BA/BS in business, economics, marketing, finance or equivalent work experience.
MBA is a plus.
7+ years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships, or finance, with a proven track record in partnership management or business development, preferably within the automotive or technology sectors.
3+ years of hands-on experience in M&A; activities, including leading cross-functional project teams.
Demonstrated ability to develop and scale partnership channels, collaborating effectively with legal, finance, and marketing teams.
Strong background in complex project development and execution.
Exceptional negotiation and contract management skills, with the ability to drive favorable outcomes.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels.
Proven ability to analyze, review, and oversee complex contracts, agreements, and detailed scopes of work with precision and strategic insight.
Advanced planning, analytical, and presentation capabilities, with strong negotiation acumen.
Strategic mindset with the ability to anticipate market trends and translate insights into actionable opportunities.
Proven project leadership skills, adept at driving initiatives in dynamic environments.
Solid understanding of business model development at an intermediate to advanced level.
Ability to work autonomously while fostering collaboration within cross-functional teams.
Technical orientation and familiarity with emerging technologies preferred.
Knowledge of Honda operations (planning, R&D;, manufacturing, sales, quality, service, and customer support) is advantageous.
Awareness of automotive and technology industry trends, including emerging innovations, is a plus.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) for professional reporting and presentations.
Experience functioning in agile project environments, serving as Product Owner, Scrum Master, or lead for functional areas.
