Director of Global Market Development
Company Description
Valeo is a global technology company focused on designing and producing innovative solutions for the automotive and mobility sectors. The organization emphasizes advanced technologies that improve safety, energy efficiency, and driving comfort. With operations and customers across multiple regions, Valeo offers team members the opportunity to work on impactful, international projects. The company values collaboration, continuous improvement, and sustainable innovation as core elements of its culture. Joining Valeo means contributing to future-facing products and strategies in a dynamic, globally connected environment. Role Description The Director of Global Market Development at Valeo is a full-time, remote role responsible for driving market growth and strategic expansion across regions. This role involves leading global market analysis efforts, identifying new market opportunities, and developing comprehensive market entry and growth plans. The Director will oversee market research initiatives, evaluate competitive landscapes, and translate insights into actionable strategies for sales and product teams. Day-to-day responsibilities include collaborating with regional leaders, aligning global market development plans with corporate objectives, and monitoring performance against key metrics. The role also requires preparing executive-level reports and presentations, supporting strategic customer engagements, and ensuring cross-functional coordination between marketing, sales, and product management.
Qualifications
Candidates should possess strong Market Analysis and Market Research skills, with experience interpreting global trends and customer insights. Candidates should possess advanced Analytical Skills to evaluate data, build business cases, and support decision-making for market entry and expansion. Candidates should possess expertise in Market Planning, including developing go-to-market strategies, segmentation, and positioning for diverse regions. Candidates should possess a solid background in Sales, preferably in international or complex B2B environments, to align market strategies with revenue objectives. Relevant experience in global business development, product or portfolio strategy, or marketing leadership in technology or automotive sectors. Proven ability to work effectively in remote, cross-functional, and multicultural teams, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and presentation skills, including experience engaging with senior leadership and key customers. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, Engineering, or a related field; an advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) is beneficial.