Description
As a Global Product Strategy & Management Director for Automotive Electronics Solutions at 3M, you will lead the development and execution of the global portfolio strategy for Automotive Electronics Solutions, driving sustainable growth across Electrical & Electronics (E/E) architectures, software-defined vehicles, connectivity, electrification, thermal management, and emerging automotive technologies.
You will implement portfolio investment, innovation, and commercialization strategies that accelerate new product introductions, expand specification positions with global OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, and maximize long-term portfolio value and profitability.
Your responsibilities will also include:
- Determining strategic priorities through market intelligence, competitive analysis, customer engagement, and technology trend assessment, identifying growth opportunities and positioning the business to capitalize on evolving vehicle architectures and mobility trends.
- Supporting the development of customer-centric technology and product roadmaps by aligning OEM requirements, industry standards, emerging technology trends, and commercial objectives to create differentiated solutions and sustainable competitive advantage.
- Leading strategic partnerships and executive-level relationships with global automotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and key industry stakeholders to strengthen market presence, influence future specifications, and unlock new growth opportunities.
- Implementing cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Application Engineering, R&D, Marketing, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams to ensure successful product launches, operational readiness, and achievement of growth and profitability objectives.
- Leading and developing a global team of Global Product Managers, fostering a high-performance culture focused on strategic thinking, customer engagement, talent development, innovation, accountability, and business results.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A Bachelor's degree or higher
- Ten years of combined experience in automotive electronics, electrical architecture, vehicle systems, or adjacent automotive technologies
- Five years of experience leading global or regional teams and influencing cross-functional organizations
- Five years of experience developing and executing portfolio growth strategies, commercialization plans, and new product introductions
Preferred qualifications include:
- An advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) with strong business, strategic, and financial acumen
- Experience managing complex, global business portfolios and making investment, lifecycle, and resource allocation decisions
- Executive-level engagement with automotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and industry partners
- Proven ability to develop and execute long-term portfolio strategies, anticipate industry shifts, and translate market trends into profitable growth opportunities
The expected compensation range for this position is $250,253 - $305,864, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.