Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Strategy & Corporate Development

Strategic Planning Sr Manager

Sr Manager - Non People LeaderCan work remotely anywhere in the specified country

Yes, 25% of the time

Day

Compensation

Compensation includes a base salary of $134,900.00 - $224,900.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

This position will not initially have direct reports, however future team management is possible.

Location:  Hybrid (Atlanta, GA preferred) – flexible within the U.S.

Travel:  0 – 25%

Partners with business leaders to define and execute strategic initiatives that drive growth. Leads commercialization of new assurance products, manages and optimizes the current portfolio, and provides competitive intelligence to inform strategic direction and identify market opportunities.

PRIMARY DUTIES/KEY RESPONSIBILITES

Lead end-to-end commercialization of new assurance products from concept to launch, including market validation, pricing strategy, value proposition development, channel strategy, and launch execution to drive adoption and revenue growth.

Manage and optimize the current product portfolio by analyzing performance metrics, identifying underperforming or declining products, and ensuring resources are allocated to highest-value opportunities that align with strategic priorities.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop actionable strategic plans that identify what's next for the business, evaluating new market opportunities, assessing product-market fit, determining investment priorities, and making build/buy/partner recommendations to drive sustainable growth.

Conduct ongoing analysis of competitive landscape, market trends, and customer needs to identify threats and opportunities; translate insights into strategic recommendations on positioning, differentiation, pricing, and market entry/exit decisions that maintain competitive advantage.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

BS/BA degree in a related discipline with 8 years of experience in a related field; or MS/MA degree in a related discipline with 6 years of experience in a related field; or Ph.D. in a related discipline with 3 years of experience in a related field.

Agility, flexibility, and “how can we” positive attitude.

Strong analytical thinking and decision-making.

Demonstrated ability to think ahead and drive proactive action.

Demonstrated ability to identify gaps, think strategically, and proactively address.

Communications organization and delivery: Ability to communicate in a variety of mediums and across levels of our organization.

Requires physical ability and mental acuity to execute the duties of the position successfully within required timeframes to meet business requirements.

Other duties as needed or required.

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.