Global Automotive EA&E Sales Leader — Growth & OEM Impact

3M; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 222,000 - 271,000; Full time

Job summary

3M is seeking a Global Automotive Sales Senior Manager for Electrical Architectures and Electronics (EA&E). You will lead the global EA&E sales organization within Transportation Solutions, aligning commercial priorities with regional teams to drive profitable growth with OEMs and Tier suppliers worldwide.

Remote in Michigan with field-based engagement and potential relocation. Requires 10+ years of automotive leadership in EA&E or displays, a Bachelor's or higher, MBA preferred, and a valid

Qualifications

• Ten or more years of automotive leadership in EA&E or displays.
• Proven track record of commercial growth with OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers.
• Executive-level relationships in automotive electrical architectures space.
• Current, valid driver’s license is required.
• MBA from an accredited institution is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global EA&E sales organization, establishing clear priorities, performance expectations, and account strategies that deliver profitable growth across regions and market segments.
• Develop and execute the global commercial strategy for the EA&E business, translating market trends, customer needs, competitive dynamics, and regulatory developments into focused growth priorities and actionable sales plans.
• Partner with global OEMs, Tier suppliers, regional sales teams, application engineering, product management, and technology organizations to strengthen customer engagement, shape value propositions, and accelerate specification and platform wins.
• Drive commercialization and new product introduction (NPI) by aligning target markets, customer opportunities, pricing, channel strategies, and launch execution to achieve adoption, revenue growth, and profitability objectives.
• Build a robust global opportunity pipeline and commercial operating rhythm, using market intelligence, account planning, forecasting, and performance insights to allocate resources, remove barriers, and improve sales execution.
• Shape the future of 3M's EA&E business by identifying new markets, business models, strategic partnerships, and portfolio priorities that strengthen competitive position and create sustainable long-term growth.

Skills

Automotive leadership experience

OEM & Tier1 relationships

Commercial growth track record

Executive relationships in EA&E

Driver’s license

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

MBA

Job description

3M is seeking a Global Automotive Sales Senior Manager for Electrical Architectures and Electronics (EA&E). You will lead the global EA&E sales organization within Transportation Solutions, aligning commercial priorities with regional teams to drive profitable growth with OEMs and Tier suppliers worldwide.

Remote in Michigan with field-based engagement and potential relocation. Requires 10+ years of automotive leadership in EA&E or displays, a Bachelor's or higher, MBA preferred, and a valid