Partner, Automotive (F/M)

Mews Group; Toulouse; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mews Partners seeks a senior automotive strategy leader to define and execute the commercial plan for the sector. You will forge senior relationships with OEMs and Tier 1/2 suppliers, lead opportunities, and steer high-impact engagements across France and Germany.

As a Partner/Director level contributor, you will guide multi-disciplinary teams, shape the sector offering, and contribute to cross-office collaboration to elevate market positioning in electrification, software-defined mobility, and

Qualifications

• 15+ years of professional experience, with automotive sector exposure (OEM, Tier 1/2 or consulting).
• Minimum 5 years in a senior consulting role (Partner/Director or equivalent).
• Proven track record in transformation, operational performance, or large programs in automotive.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute commercial strategy for the Automotive sector.
• Build and maintain senior client relationships across OEMs and suppliers.
• Lead proposals, negotiations, and contract developments.
• Oversee delivery of engagements with quality and profitability.
• Mentor multidisciplinary teams and act as executive sponsor on key accounts.

Skills

Business development

Leadership

PMO

Strategy execution

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Master's degree (engineering/business)

Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Business Development

• Define and execute the commercial strategy for the Automotive sector
• Build, develop, and maintain senior relationships with key clients (OEMs, Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, distribution networks, mobility players, and automotive technology companies)
• Identify and qualify new business opportunities, lead proposal development and contract negotiation
• Represent Mews Partners at industry events, conferences, and in professional networks (e.g., Mondial de l'Auto, IAA Mobility, FISITA)

Sector Leadership

• Lead the Automotive activities at Mews Partners, in coordination with sector leaders across the group
• Adapt Mews Partners' sector offering and value proposition for the automotive market, aligned with Mews Partners' methodologies (operational performance, Design to Value/Cost, engineering performance, organizational transformation, PMO)
• Contribute to thought leadership and market positioning on key automotive topics: electrification, software-defined vehicles, supply chain resilience, lean manufacturing, and sustainable mobility

Delivery & Team Management

• Oversee the delivery of consulting engagements, ensuring quality, client satisfaction, and profitability in accordance with Mews Partners' standards
• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary consulting teams (from Analysts to Senior Managers)
• Act as executive sponsor on strategic client accounts

Internal Contribution

• Participate actively in Mews Partners' leadership team and strategic decisions for the sector
• Contribute to talent development and recruitment within the firm
• Foster cross-office collaboration between automotive and other practices (energy, industry, digital)

Experience

15+ years of professional experience, including significant exposure to the Automotive sector (OEM, Tier 1/2 supplier, or consulting)

Minimum 5 years in a senior consulting role (Partner, Director, or equivalent) with demonstrated business development achievements

Track record of managing complex transformation, operational performance, or large program management engagements in automotive (vehicle development, manufacturing, supply chain, aftersales, or mobility)

Experience working with or within major automotive industrial ecosystems in France and/or Germany is strongly valued

Skills

Strong business development mindset, with an established and actionable network in the automotive market

Deep expertise in one or more of the following: operational performance improvement, large project / program management (PMO), manufacturing excellence, engineering performance, organizational transformation, Design to Cost / Design to Value

Excellent leadership and people management skills; ability to inspire and develop teams

High degree of entrepreneurship and autonomy; comfortable in a growing, hands-on environment

A strong ability for cross development with other partners, sectors and practices

Strong analytical and structured thinking; ability to translate complex problems into actionable recommendations

Languages

English: full professional proficiency (mandatory)

French or German: native or full professional proficiency (mandatory)

Education

Graduate degree from a leading engineering school, business school, or university (Master's level minimum)

JOB LOCATION

France (Paris or Lyon/Toulouse depending on client proximity) or Germany.

Mews Partners is committed to diversity and inclusion. As a result, all of our job openings are also open to workers with disabilities.