E-accelerator Director
LOCATION: Suzhou / China | BRAND: KNORR-BREMSE | REQUISITION ID: 9458 | ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site
We see it as our daily mission to make a significant contribution to greater safety and efficiency on roads and railways. That goes for passenger and goods transport - all over the world.
Making mobility safe on roads and railways - that is the mission driving us each and every day at Knorr-Bremse. It has been that way for over 110 years. Today the Knorr-Bremse Group, based in Munich, is the world's leading manufacturer of braking systems and a leading supplier of safety-critical sub-systems for rail and commercial vehicles. As an innovator in our fields, we advance developments in mobility and transport technologies.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Tasks:
- Development of China´s E-Mobility strategy and product roadmap in alignment with global eCubator and China region contributing to the overall global CVS E-Mobility strategy.
- Leadership & accountability for China E-Mobility network and projects (mentorship & support).
- Leadership for building up and run an innovation Scrum team.
- Foster and implement agile working methods, particularly within an agile matrix setup.
- Responsible for value maximization of products and product developments, prioritization of portfolio backlog and internal stakeholder management.
- Driving market intelligence for China region based on an active customer interaction and collaboration to find out the customer expectations and based on evaluation of competitor landscape.
- Derivation of market requirements, market entry scenarios, USPs and identification of gaps and growth opportunities.
- Identification of E-Mobility related innovation and business potential for further growth (innovator).
- Ideation of E-Mobility solutions from vehicle system perspective (sytem thinker) .
- IP Management: Responsible for intellectual property portfolio .
Skills & Competencies
- Technical & Strategic Abilities
- Strong background in the commercial vehicle industry
- Deep understanding of commercial vehicle systems technology
- Proficient in agile development methodologies
- Background in project management and leading innovation
- Data evaluation & analysis
- Management of intellectual property
2. Organizational & Leadership Qualities
- Proficient in people management
- Strong teamwork and communication capabilities
- Assertive approach
- Team structuring and talent development
- Network coordination
- Cross-functional collaboration involving R&D, Strategy, M&A, Corporate Marketing, and IP Legislation teams
3. Business & Market Expertise
- Strategic planning abilities
- Market intelligence and analysis
4. Soft Skills
- Ability to work independently and in an organized manner • Professional conduct with both internal and external stakeholders • Proficient English communication skills
- Truck Driver License
WHAT WE OFFER
Through a blend of engineering excellence, sustainable development and social responsibility, our employees help to drive progress at more than 100 sites in 30 countries. We offer you an exciting role with plenty of variety in an international environment, as part of an attractive package that extends from flexible working hour models, via professional and personal development opportunities, all the way to sports and healthcare programs.
ARE YOU INTERESTED?
Then join us! We look forward to receiving your online application!