* Australia's #1 Truck Brand for 37 years | Industry leading global business | Genuine career opportunities
* Hybrid work model (3 days in office) | Extra leave benefits | Free onsite parking
* Competitive salary package including additional super | Subsidised company vehicle
About Us
For 37 consecutive years, we've been Australia's leading truck brand, built on a foundation of reliability, innovation, and a workplace culture that consistently ranks among the best for employee engagement. Our leadership in the market is backed by decades of experience, a strong national network, and exceptional service support.
Our product range spans light to heavy duty trucks, featuring advanced engine technology and comprehensive safety systems. We proudly market, distribute, and support Isuzu Trucks and Isuzu Power Solutions across Australia.
About the Role
Isuzu Australia Limited is seeking a strategic and commercially driven Strategic Projects Manager to lead the identification, development, and delivery of innovative business opportunities that support Isuzu Australia's long‐term growth.
Reporting to the Head of Strategy & New Business Solutions, this is a pivotal leadership role responsible for driving portfolio diversification, identifying new revenue streams, and leading strategic initiatives that enhance customer value and strengthen our market position. You will work across a broad range of functions, including IT, Product, Marketing, Sales, Aftersales, and Operations to develop and implement new business opportunities, customer solutions and commercial models. This role will also play an important part in building a culture of innovation, experimentation, and disciplined execution with the New Business Solutions function.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Delivery & Innovation
* Lead the delivery of strategic initiatives from concept and business case through to implementation.
* Identify and assess new revenue streams, growth opportunities, and portfolio diversification initiatives.
* Develop innovative business models, products, and services aligned to future market and customer needs.
* Support the integration of new business initiatives into business and operational plans across the organisation.
Technology & Market Insight & Future Opportunities
* Provide thought leadership on emerging technologies, industry developments, and evolving business models.
* Conduct market scanning, competitive analysis, and trend evaluation to inform strategic direction.
* Engage with industry bodies, external partners, and key stakeholders to identify opportunities and strengthen market insight.
Business Case Development & Commercial Analysis
* Prepare robust business cases, financial models, and commercial recommendations to support executive decision-making.
* Assess the viability, return on investment, and strategic fit of new business opportunities.
* Support budget planning and monitor the performance of new business initiatives.
Customer Solutions & Product Development
* Champion customer‐focused innovation and support the development of solutions that enhance the customer experience.
* Apply customer, market, and business insights to shape product and service opportunities.
* Work collaboratively with relevant internal teams to ensure solutions are practical, scalable, and aligned to business needs.
Process Improvement & Capability Building
* Develop and embed structured processes, frameworks, and ways of working to support new business initiatives.
* Lead ideation, prototyping, and innovation activity using agile and customer‐centric approaches.
* Foster a disciplined yet entrepreneurial approach to opportunity development and implementation.
Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
* Lead, mentor, and develop the New Business Solutions team.
* Build strong internal relationships across the business and maintain effective external partnerships.
* Represent IAL at industry events and maintain engagement with Isuzu Motors Limited (IML).
About You
You are a strategic thinker with a passion for innovation and technology, combined with strong commercial acumen and leadership capability. You have an entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities and a passion for emerging technologies. You have a highly developed analytical and critical thinking capability but also the ability to build relationships and drive stakeholder alignment.
To be successful in the role, ideally you will have the following skills and experience:
* Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Computer Science or related field. Postgraduate qualification (MBA or similar) highly regarded.
* Background in automotive, transport, or advanced technologies (such as telematics or EV).
* Strong experience in business development, ideally bringing technology solutions to market with a strong background in product management and customer centric development.
* Understanding of digital ecosystems, platform architectures, and UX best practices.
* Experience in data analysis, financial modelling, and business case development.
* Exposure to innovation methodologies (such as design thinking, agile).
Why join Isuzu?
At Isuzu Australia, we don't just lead the market, we lead with people. Joining Isuzu means becoming part of a globally recognised brand that is also Australia's market leader. This is your opportunity to contribute to something bigger.
Market Leading Remuneration
Enjoy a competitive salary and generous financial benefits designed to recognise your contribution.
Wellbeing and Flexibility
Benefit from a hybrid work model, additional leave days, volunteer opportunities, and health and wellbeing initiatives that genuinely support work‐life balance.
Career Growth and Development
We invest in our people through structured learning programs, mentorship from experienced leaders, and a strong focus on internal promotion, giving you a clear pathway to progress.
Perks and Positive Culture
From a vibrant social club and monthly events to quarterly awards and interactive national meetings, we celebrate wins and celebrate each other. Our culture is not just words, it is why our people choose to stay.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and value the unique perspectives each person brings. If you require any adjustments in the recruitment process such as alternative interview formats, assistive technology, or additional time, please let us know when you apply so we can support you.
Join us at Isuzu Australia and help keep Australia moving. Drive your career forward with Australia's #1 Truck Brand.
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