Cadillac Assistant Product Manager

General Motors • Warren, MI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Support the strategy, execution, and lifecycle management of Curated by Cadillac and assigned Cadillac nameplates. Partner cross-functionally with Product, Design, Engineering, Finance, Manufacturing, Marketing, Concierge, Order Fulfilment, and other teams to deliver market-ready vehicle offerings, optimize pricing and packaging strategies, enhance the client experience, and drive business performance. Serve as a key product leader, translating customer, competitive, market, and financial insights into recommendations that strengthen brand value, profitability, and long-term product success. This role reports to the CELESTIQ Product and V-Series, Commissioned and Curated Strategy Manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• 5+ years relevant work experience including various product-related roles in Marketing, Product Planning/Program Management and/or Engineering.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Effective negotiation and influencing skills that drive alignment and positive outcomes.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and concisely.
• Consistently makes good recommendations and decisions based on data, analysis, experience, and sound judgment.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle products, competitors, and the automotive industry.
• Strong analytical and project management skills.
• Willingness to defend what is right for the client, address conflicting interests and influence positive outcomes.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and tasks effectively and efficiently - must be flexible and agile to lead through often changing situations.
• Possesses the functional and technical skills and knowledge of engineering/supply chain release processes to perform product marketing duties in close collaboration with commissioned execution team.
• Strong level of intellectual curiosity and a commitment to continuous improvement
• Self-motivated, can work independently and possesses a strong drive to improve, build and grow self and others.
• Proven ability to foster collaboration, develop teams, and drive innovative ideas to execution.

Nice To Haves

• Engineering degree preferred.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA).
• 7+ years relevant work experience including various product-related roles in Marketing, Product Planning/Program Management and/or Engineering.
• Vehicle launch experience, and luxury product experience.
• Strong PC/MS Office skills.
• Familiarity with GM global vehicle development, pricing, and marketing launch processes.
• Familiarity with GM product and marketing systems and databases: PPC, CR/DN, VCPS, Global Information Center, Competitive Product Database, Sales and Registration Reporting, New Vehicle Customer Studies.

Responsibilities

• Lead Curated by Cadillac product definition and execution for approved programs and markets, ensuring achievement of client experience, brand, financial, volume, and market-impact objectives.
• Partner with Cadillac Product, Marketing, Design, Program Management, Order Fulfilment, and other stakeholders to develop and execute product strategies that align with brand standards and business goals.
• Present and advocate for Curated and assigned Cadillac nameplate strategies to leadership and cross-functional teams, driving alignment and organizational support.
• Collaborate with Cadillac Product Managers across Curated programs, CELESTIQ, and assigned nameplates to align processes, share best practices, and support successful program execution.
• Serve as a key member of Program Execution Teams and other cross-functional workgroups to support product development, implementation, and launch activities.
• Author and execute product change requests and maintain program content documentation to ensure alignment with marketing intent and program requirements.
• Partner with Product Managers and Order Fulfillment teams to ensure accurate configuration, pricing, and ordering system updates, including the Vehicle Content Pricing System (VCPS).
• Collaborate with Artisan Vehicle Engineering (AVE), Purchasing, and supplier partners to develop and implement product execution processes while considering supplier agreements, costs, and program requirements.
• Work with Finance teams to develop product pricing strategies, including MSRP recommendations and communication plans for clients, retailers, concierge teams, and other stakeholders.
• Represent Curated programs in key forums including Product Marketing reviews, Program Execution Teams, pricing reviews, complexity management discussions, launch activities, and Go-To-Market planning.
• Support Manufacturing, assembly plants, GM Pre-Production Operations (PPO), and related teams in implementing product build plans, launch activities, and execution best practices.
• Serve as the product Subject Matter Expert for assigned Curated programs and Cadillac nameplates, providing leadership, guidance, training, and product expertise across business, marketing, communications, retailer, concierge, and launch activities.
• Review and approve market-facing materials, including websites, configurators, order guides, media content, retailer assets, and communications to ensure product accuracy and brand consistency.
• Monitor competitive product offerings and leverage market research to identify opportunities that strengthen Cadillac's product strategy and customer experience.
• Partner with concierge teams to develop and maintain program tools, dashboards, and client management processes that support the Curated ownership experience.
• Develop sell-down and transition strategies for current-generation vehicles while supporting next-generation product launches and lifecycle planning.
• Support enterprise initiatives that evaluate and expand Curated-inspired offerings across other GM brands, vehicle segments, and global markets.

Benefits

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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level