.
• Ensure all dealer network operations strictly adhere to OEM standards, corporate governance principles, and contractual obligations.
• Prepare high-impact management reports, executive presentations, and robust business cases to guide strategic leadership decisions.

We support your journey of continuous learning and growth through various development programs, including the GO Gelişim Okulu, a personal learning platform, language support, and assistance for pursuing a master’s degree.

You can freely share your ideas on the Fikir Platformu, take action by participating in Doğuş Otomotiv Project Teams, or even seize the opportunity to start your own business through Invendo.

You’ll have access to exclusive benefits for you and your family, including fitness support, social clubs, volunteer programs, psychological counseling, dietitian services, daycare support, partnerships with private educational institutions, and the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of Doğuş Otomotiv and Doğuş Holding brands.