rpc UK & IRE Consultant - Automotive / Corporate (m/f/d) based in Farnborough (UK)

rpc – The Retail Performance Company is the consulting company for the entire path to a customer-oriented transformation: from strategy, customer experience design and data analytics to people empowerment and performance management. We have made it our mission to support our clients with holistic solutions from strategy to implementation from a single source. Our focus is on creating inspiring customer experiences for a sustainable and value-adding relationship between brands and end customers.

Your Tasks

We are seeking a proficient and dynamic Automotive Consultant to join our team for an exciting assignment with one of our industry-leading corporate clients within the automotive sector. This role offers the opportunity to work on-site (and remotely) with a global organisation, contributing to key projects and initiatives that drive corporate business transformation. Area of responsibility would include a pragmatic retailer network subset extending from Grimsby down to Exeter, with some activities in Ireland as well. Regular travel to visit retailers is part of the position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the promotion of central accessory programs & initiatives.
• Identify novel opportunities to enhance accessory sales within the retailer network.
• Compile best practices related to key accessory topics & develop innovative sales initiatives.
• Ensure the attainment of Retailer Accessory targets.
• Enhance the skills and knowledge of retailers to optimise Accessories and Lifestyle purchases, maximising sales-out opportunities.
• First point of contact for Retailer enquiries and communications out to the network.
• Conduct retailer physical and online visits.
• Provide ongoing coaching and support for retailers.

Your Profile

• (0-5) years of experience in consulting, customer support, sales, or relevant corporate roles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proven ability to adapt quickly and work independently in dynamic environments.
• Flexibility to work a field-based role that involves 70% national travel.
• Awareness of importance of Relationship / Stakeholder Management.
• Ability to interpret and analyse data, and information from variable sources and make recommendations, identifying risks and opportunities, including Reporting dashboards, reports, etc.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proven ability in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel (formulas, pivot tables, data analysis), Outlook (email/calendar management), Word (document formatting, proofing), PowerPoint (presentations).
• Can demonstrate a high degree of being able to work on own initiative and motivation.
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to and passion for the Brand.

Education:

• Certification or proven experience working within the retailer environment.

Why Join Us?

• Our work is customer-centric, interdisciplinary, and international.
• We wholeheartedly support our clients throughout all project phases, from strategy development to execution and steering.
• rpc is represented in twelve countries worldwide.
• Collaboration between our offices makes working at rpc an especially enriching intercultural experience.
• Opportunity to work with high-quality clients on impactful projects.
• Supportive and collaborative consultancy culture.
• Access to ongoing professional development and mentoring.
• 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays).
• Pension Plan.