Sr. Manager, UEV Elements
About The Position
This role involves owning the complete product lifecycle, from initial trend analysis and concept generation through hardware and software integration, managing suppliers, and launching products globally. The successful candidate will be responsible for bridging the gap between fast-paced consumer technology development and the more traditional automotive development processes. The goal is to deliver electronic accessories that are highly desired and generate high profit margins, such as dash cams, rear-seat entertainment systems, smart storage solutions, and connected IoT devices. This leadership position requires ensuring that all products not only satisfy customer expectations but also adhere to Ford’s strict standards for safety, durability, and seamless software integration.
Requirements
- Ability to navigate the friction between agile consumer tech lifecycles and traditional automotive development.
- Experience in delivering high-margin, highly desired electronic accessories.
- Knowledge of and ability to meet Ford’s rigorous standards for safety, durability, and software integration.
Responsibilities
- Own the end-to-end product lifecycle from trend-spotting and ideation to hardware/software integration, supplier management, and global market launch.
- Navigate the friction between agile consumer tech lifecycles and traditional automotive development.
- Deliver high-margin, highly desired electronic accessories (e.g., dash cams, rear-seat entertainment, smart storage, connected IoT devices).
- Ensure that all products delight the customer.
- Ensure all products meet Ford’s rigorous standards for safety, durability, and software integration.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
