Strategy Manager

Aptiv•Troy, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

STRATEGY MANAGER Important Company Update – Please Read Before Applying. On January 22, 2025, Aptiv announced its decision to separate its EDS division to form two separate independent companies: https://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releases/aptiv-announces-intention-to-separate-its-electrical-distribution-systems-business/ This role is within the EDS segment, and you will be joining that segment as it becomes its own entity, with a rich heritage and proven track record as a global leader in low and high voltage power and signal distribution systems. Our solutions are central to enabling the next generation of electrified, automated, and connected vehicles, and we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence. We are looking for talented individuals who are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of EDS and delivering industry-leading solutions to the world’s top automotive manufacturers. Why join Aptiv? You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world’s leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road—helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected. Ready to shape the future of mobility with us? YOUR ROLE This is an exciting, high-impact opportunity to help shape the course of one of the world’s leading automotive harness suppliers. As a member of the Strategy team, you will work closely with our CEO, his direct reports and senior executives in our business to define, plan, and execute the company's long-term strategic priorities. Topic areas will include: Growth - Identify and execute levers to drive sustained, profitable growth Diversification - Expand into margin accretive, fast growing end markets outside of Automotive and Commercial Vehicles Profitability - Identify and execute initiatives to maintain and enhance profitability (e.g. supply chain, vertical integration, footprint, automation, efficiency) Business foundation – Optimizing our global execution capabilities (e.g. human capital, quality & delivery, customer & regional mix, and footprint & efficiency)

Requirements

The ideal candidate will be able to combine highly structured and analytical thinking with sound business judgment and creativity to support our management team and businesses. S/he will bring:
Interest and/or domain expertise in areas relevant for our business (e.g. automotive, wire harnesses)
Demonstrated skills in strategic analysis, planning, and problem solving
Ability to conduct complex quantitative analyses (e.g. Excel modeling)
Strong communication skills, including the ability to develop polished visuals (PowerPoint) and communicate effectively with senior audiences
Great energy, tenacity, and resourcefulness in tackling challenging problems
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or related; MBA from a top business school preferred
Minimum of three years of top-tier consulting experience or comparable, including investment banking, private equity, corporate strategy/development or similar in technology or automotive industries.
Diverse experiences in or around automotive and/or manufacturing/industrial goods
Experience in leading strategy engagements and developing talent
Ability to work onsite in Troy, MI

Responsibilities

Executing consulting-like projects, working closely with stakeholders in our businesses and corporate functions – including structuring the problem, gathering and analyzing data, generating insight, translating into written output and delivering executive-level readouts and recommendations
Developing fact bases and market models around key product segments and technology trends impacting the business inclusive ADAS adoption, electric vehicle penetration, transition to software-defined vehicle architectures, transition to 48V architectures, etcetera
Conducting detailed analysis of customers and competitors
Shaping and driving content creation for executive leadership in key meetings (e.g. Board of Directors, Investor Meetings, GLT meetings, etcetera)
Mentoring and coaching associates