Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsHighly visible role to global executive leadershipLeading Product Line DiversificationAbout Our ClientOur client is a leading global manufacturer and supplier for automotive, commercial vehicles, heavy duty and off highway, marine, HVAC, and industrial. This company has a strong history and track record and continues to be a market leader in the ever-changing mobility and industrial technology landscape. With a committed effort to R&D and innovation they continue to be a market leader paving the way for new technologies across market segments. This position is located in the Greater Detroit, Michigan area and must be onsite. Relocation is offered if needed.Job DescriptionMap the industry and product marketing landscape to gain insights into key decision-making processes, competition, and emerging trends.Define a compelling value proposition, addressing unmet customer needs.Collaborate with customers to develop a joint technology roadmap and strategize with the commercial and product development teamsLead activities from initial customer engagement through to bid submission and business acquisitionEnsure technical proposals align with customer programs and are consistent with the engineering guidelinesCoordinate system simulations and verify that customer performance targets are met with support from the performance and systems teams.Gather all necessary requirements and conduct a gap analysis compared to the standard product offering.Lead customer technical presentations, ensuring value proposition is clearly communicated and aligned with customer expectations.Support the annual operating plan (AOP) and strategic planning process (STRAP) by working closely with Sales Directors and other stakeholders globallyMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantBachelor's Degree required, Mechanical Engineering degree preferred but not a must haveMaster or MBA is a plusMinimum of 10 years of experience in industrial manufacturing working with highly engineered products in Commercial Leadership, Product Management and Product Line Management, or Business Unit Management.Strong technical background understanding compressor, refrigeration, and industrial HVAC technologies including the refrigeration loop highly preferredExperience in customer-facing roles working with all levels of customer contacts dealing with complex engineering issues - product system architecture and gap analysisStrong understanding of industry standards, regulations and certificationsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExperience driving a go-to-market strategy, deployment and executionStrong business acumen - voice of customer, value propositions, and customer centricity focusStrong communication skills, verbal and written with an open and direct communication styleAbility to address global stakeholders including the CEO and Board MembersAbility to manage matrix team membersWhat's on OfferBase salary $175,000 - $225,000, annual bonus and incentives, full benefits, 401K and match, vacation, holidays, relocation package if needed etc. Highly visible global role with global promotion and growth opportunities.ContactJohn WuQuote job refJN-112025-6876548Job summaryFunctionOperational & General ManagementSubsectorOperational & General Management SubsectorIndustryIndustrialLocationChicagoContract typePermanentConsultant nameJohn WuJob referenceJN-112025-6876548