Senior Vehicle Model Strategy Lead

KIA Motors Group; Irvine, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Lease/purchase programs

Holiday shutdown

Volunteer hours

Job summary

Kia Motors Group in Irvine, CA is seeking a Sr. Model Line Business Manager to champion the assigned vehicle line, marshal resources, and drive marketplace success and profitability.

You will serve as the go-to person for the model, maintaining deep knowledge of the vehicle, its customers, dealer engagement, and competitive dynamics. You will lead collaboration with Kia America Marketing on product-market positioning, become the messaging expert, and provide input to messaging used to achieve

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
• Master’s degree in business or related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintain continuous understanding of market dynamics and competitors
• Lead cross-functional collaboration for segmentation and customer insights
• Provide strategic guidance on product attributes and market positioning
• Coordinate messaging across Marketing, Sales, PR, and training teams
• Prepare monthly performance reports for executive leadership

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Presentation skills

Analytical skills

Project leadership

Time management

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Kia Motors Group in Irvine, CA is seeking a Sr. Model Line Business Manager to champion the assigned vehicle line, marshal resources, and drive marketplace success and profitability.

You will serve as the go-to person for the model, maintaining deep knowledge of the vehicle, its customers, dealer engagement, and competitive dynamics. You will lead collaboration with Kia America Marketing on product-market positioning, become the messaging expert, and provide input to messaging used to achieve