The Automotive Director will lead and support cross-business initiatives, provide strategic advice based on industry trends and insight to executive management, assist in business planning, and develop strategic partnerships to support the initiatives of the Strategy & Synergy Office and the President of SSIC.
What will you be doing?
Monitor the market dynamics and track all developments by key players and competitors
Conduct market analysis to develop strategies and tactics to achieve and sustain market leadership
Provide in-depth strategic insights and thought leadership on automotive and transportation industries to top management
Develop and nurture executive relationships with key industry partners as part of the overall strategy
Bachelor’s Degree (MBA Preferred)
10+ years of automotive industry experience (strategy, management consulting, research analyst, or banking)
Strong business acumen and understanding of key industry drivers and needs, particularly for OEMs
Extensive experience creating in-depth analysis to support strategic corporate initiatives
Background in managing relationships with executive leadership and partnerships at OEMs
Stellar communication and presentation skills
Sufficient technical knowledge to understand Automotive industry needs and product solutions
Experience translating technical content for a wider audience
Key Qualities to Succeed:
Critical-thinking, determination, and flexibility
Comfortable interacting with and influencing senior executives
Proven track record in delivering large scale programs to market
Capacity to succeed in a very fast-paced and dynamic environment
Team player with “roll up the sleeves” attitude and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
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