Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Information Systems, Digital Business, Marketing, Economics, or related field.
6+ years in product management, digital products, business development, or connected services.
4+ years leading complex, cross-functional projects with successful product launches.
Professional proficiency in English; Spanish preferred, Korean is a plus.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
Familiarity with AI tools for business is advantageous.
Willingness to travel 1-2 times per quarter and attend late-night meetings with HQ.
Responsibilities
Own the regional Connected Services roadmap and strategy.
Lead implementation and launches of Connected Car Services in regional markets.
Manage launch governance, priorities, risks, and executive reporting.
Collaborate with regional functions and Global HQ on commercialization.
Define business requirements, KPIs, and performance reporting with IT & Data teams.
Monitor service performance and drive corrective actions for growth.
Evaluate new technologies for regional opportunities.
Benefits
Opportunity to lead innovative projects in the automotive sector.
Engagement with cross-functional teams and global collaboration.
Exposure to cutting-edge technologies in connected services.
Professional development opportunities in a growing field.
Full Job Description
Position Summary
Lead the implementation, launch, and growth of Connected Car Services across Central & South America and the Caribbean, working closely with Global HQ, regional distributors, and cross-functional teams, to deliver successful market rollouts, strengthen customer adoption, establish regional governance and performance management, and build the foundation for future connected products, subscription services, and digital business growth. Additionally, lead selected regional product projects related to key automotive technologies, ensuring their relevance and successful implementation in local markets.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Own the regional Connected Services roadmap, strategy, customer value proposition, and future opportunities.
Lead Connected Car Services implementation and launches across regional markets.
Manage launch governance, priorities, risks, dependencies, and executive reporting.
Partner with regional functions, Global HQ, distributors, and implementation partners on commercialization and delivery.
Define business requirements, KPIs, dashboards, governance, and performance reporting with IT & Data teams.
Monitor service performance, customer adoption, and business results; drive corrective actions and growth opportunities.
Evaluate new technologies and recommend relevant regional opportunities.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required. Business Administration, Engineering, Information Systems, Digital Business, Marketing, Economics, or a related field.
6+ years of relevant experience in product management, digital products, business development, program management, connected services, or a related field.
4+ years of proven experience leading complex, cross-functional projects and successfully launching products or services across multiple markets.
Languages: English: Professional proficiency required. Spanish: Working proficiency preferred. Korean: Any proficiency is an advantage.
Microsoft Office: Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word required.
Familiarity with AI tools for business is an advantage.
Availability for Travel: Ability to travel approximately 1-2 times per quarter.
Global collaboration: Availability for late-night meetings with HQ in Korea approximately 1-2 times per week.
Please note that Kia Central & South America does not provide visa sponsorship; applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
