The manager of Brand Protection, Homologation & Standards is a pivotal role within the Al-Futtaim automotive division, focusing on ensuring that all vehicles and products comply with local and international regulations, maintaining high standards of quality and safety, and safeguarding the brand's (and company’s) integrity and reputation. 

What you will do:

Homologation Management: 

Lead the homologation process for all automotive products, ensuring compliance with KSA's regulatory requirements and international standards. This includes coordinating with local regulatory bodies (Al Futtaim Automotive & Government), managing certifications, and staying abreast of changes in legislation.

Working closely with internal and external parties to support all private projects such as (Workshops Certification, General Directorate of Traffic (Moroor) / Ministry of Transport, Contract, Ministry of Commerce (MoC) recall process, Parts registration.

Standards Oversight

Communicating With government sectors (Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO), Ministry of Commerce (MoC), General Directorate of Traffic (Moroor) / Ministry of Transport, Police, Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia (MISA), Saudi Customs, National Cyber Security Authority, Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture (MEWA), Ministry of Energy, King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST), Technical and Vocational Training Corporation (TVTC)) / Private companies to support all businesses.

Quality Standards Oversight

Secure management & manufacturers about relevant products/ regulations. Lobbying new technology /regulations in case if needed (Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO), General Directorate of Traffic (Moroor)) and support Al Futtaim Automotive management in lobbying such activities towards relevant government authority.

Stakeholder Engagement

Engage with industry stakeholders, including government authorities, regulatory agencies, and industry associations, to represent the company's interests and contribute to the development of automotive standards and policies in the KSA.

Reporting and Documentation

Maintain comprehensive records of all homologation certificates, compliance documents, and brand protection activities. Prepare reports for senior management on compliance status, market risks, and brand protection efforts.