Magna
automotive
GlobalBusinessDirector
“Global Business Director at Magna. Skills: Global Customer Growth & Profitability Strategies, Commercial Management, Business Plan / Target Pursuit Management, Leadership Development and Organizational Structure. Develop Global Customer Growth & Profitability Strategies. Commercial Management”
What You'll Achieve.
grow profitable business with our OEM customer(s); increase market share and profitability; achieve all sales growth and profitability objectives
Industry & Context.
analytical skills
25-40% travel required to Magna offices/factories and customer locations located regionally and internationally, Ability to lift up to 35lbs
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Automotive sales experience with Japanese OEMs, minimum 5-7 years of domestic and international sales experience with proven track record in developing regional / global sales strategies and building a world-class sales organization, Minimum of 3-5 years’ management experience leading and developing a team, Demonstrated success in satisfying OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers in a complex, competitive automotive market, Broad functional experience in areas of strategic planning and marketing, business and market development, market research and sales planning and promotions, verbal and written communication skills are required, emphasizing interpersonal, group presentation, and team facilitation skills across cultures, analytical skills and computer skills are required for budget, business plan forecasting, and business case analyses
Nice to Have
Master’s Degree preferred, Professional international experience is Japanese language skills are an asset
What You'll Do.
Develop Global Customer Growth & Profitability Strategies
Commercial Management
Business Plan / Target Pursuit Management
Leadership Development and Organizational Structure
Quality and Voice of the Customer
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with global members of Sales & Marketing, Business Development, Senior Management, Operations and other cross functions; Ensure effective communication across all regions to align regional objectives to those of the corporation and our customers; Provide support for all program launches through the end of our contractual service obligations
Communication Scope
verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal skills; group presentation skills; team facilitation skills across cultures
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