Automotive Product Manager

OMODA JAECOO UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 280,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

OMODA JAECOO UAE seeks a Product Manager to lead luxury vehicle products and AI-enabled customer experiences from concept to lifecycle management. You will bridge design, engineering, AI teams, manufacturing, sales, and marketing with executive leadership.

The role emphasizes defining strategy, roadmap, prioritization, and delivering premium mobility solutions that align with brand vision and commercial goals in the UAE.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of product experience in UAE automotive industry including strategy, development and launches.
• Experience in Chinese automotive UAE market is a plus.
• Strong understanding of AI technologies, connected services and digital ecosystems.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute product strategy, roadmap and prioritization aligned with brand vision.
• Lead end-to-end vehicle product development from concept to launch and lifecycle.
• Drive AI-enabled customer experiences, connected vehicle features and smart mobility solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, manufacturing, sales, marketing and leadership.
• Gather customer insights and market trends to identify product opportunities.

Skills

Product strategy

Product development

Launch management

AI technologies

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Job description

OMODA & JAECOO are new automotive brands under CHERY INTERNATIONAL, a Fortune Global 500 company.

OMODA

O indicates a positive, energetic tone - Oxygen, the essential ingredient of life. MODA comes from "Modern" - a modern and fashionable lifestyle with emphasis on high appearance level and high-tech products. It is a brilliant art in motion, CROSS-style SUV, Future & Fashionable based on the needs of global users. OMODA represents advanced design, futuristic technology and brand new crossover ecosystem.

JAECOO

As a brand-new off-road brand, the name JAECOO is inspired by a fusion of the German word "Jäger" and the English word "Cool." This melding captures both off-road and urbanism while exuding a refined style and quality that imparts a mission of brave exploration and unwavering perseverance. The brand philosophy is "From Classic, Beyond Classic." JAECOO is dedicated to innovation and breakthroughs, leading the new urban off-road trend with exceptional four-wheel-drive performance, remarkable safety features, and forward-thinking intelligent technologies.

Job title: Product Manager

Work Location: OEM Office, UAE.

Role Summary:

Lead the development and lifecycle management of luxury vehicle products and AI-enabled customer experiences, ensuring alignment with brand vision, customer expectations, technology innovation and commercial objectives. The Product Manager will act as the bridge between design, engineering, AI teams, manufacturing, sales, marketing, and executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and execute product strategy, roadmap and feature prioritization aligned with business objectives and brand vision.
• Lead end-to-end vehicle product development from concept, validation and launch through lifecycle management.
• Drive AI-enabled customer experiences, connected vehicle features, autonomous capabilities, and smart mobility solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, manufacturing, sales, marketing, and aftersales teams to deliver best standards.
• Gather and translate customer insights, market trends, and competitive intelligence into product opportunities and innovation initiatives.
• Define product requirements, specifications, user journeys, and customer experience standards.
• Ensure products deliver exceptional luxury customer experiences while meeting quality, safety, regulatory, and performance standards.
• Develop business cases, pricing strategies, and profitability models for new products and services.
• Manage product launches, performance tracking, customer feedback, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Establish KPIs and monitor product success through revenue growth, customer satisfaction, adoption rates, and market performance.
• Identify and evaluate emerging technologies, AI advancements, and mobility trends to maintain competitive advantage.
• Present product strategy, progress and recommendations to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver product training programs for sales, customer experience, and aftersales teams, ensuring deep understanding of vehicle features, AI technologies, and product value propositions.
• Act as the product subject matter expert, supporting internal teams with product knowledge, launch readiness and customer-facing materials.
• Champion a customer-centric and innovation-driven culture across the organization.

Requirements/Skills/Qualification:

• 3+ years of product experience in UAE automotive industry covering product strategy, product development, product launches, etc. Experience in Chinese automotive UAE market will be advantageous.
• Strong understanding of automotive products, AI technologies, connected services, and digital ecosystems.
• Proven track record of leading automotive products from concept to market.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Proficient in advanced presentation skills, reporting, etc.
• Passion for innovation, luxury brands, and customer-centric product development.