Vice President Global Marketing & Product Management Automotive Aftermarket (m / f / d)

division one; Baden-Württemberg; Hybrid; EUR 85.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading global product solutions provider is seeking an experienced Marketing Leader in Southern Germany. The successful candidate will build and lead a cross-functional marketing team, develop a global product strategy, and drive innovative marketing initiatives. Required qualifications include a Master’s degree and over a decade of experience in product management and marketing, alongside exceptional leadership and communication skills. Fluency in English is a must, with additional languages as a plus.

Qualifikationen

• 10–15+ years of leadership experience in product management and marketing.
• Proven track record of launching products in global markets.
• Deep understanding of the full product lifecycle and marketing best practices.

Aufgaben

• Build and lead a high-performing marketing team across multiple regions.
• Develop and execute a global product and marketing strategy.
• Own the global product portfolio and analyze market trends.
• Drive successful go-to-market initiatives and campaigns.
• Collaborate with R&D to deliver innovative products.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Fluent in English

Ausbildung

Master's degree in business administration or related field

Jobbeschreibung

As a global leader in the development of innovative and sustainable product solutions, your potential new employer serves a broad range of industrial and lifestyle markets. The company works closely with its customers to continuously improve its offering and has established a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and reliability. To shape the next chapter in global Marketing & Product Management, we are looking for an inspiring and decisive leader.

Location : Southern Germany (generally open to further locations within Europe, Asia and the USA)

Start date : As soon as possible

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build and lead a high-performing, cross-functional marketing team across multiple regions
• Develop and execute a clear, global product and marketing strategy aligned with overarching business objectives
• Own the global product portfolio, including vision, roadmap, and full lifecycle management
• Analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitive dynamics to shape a forward-looking, differentiated product strategy
• Drive successful go-to-market initiatives and integrated campaigns that increase brand awareness, customer acquisition, and long-term retention
• Define and implement KPIs and performance frameworks to measure product success, adoption, and impact on business growth
• Collaborate with R&D / engineering teams to deliver market-ready, innovative products on time and within budget
• Oversee brand positioning, product marketing, demand generation, digital marketing, and external communications with a unified global message
• Partner closely with Sales and Customer Success leadership to enable revenue growth through effective value propositions, strategic messaging, and market positioning

YOUR PROFILE

• Master’s degree in business administration, digital transformation, marketing or a related field, MBA or advanced degree preferred
• 10–15+ years of progressive leadership experience in product management and marketing roles, with a proven global track record
• Proven track record of successfully launching products in global markets
• Deep understanding of the full product lifecycle, agile development methodologies, and marketing best practices
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities across all hierarchy levels
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Leadership experience with the ability to inspire and motivate a high-performing team
• Ability to travel internationally as required
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus

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