Chief Product Officer

AW Connect; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

AW Connect is seeking an experienced Chief Product Officer (CPO) specializing in automotive products. The CPO will manage the product cycle, liaise with OEM clients, and ensure that products meet specifications. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in Engineering, 10-15 years of experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years in multinational OEMs or Tier 1 companies.
• Experience with automotive product development.
• Basic understanding of Electronics.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with OEM clients to understand product requirements.
• Work closely with engineering teams for product alignment.
• Ensure compliance with technical specifications and quality benchmarks.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Customer-Centric Mindset

Education

Master’s degree in Automobile Engineering

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

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We are looking for an experienced Chief Product Officer (CPO) specializing in automotive products and accessories, fully responsible for the complete product cycle. This role will focus on understanding the requirements of OEM clients, ensuring seamless communication between clients and engineering teams based in the Middle East, and guaranteeing that the product is delivered according to the client’s specifications. The ideal candidate must have a Master’s degree in Automobile Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, with technical and design understanding of automotive electronics, body exterior, and interior. Experience connecting styling design functions to engineering and DV / PV validation is essential.

The candidate must have multinational work experience, either with OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers, for 10-15 years. Excellent communication skills, a clear thought process, and a positive personality are required. A strong network within the automotive OEM industry in India and abroad is also necessary.

The CPO may or may not manage the entire product development process but will serve as a critical liaison between product requirements and styling / design / engineering teams, ensuring all deliverables meet or exceed client expectations. Familiarity with OEM product development from proof of concept through Design and Process Validation to SOP is needed.

Salary : AED 35,000 per month

Key Responsibilities :

• Client Requirement Understanding : Liaise with OEM clients to understand product requirements, challenges, and expectations, ensuring these are clearly communicated to engineering teams.
• Product Coordination : Work closely with engineering teams in the Middle East to ensure alignment with client requirements.
• Technical Knowledge : Utilize expertise in automotive engineering to evaluate product specifications, ensuring feasibility within client expectations and engineering capabilities.
• OEM Relationship Management : Maintain strong relationships with OEMs, ensuring open communication, resolving concerns, and managing feedback.
• Project Management & Cross-Functional Collaboration : Coordinate with internal teams, including product managers, engineering, and R&D, ensuring effective communication and problem-solving throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Quality and Compliance Assurance : Ensure products are developed according to technical specifications, regulatory standards, and quality benchmarks, acting as a bridge between the client and engineering teams.
• Documentation and Reporting : Properly document product specifications, requirements, and progress reports for stakeholders, maintaining alignment throughout the development cycle.

Key Requirements :

• Educational Background : Master’s degree in Automobile Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from a reputed institute in India or Europe. Basic understanding of Electronics is necessary.
• Experience : 10-15 years in multinational OEMs or Tier 1 companies related to automotive product development.
• Cross-border Coordination : Experience working with offshore or geographically dispersed engineering teams (e.g., India, Middle East, or other regions).
• Technical Expertise : Deep understanding of automotive engineering principles, product specifications, electronic / electrical auto components, and translating client requirements into technical deliverables. Process-oriented approach.
• Strong Communication Skills : Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities to manage expectations between OEM clients and engineering teams.
• Problem-Solving and Decision-Making : Ability to address and resolve product challenges quickly, focusing on client satisfaction and quality.
• Customer-Centric Mindset : Prioritize customer needs to ensure final products meet or exceed expectations.

Reporting Line :

• The CPO will report directly to the General Manager in Dubai and work closely with the DGM Sales and Marketing / Business Development in India.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Product Management
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing and Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing

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