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This position serves as a strategic execution partner for the North America CTO and Executive Vice President, BGL Green. The role is responsible for driving prioritization, coordination, follow-through, and issue resolution across cross-functional initiatives supporting CTO and Green BU objectives. This role operates as a trusted partner to the EVP to ensure key priorities progress efficiently and that critical action items do not stall due to unclear ownership, competing priorities, or lack of follow-up. The role also supports CTO-related initiatives by providing structured input on technology trends, strategic considerations, and early-stage opportunity framing.

The incumbent will influence senior stakeholders at Director and VP levels through structured coordination, disciplined PDCA execution, and executive-ready communication-without formal authority or direct people leadership.

1. Priority Management & Executive Follow-Up

• Maintain visibility of EVP priority workstreams and ensure timely progress through structured follow-up and action tracking.
• Identify risks, delays, bottlenecks, or gaps in ownership; escalate items requiring EVP attention with clear summary and recommended next steps.
• Proactively "pull forward" work by initiating early alignment and groundwork so EVP engagement occurs at the appropriate point in maturity.
• Act as an execution partner ensuring follow through on important issues. 

2. Cross-Functional Coordination & Alignment

• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives involving engineering, BU teams, plants, and internal partners including DNJP.
• Facilitate alignment discussions, prepare agendas, document outcomes, and drive action closure.
• Align EVP schedule coordination with administrative support to ensure meetings are purposeful, organized, and outcome-driven.
• Support re-prioritization and pivoting of work based on changing business needs.

3. PDCA Execution & Continuous Improvement

• Apply PDCA discipline to ensure consistent follow-through, measurable progress, and standardized execution processes.
• Establish cadence routines (weekly/monthly) to ensure priorities, commitments, and action items remain on-track.
• Track progress against key milestones and provide structured status visibility to leadership.

4. Monthly Reporting / Executive Reporting Package

• Consolidate inputs, financials, and operating updates across Green BU and related functions.
• Develop monthly reporting packages and summaries for EVP review, including key metrics, risks, and priority outcomes.
• Analyze and synthesize data trends into executive-level insights and action recommendations.

5. Market / Technology Trend Research & Opportunity Framing

• Research external market trends and emerging technologies relevant to CTO, Green BU, and PoM/technology strategy areas.
• Identify potential risks, gaps, and blind spots, and translate findings into actionable insights and considerations for leadership.
• Summarize findings into executive-ready insights and option framing (what it is, why it matters, and potential next steps).
• Partner with CTO and cross-functional leaders to support development of forward-looking recommendations and strategic direction.
• Support early exploration efforts by coordinating internal SMEs and gathering foundational inputs.

6. Stakeholder Communication & Influence

• Influence cross-functional leaders through strong communication, relationship management, and structured facilitation.
• Represent EVP intent by initiating alignment and driving execution across stakeholder groups (while EVP maintains final authority).
• Develop concise executive communications, summaries, and decision-ready materials.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, technology, or related field 
• 7-10+ years of experience in program management, business operations, strategy, or executive support roles 
• Proven experience managing complex, cross-functional initiatives across multiple stakeholders 
• Demonstrated ability to drive execution, track priorities, and resolve issues with limited direction 
• Strong executive communication skills, including development of concise, decision-ready materials 
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders (Director/VP level) without formal authority 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to synthesize data into actionable insights 
• Experience establishing cadence, tracking milestones, and ensuring accountability (e.g., PDCA or similar disciplines) 
• High level of organizational skills with ability to manage competing priorities and shifting demands

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree (MBA or related field) 
• Experience supporting C-suite executives (CTO, EVP, or equivalent) in a strategic or chief-of-staff-type capacity 
• Background in automotive, manufacturing, or technology-driven organizations 
• Familiarity with product/technology strategy, emerging technology trends, or innovation initiatives 
• Experience developing executive-level reporting packages, dashboards, or business reviews 
• Exposure to financial analysis, budgeting, or business performance reporting 
• Experience working in global or matrixed organizations (e.g., coordination with Japan or international teams) 
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate senior-level discussions and drive alignment across functions 
• Strong business acumen with ability to connect operational execution to strategic priorities

Benefits Summary:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans 
• 401K with 4% Company Match
• Vacation/PTO and 13 paid Holidays 
• Bonus Program 
• FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs
• Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance
• Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs
• Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc.
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• Career Development and Ongoing Training 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program 
• Volunteer Opportunities 
• Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)
• Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location) 
• Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)

Candidates residing 50+ miles from the work location are eligible for relocation assistance. 

Annual Salary: $123,000 - $153,600