[Hiring] Manager, Data Products & Business Development @Mazda Motor Corporation

Role Description

The Manager, Data Products & Business Development leads the growth of data-driven products and services by combining strategic insight, business acumen, and a deep understanding of data ecosystems and product solutions. This role is responsible for identifying and evaluating new market opportunities, shaping product strategy, and establishing partnerships that unlock value from data assets. Working cross-functionally with Product, IT, and other business units, the Manager translates complex data concepts into opportunities, driving revenue, operational efficiency, and strategic brand customer experience impact through innovative, data-enabled offerings. The role also champions a data-driven culture, ensuring analytics and insights are leveraged to guide strategic decisions and sustain competitive advantage.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of working experience required
• 5+ years of experience in business development, sales, or partnerships, preferably within data, analytics, or SaaS industries required
• Sales Growth strategy/innovation consulting preferred
• Market analysis/strategic planning preferred
• Vehicle connectivity/telematics development preferred
• Computer system development preferred

Requirements

• Ability to build and foster teamwork among all groups and at all levels.
• Strong understanding of data ecosystems, including big data platforms, data marketplaces, APIs, and cloud-based solutions.
• Demonstrated success in closing deals and driving measurable business growth.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to simplify and communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Must be able to utilize appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to influence and guide individuals/department or groups towards task accomplishment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of management, employees, customers, and external vendors.
• Must be able to clearly and effectively communicate both orally and in writing using good grammatical form, both in general correspondence, as well as on technical issues.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks are essential.
• Ability to independently organize work processes, set priorities and make critical decisions.
• Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Excel, Word, Project Access, PowerPoint and Outlook, as well as the ability to learn and effectively utilize other software applications used within the Company.

Benefits

• Pay Range: $108,900.00 - $166,125.00
• Salary to be determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
• Learn more about MNAO’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Leadership & Department Management

• Lead and mentor EBO Connectivity team and foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and collaboration.
• Set department priorities, allocate resources, and hold staff accountable for results.
• Drive staff development, performance management, and adherence to company policies.
• Manage department budget, reporting, and performance metrics.
• Promote the Mazda Pride Point culture with a focus on collaboration, continuous improvement, quality, and accountability.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position/Seated: Constantly
• Communicate/Talking: Constantly
• Communicate/Hearing: Constantly
• Repetitive Motions: Frequently
• Coordination: Frequently
• Seeing/Observing: Constantly