Lead Business Strategist

American Honda Motor Company - Torrance, CA

Full-time - Senior

Remote - Torrance, CA

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

The Project Leader position at Honda is focused on developing new business models and proposals that align with the company's strategic goals. This role involves validating market opportunities and creating actionable plans to expand Honda's business beyond its current core offerings. The Project Leader will drive project teams, engage with stakeholders, and assess business potential to ensure competitiveness and innovation in the market.

Responsibilities

• Drive project teams and deliver projects aligned with strategic goals.
• Develop relationships and mentor staff while engaging with internal and external stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively with executive stakeholders and transmit New Business Proposals to internal audiences.
• Conduct workshops to translate knowledge and strategic wisdom within the organization.
• Assess business potential through various evaluations including market opportunity and financial risks.
• Develop actionable go-to-market plans in collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Identify target user segments and determine necessary requirements for business growth.
• Conduct comparative analysis of innovation and technology pace internally and externally.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree plus MBA or equivalent work experience.
• 15 years of experience in a corporate environment, particularly in developing and launching new business ventures.
• Strong business model development and simulation skills, including financial modeling and market size projection.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and critical thinking skills.
• Thorough knowledge of company division/department functions and project management skills.
• Excellent multi-tasking, prioritizing, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Monte Carlo simulation tools.
• Broad internal and external networks that can be leveraged for achieving goals.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary based on various factors.
• Annual bonus opportunities.
• Industry-leading benefit plans including medical, dental, and vision.
• Paid time off including vacation, holidays, sick time, and personal days.
• 401K plan with company match and additional contributions.
• Relocation eligibility and lifestyle bonus.
• Manager lease car program with no cost for car, maintenance, and insurance.
• Career growth opportunities and education reimbursement for continued learning.
• Training and development programs.
• Wellbeing program and community service engagement programs.
• Free drinks onsite.