
Operations Strategy Manager
TI Automotive, Auburn Hills, MI, United States
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Operations Strategy Manager to lead high-impact initiatives across global business units. This role is a key member of our internal consulting and business transformation team, providing strategic direction, analytical leadership, and cross-functional collaboration at the enterprise level.
The Operations Strategy Manager will lead strategic initiatives within the Office of Business Transformation to improve operational efficiency, enhance processes, and support data-driven decision-making. This role oversees project teams, partners with senior leadership, and guides the development of frameworks, analytics, and solutions that advance organizational performance. The ideal candidate brings strong strategic thinking, a data-driven mindset, and the ability to drive change through influence.
Responsibilities of Position:
· Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of strategic operations projects across manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, quality, finance, and other business units
· Develop and present executive-level insights through presentations, dashboards, and reports to support strategic decision-making
· Oversee data analytics efforts, identifying operational inefficiencies, trends, and opportunities for improvement
· Facilitate cross-functional workshops, working sessions, and alignment meetings to drive clarity, issue resolution, and shared goals
· Create enterprise-level process maps, workflows, and documentation for both current-state and future-state operational models
· Manage project timelines, KPIs, deliverables, and stakeholder expectations to ensure successful project outcomes
· Guide, mentor, and support analysts and project resources across multiple initiatives
· Collaborate with global teams to ensure consistency and adoption of operational best practices
· Lead components of M&A strategy, including operational due diligence and post-merger integration (PMI) planning
· Partner with senior leadership to shape long-term operational strategy and transformation roadmaps
Skill Requirements:
· Strong strategic thinking and analytical problem-solving capabilities
· Exceptional communication skills with experience presenting to senior leadership
· High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
· Ability to translate complex data into compelling narratives and actionable recommendations
· Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) preferred
· Demonstrated ability to lead teams, influence without authority, and drive organizational alignment
· Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Education and Experience Requirements:
· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Operations, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
· 5+ years of experience in operations strategy, management consulting, business transformation, or similar fields
· Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional initiatives in a fast-paced environment
Licensing or Special Certification Requirements:
· Valid passport and driver’s license
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If you're ready to drive transformation from the inside out and help shape the next chapter of a leading automotive supplier, we’d love to hear from you.
EEO Statement:
TI Automotive is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.