Consultant

SBD Automotive•Ann Arbor, MI

About The Position

As a Consultant, you will help automotive manufacturers and Tier 1 suppliers make informed decisions and take practical action by turning industry research and insight into recommendations. The work spans automotive technology, market intelligence and strategy, and involves varied client projects. You will combine independent research with collaboration across SBD Automotive’s regional and global teams, developing your consulting skills and understanding of the automotive and mobility landscape. Day-to-day work may include exploring emerging technologies, analysing market data, developing recommendations and presenting findings to clients. The role requires taking ownership of analyses and workstreams, managing priorities and delivery dependencies, and raising risks early. You will contribute to vehicle testing, client interviews, workshops and meetings; monitor industry and regulatory developments; and attend relevant trade shows and association meetings. You will also support proposals, project scoping, research design and new consulting offerings, while building professional relationships through strong project delivery, networking and events. SBD Automotive is a global automotive research and consulting organization with 29 years of expertise. Its teams work across four business units and six locations: China, Germany, India, Japan, the UK and the USA. The company describes its environment as entrepreneurial and emphasizes personal development, with corporate goals of Efficiency, Accountability, Agility and Growth and values of Compassion, Collaboration, Courage, Curiosity and Commitment. The role may be performed from home or the office, with no set office days, although occasional office attendance may be expected. Travel within the Americas may be required, up to 35/40% at peak times.

Requirements

Typically, two to four years of experience in consulting, research, strategy, market intelligence, UX testing or a relevant industry role.
A relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Ability to structure complex questions, assess evidence and draw practical conclusions.
Organized, dependable and proactive approach, with sound judgement and the ability to balance multiple priorities.
Confident written and spoken English, with the ability to listen, explain ideas clearly and build trusted client relationships.
Understanding of how insight creates client value and supports business growth.
Comfort working across cultures and time zones, curiosity to learn and responsiveness to change.
Willingness to travel within the Americas when required, up to 35/40% at peak times.

Nice To Haves

Automotive, technology or mobility experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

Turn complex research and data into practical recommendations and compelling client presentations.
Take ownership of assigned analyses and workstreams, manage priorities, milestones and dependencies, and raise delivery risks early.
Contribute to vehicle testing, including UX, features and electrical testing, as well as client interviews, workshops and meetings.
Stay up to date with automotive, mobility, regulatory, technology and competitive developments.
Attend technical trade shows and association meetings, take detailed notes, and develop and communicate informed opinions on the subject matter.
Support proposals, project scoping, research design and the development of new consulting offerings.
Develop and nurture professional relationships through excellent project delivery, networking and attending events.
Collaborate with colleagues across SBD Automotive’s international teams, seek feedback and represent the company professionally.