Strategic Partnership Manager - Remote

Overview

Wayve is seeking an experienced Strategic Partnership Manager to negotiate and execute advanced development programs and agreements with major global automakers and Tier 1 suppliers.

In Short

• Structure, negotiate, draft, close, and manage commercial agreements.
• Manage diverse and evolving deal pipeline.
• Bring creative solutions to complex negotiations.
• Cultivate strong relationships with cross-functional teams.
• Perform financial modeling and analysis of pricing strategies.
• Stay updated on regulatory frameworks for automated driving.
• Represent Wayve at industry events.

Requirements

• 7+ years in automotive OEM procurement and strategic partnerships.
• Experience with first-of-kind deals in cutting-edge technologies.
• Strong understanding of OEM sourcing and negotiation.
• Familiarity with major OEM-supplier deal structures.
• Expertise in the global ADAS/AD market.
• Technical understanding of AI and driving automation systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable managing ambiguity and making decisions.
• Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen.
• Strong emotional intelligence and collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Hybrid working policy combining office and remote work.
• Diverse and inclusive work culture.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Impactful work in the field of autonomous driving.