Employee Development new - Career - Swiss Automotive Group AG

We believe in constantly growing the knowledge and skills of the entire organisation.

Continuous development is a core part of our culture.

We believe in constantly growing the knowledge and skills of our employees, teams, and the entire organization. In a world that is evolving ever faster, especially in the field of technology, staying curious and up to date is essential.

That’s why learning is not only encouraged but actively supported and expected. We offer both tailored development opportunities and structured, centrally managed programs. The training initiatives are complemented by a guaranteed annual training budget. This budget can be used for external courses, certifications, conferences, or leadership development programs, enabling our employees to grow in their roles and beyond.

Group Talent Program.

The Swiss Automotive Group Talent Program is an international, one‑year development journey for high‑potential talents who want to grow, take responsibility and prepare for future challenges within an international organisation.

The program combines targeted personal and leadership development with real insight into the Group and its business. Talents strengthen their leadership, management and interpersonal skills, gain greater self‑awareness and receive regular feedback to support conscious career decisions.

Through direct exchange with senior leaders, mentoring and participation in key Group events, the program offers visibility, orientation and a strong cross‑border network. The Group Talent Program is designed for ambitious talents who want to develop their potential and actively shape their path within Swiss Automotive Group.

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Participating in the Talent Program was an important milestone in my professional development. It helped me better understand my potential, identify future career opportunities, and develop the skills needed to take on greater responsibilities within the organization.

Danilo,

Category Manager & Deputy Head of Category Passenger Cars

Program Highlights

Development Center

Talents get an in‑depth assessment of their strengths and development areas and start the program with clear, individual feedback.

Four Onsite Training Modules

Intensive, hands‑on modules strengthen leadership, management and interpersonal skills through focused learning and reflection.

Fireside Events

Talents connect directly with local management teams, gain practical business insights and experience different Swiss Automotive Group companies and cultures.

C‑Level Mentoring

Personal mentoring by senior leaders supports development through guidance, sparring and long‑term perspective.

360° Feedback

With structured feedback from their professional environment, talents sharpen self-awareness and accelerate their development.

Career Planning & Follow‑Up

Talents define a clear career direction and continue their development through structured follow‑up after the program.

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I now have a clear roadmap in my mind which next steps I want to reach in my working life and especially knowing why that fits to me. Which is in the end the formula to do a great job and being happy!

Name,

Position

Category Management
Academy.

With a portfolio of more than one million spare parts, Category Management plays a central role at Swiss Automotive Group. The SAG Category Management Academy supports colleagues in this field by strengthening business judgement, portfolio thinking and pricing expertise.

The Academy brings together Category Managers and related roles from across the Group in focused, live online learning formats. Knowledge is shared by experienced SAG leaders and complemented with external perspectives, creating practical learning with immediate relevance for everyday decisions.

Through cross‑company exchange and expert collaboration, the Academy fosters a strong professional community and supports continuous development within one of the Group’s most impactful functions.

Project Management
Development.

At Swiss Automotive Group, we operate numerous projects involving various functions, entities and countries. At this scale, the foundation of efficiency and effective collaboration lies in aligned decision‑making and strong execution.

To support this, Swiss Automotive Group has established a central Project Management Office and a shared project management approach. Targeted training helps colleagues apply this methodology confidently, supporting structured delivery and successful collaboration in an international environment.