Tätigkeitsbereich:Forschung & Entwicklung incl. DesignFachabteilung:RD IndiaGesellschaft:Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India Private LimitedStandort:Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India Private Limited, BangaloreStartdatum:..6Veröffentlichungsdatum:..6Stellennummer:MER3Y6YArbeitszeit:Vollzeit BewerbenAufgaben
Role Purpose
The Vice President – Body E/E will head the Body Electrical & Electronics department and be accountable for end-to-end operations across product development, people leadership, process excellence, and business outcomes. The role ensures strategic alignment with MBRDI and global Mercedes-Benz R&D objectives, while positioning the department as a center of competence in Body & Comfort E/E systems.
Key Responsibilities
1. Department Leadership & Governance
Head the Body E/E department operations across product, process, people, and business. Demonstrate full ownership of departmental topics and execute sign-off responsibilities (e.g., R3 model) for identified components, systems, and field quality topics (PF teams). Ensure smooth functioning, delivery excellence, and compliance with all relevant standards and regulations. 2. Product & Technology Leadership
Lead MB.OS in-house software development for Body E/E applications including Thermal Comfort, Entry & Go, and interior/exterior E/E systems. Steer product development and lifecycle management including verification, validation, industrialisation, and quality management (QSV). Define strategic directions for new technology adoption including AI/GenAI, new product development, and modern ways of working. Ensure proactive participation in product steering committees and technical decision forums. 3. Business & Strategy
Define and align departmental strategy with MBRDI and global Mercedes-Benz R&D strategy. Translate Voice of Customer into viable business opportunities and value creation. Maximize efficiency and business value through innovation and process improvement. Align and implement RD/K, MB.OS Body & Comfort E/E, RD/ID, and MBRDI strategies. Develop the organization further to sustain MBRDI’s position as a center of competence. 4. Budget & Financial Stewardship
Lead financial planning and effective budget steering for the department. Ensure optimal utilization of resources and budgets to meet business unit expectations. Review and maintain published project pricing and cost commitments. 5. People Leadership & Capability Building
Act as a coach and mentor; shape people development and engagement strategy with the leadership team. Evaluate and continuously improve team engagement and leadership effectiveness. Identify current and future skill needs; drive upskilling and reskilling initiatives. Lead transformation in ways of working, leadership behavior, and agile mindset. Maintain attrition below defined thresholds and ensure strong succession planning. 6. Network, Partnerships & Ecosystem
Build and maintain strong networks with RD/K centers, internal BUs, suppliers, and external partners. Strengthen MBRDI’s brand within the global R&D network and external ecosystem. Develop collaboration with universities and external institutions. Ensure close cooperation across cross-cultural and international teams. 7. Culture, Quality & Continuous Improvement
Drive cultural transformation initiatives with a strong “can-do” and ownership mindset. Scale agile transformation initiatives (e.g., SAFe) and value-stream based organization. Encourage innovation across product, process, and people practices. Ensure engineering excellence, quality management, technical compliance, and integrity. Identify and drive Kaizen, continuous improvement, and value-delivery initiatives. Key Result Areas (KRAs)
Area
Focus
Time Allocation
Business
Strategy, customer satisfaction, innovation, technical forums
%
People
Engagement, leadership development, capability building, attrition
%
Budget
Financial planning, budget steering, pricing governance
%
Network
Internal & external partnerships, brand building, academia collaboration
%
Culture
Agile mindset, ownership culture, collaboration, accountability
%
Qualifikationen
Qualifications
Educational Qualification
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechatronics, Electrical, or Electronics) Specialization in Product Development and Engineering preferred Experience
+ years in automotive E/E product development Strong experience in E/E components, systems, integration, and validation Proven leadership experience in large, complex engineering organizations Special Knowledge & Skills
Hands-on experience in development of automotive E/E components, systems, and software Expertise in project steering, supplier management, budget control, and field quality Strong understanding of E/E processes, methods, tools, Body & Comfort systems, and data platforms Knowledge of automotive regulations, testing standards, and test equipment Strong business acumen, leadership presence, communication, and collaboration skills Experience working in cross-cultural, international environments German language skills preferred Leadership Expectations
Visionary, people-centric leader with strong execution capability Promotes thought leadership, engineering excellence, and innovation Builds high-performing, engaged teams with a strong ownership mindset Drives accountability, transparency, and stakeholder satisfaction Benefits Mitarbeiterrabatte möglich Gesundheitsmaßnahmen Mitarbeiterhandy möglich Essenszulagen Betriebliche Altersversorgung Hybrides Arbeiten möglich Mobilitätsangebote Mitarbeiter Events Coaching Flexible Arbeitszeit möglich Kinderbetreuung Parkplatz Kantine, Café Gute Anbindung Barrierefreiheit Betriebsarzt
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