Manager, Emerging Business – Software Business Development
Posted 3ds ago
Employment Information
Report this job
Job expired or something wrong with this job?
Job Description
Manager leading software product strategy for Mazda to enhance customer experience and drive profitability. Responsible for market analysis, partnerships, and cross-functional collaboration.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for shaping and executing the software product strategy to advance CX goals and deliver profit.
- Analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape to identify high-impact opportunities that drive CX improvement and profit growth.
- Assess emerging technologies and technical enablers to support new software and digital initiatives.
- Develop and execute business development strategies for new software products, features, or applications that align with CX and profitability goals.
- Create and maintain strategic roadmaps and go-to-market plans that support business objectives and long-term growth.
- Provide market insights, define product requirements, and shape the software product roadmap in alignment with Mazda brand and broader MNAO product offerings.
- Evaluate build-versus-buy opportunities to optimize resource allocation and accelerate product delivery.
- Identify and develop strategic alliances, channel partnerships, and ecosystem collaborations to advance the software strategy and products.
- Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of business development initiatives.
- Deliver regular performance reports, insights, and recommendations to senior leadership to inform strategic decision-making.
- Drive staff development, performance management, and adherence to company policies.
Requirements:
- 6+ years of working experience in auto/OEM industry, software, or technology related fields is preferred including:
- New business development in automotive/OEM industry or software/technology
- Growth strategy/innovation consulting
- Market analysis/strategic planning
- Business planning and/or operations
- Vehicle connectivity/telematics development
- Computer system development
- Bachelor Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) Business Administration/Management
- Bachelor Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) Computer and Information Science
- An equivalent mix of education, training, and/or work experience may be considered in place of a degree
Benefits:
- Learn more about MNAO’s comprehensive benefits package here

















