Director, OEM Relations & Strategic Partnerships

Fox Factory; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

FOX Factory seeks a high‑impact leader to manage strategic OEM partnerships and drive multi‑year programs from concept to launch. You will align executive leadership, product, engineering, and finance to secure new platforms and optimize revenue growth.

The role requires 5–7 years in commercial leadership, strong negotiation skills, and deep OEM market knowledge. Expect extensive cross‑functional collaboration and travel to key strategic sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Business, Engineering, Operations or related field.
• 5–7 years of progressive business development or commercial leadership.
• 3–5 years in sales planning, forecasting, and strategy.
• Experience negotiating complex contracts and pricing terms.

Responsibilities

• Owns strategic OEM partner relationships and aligns with executive leadership.
• Develops strategies to expand OEM programs and secure new platforms.
• Builds senior-level relationships with OEM executives and dealer networks.
• Leads commercial negotiations, pricing, and contract terms.
• Coordinates cross-functional teams to launch programs and manage risk.
• Plans annual business priorities with revenue, margin, and inventory alignment.
• Drives program adoption, market performance, and governance cadences.
• Travel regularly to Detroit, OEM offices, and regional locations.

Skills

Strategic relationships

Executive communication

Commercial negotiations

Cross-functional leadership

Forecasting & analytics

OEM market knowledge

Contract management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Engineering/Operations

5–7 years in business development/sales leadership

3–5 years in forecasting & commercial strategy

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

CRM platforms

Job description

What We Do

FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side‑side vehicles, on‑road vehicles with and without off‑road capabilities, off‑road vehicles and trucks, all‑terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, specialty vehicles and applications, motorcycles, and commercial trucks. Some of our products are specifically designed for and marketed to a variety of leading cycling and powered vehicle original equipment manufacturers ("OEMs"), while others are distributed to consumers through a global dealer and distribution network. Fox Factory Holding Corp. is the holding company of FOX Factory, Inc. and is publicly traded (FOXF) on Nasdaq.

Why you should join us

Not only do we provide competitive wages, you will also have access to great benefits and employee discounts. But more importantly, it’s a fun environment where we truly enjoy working as a team and bringing great products to our customers!

Position Responsibilities

• Owns the strategic relationship between FOX Factory and assigned automotive OEM partners, serving as the primary point of alignment across executive leadership, business development, product, operations, regional teams, and dealer networks.
• Develops and executes partnership strategies that expand existing OEM programs, secure new vehicle platforms, and generate sustainable, profitable revenue growth.
• Identifies, develops, and secures new business with strategic partners, including OEMs, automotive brands, dealer groups, fleet organizations, technology companies, and other complementary businesses.
• Builds and maintains senior‑level relationships with OEM executives, business development teams, regional leadership, vehicle‑allocation teams, dealer groups, and other key decision‑makers.
• Leads executive and operational meetings in Detroit and other strategic markets to advance business opportunities, resolve issues, and strengthen partner alignment.
• Develops a qualified pipeline of strategic opportunities and leads prospects from initial concept and business‑case development through commercial agreement, program award, and launch.
• Secures and manages vehicle and chassis allocations necessary to support production plans, dealer demand, product launches, and annual sales commitments.
• Leads annual business planning with Sales, Finance, Operations, and strategic partners, aligning volume, revenue, margin, inventory, capacity, and investment commitments with company objectives.
• Leads commercial negotiations and contract management, including pricing, volume commitments, allocation requirements, program terms, performance obligations, exclusivity provisions, and risk mitigation.
• Transforms strategic concepts into commercially viable and operationally executable programs by coordinating business cases, financial models, customer requirements, internal resources, and launch timing.
• Partners with Product, Engineering, Legal, Compliance, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sales, and Marketing to transition new programs successfully from opportunity and award through launch and ongoing execution.
• Ensures programs comply with applicable partner standards, contractual requirements, regulatory obligations, brand guidelines, quality expectations, and approval processes.
• Aligns partner commitments with FOX Factory’s product roadmaps, production capacity, supply‑chain capabilities, inventory requirements, margin objectives, and long‑range business plans.
• Coordinates with regional teams, dealer networks, and strategic partners to drive program adoption, inventory placement, dealer engagement, retail execution, and market performance.
• Establishes governance and operating cadences for each strategic relationship, including business reviews, pipeline updates, launch‑readiness meetings, performance tracking, and issue escalation.
• Monitors pipeline development, allocations, inventory, sales, revenue, margin, launch readiness, compliance, and partner performance, proactively addressing risks and pursuing growth opportunities.
• Works closely with FOX Factory’s C‑suite and executive leadership to align partnership priorities, new‑business investments, resource requirements, operational capabilities, and financial commitments with enterprise strategy.
• Prepares and delivers executive‑ and Board‑level presentations covering strategic relationships, business‑development pipeline, annual operating plans, contract status, allocation outlook, program performance, financial impact, growth opportunities, and key risks.

Skills, Qualifications & Core Competencies

• Proven experience managing strategic relationships within automotive OEM, specialty‑vehicle, aftermarket, or manufacturing environments, with a strong understanding of OEM organizational structures and decision‑making processes.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain executive‑level relationships with OEM corporate leadership, business development teams, regional organizations, allocation teams, and dealer networks.
• Strong knowledge of OEM business planning, vehicle and chassis allocation, dealer operations, product‑launch governance, and regional market execution.
• Advanced commercial negotiation and contract‑management capabilities, including pricing, volume commitments, allocation requirements, performance obligations, financial terms, and risk mitigation.
• Experience leading long‑cycle, multi‑stakeholder opportunities from initial concept and commercial agreement through product development, launch, and ongoing program management.
• Strong business and financial acumen, including annual planning, revenue forecasting, margin analysis, investment evaluation, demand planning, and long‑term profitability modeling.
• Demonstrated ability to partner with Sales and Finance teams to translate OEM commitments into executable annual volume, revenue, margin, inventory, and production plans.
• Strong cross‑functional leadership skills, with the ability to align executive leadership, Product, Engineering, Legal, Compliance, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sales, Marketing, and Finance around shared objectives.
• Working knowledge of automotive product‑development and launch processes, including OEM standards, contractual requirements, regulatory compliance, quality expectations, and approval milestones.
• Exceptional executive communication and influencing skills, with the ability to lead strategic business reviews, resolve complex issues, and secure alignment without direct authority.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities, with the ability to synthesize market intelligence, customer requirements, financial data, and operational constraints into clear recommendations.
• Ability to manage multiple OEM relationships and strategic programs simultaneously while maintaining disciplined governance, accountability, and timely execution.
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in fast‑paced, ambiguous environments, make sound business decisions, and proactively manage commercial, operational, and reputational risks.
• Experience preparing and delivering C‑suite and Board‑level presentations covering business plans, partnership strategies, program performance, financial outlook, and material risks.
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly to Detroit, OEM headquarters, regional offices, dealer markets, manufacturing facilities, and other relevant business locations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, CRM platforms, and forecasting tools used for business planning, performance management, and executive reporting.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Operations, or a related discipline required; advanced technical or commercial education strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive business development, sales, or commercial leadership experience within automotive, aftermarket, manufacturing, or similarly complex B2B environments.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in sales planning, forecasting, demand management, and commercial strategy, with a demonstrated ability to translate market opportunities into executable revenue and volume plans.
• Demonstrated expertise in complex commercial negotiations, including pricing, margins, volume commitments, contracts, and long‑term partnership agreements.
• In-depth understanding of automotive retail operations, dealer economics, consumer demand, inventory management, and the factors influencing retail sales performance.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in a professional office environment, with regular use of computers, standard office equipment, and digital communication tools.
• Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods, including reviewing data, preparing presentations, and participating in virtual and in‑person meetings.
• Vision abilities required to review, validate, and enter data in computer systems, analyze reports, and evaluate technical and commercial documentation.
• Frequent domestic travel, including regular visits to OEM corporate offices in Detroit, OEM regional locations, customer and dealer facilities, supplier sites, industry events, and FOX Factory facilities.
• Regular on‑site engagement at FOX Factory production, manufacturing, warehouse, and vehicle‑upfit facilities, requiring the ability to safely navigate industrial environments and comply with all applicable safety policies.
• Frequent presence at OEM offices, customer locations, dealer facilities, and industry trade shows may require extended periods of standing, walking, and in‑person engagement.

Disclaimer

This list does not represent all physical demands. Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the jobs’ essential functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FOX provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, results of genetic testing, or service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations of any jurisdiction in which we operate. We base all employment decisions –including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, layoffs, terminations and social/recreational programs – on merit and the principles of equal employment opportunity.