Shape automotive product strategy, pricing, and lifecycle planning for Kia Canada Inc. Use commercial insight and portfolio leadership to influence national priorities.
As Director, Strategic Planning, you will lead product and corporate strategy for the Canadian market. Your scope includes vehicle positioning, specifications, pricing, residual values, customer insights, and competitive analysis. You will align product decisions with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Aftersales while collaborating with Global and Regional Headquarters on launches. The role also evaluates electrification, emerging technologies, and recent mobility opportunities. Success requires strong analytical judgment, financial acumen, and stakeholder influence.

Key Responsibilities

Lead product portfolio strategy and vehicle lifecycle planningOversee vehicle positioning, pricing, specifications,



and residual valuesCoordinate product strategies with commercial and corporate functionsCollaborate on global and regional product launchesAssess electrification and emerging mobility opportunitiesRequirements:
10-15+ years in automotive strategic or product planningProven product portfolio and cross-functional leadership experienceStrong Canadian automotive market knowledgeFinancial expertise in budgets, investments, and business casesExcellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skillsBring product strategy, commercial analysis, and cross-functional leadership to Kia Canada’s evolving automotive portfolio.

📌 Automotive Product Strategy Director (Canada)
🏢 Kia Canada
📍 Canada