Brand Protection Investigator
Stellantis, Auburn Hills, MI, United States
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Brand Protection Investigator to join our global brand protection and investigations team. This role plays a critical part in safeguarding our company’s intellectual property, reputation, and consumer trust by identifying, investigating, and mitigating threats such as counterfeit parts, trademark infringements, illicit online sales, and gray‑market distribution.
You will conduct investigations across the supply chain, collaborate with cross‑functional partners, and work closely with law enforcement and legal teams to protect our brands worldwide.
Key Responsibilities
Identify and investigate threats to company brands, including counterfeit automotive parts, illegal trademark use, gray market activities, and online fraud.
Data Collection & Analysis: Gather intelligence from open‑source platforms, internal data, e‑commerce sites, and market surveillance to build actionable cases.
Partner with internal stakeholders (Legal, Compliance, Supply Chain, Sales, and Security) and external partners (law enforcement, customs, industry coalitions) to drive enforcement actions.
Support civil and criminal enforcement efforts, including coordinating raids, customs seizures, and litigation support.
Prepare clear, detailed investigative reports and present findings to management.
Assist in developing training programs to educate employees, dealers, and customers on brand protection best practices.
Monitor global trends in counterfeiting and IP infringement to recommend proactive strategies.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
5+ years in investigations, brand protection, law enforcement, corporate security, or a related field, ideally in automotive, manufacturing, or consumer goods.
Strong understanding of intellectual property law (trademark, copyright, trade dress) and enforcement processes.
Preferred Qualifications
Proven investigative skills, including OSINT techniques and evidence collection.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases simultaneously.
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You will conduct investigations across the supply chain, collaborate with cross‑functional partners, and work closely with law enforcement and legal teams to protect our brands worldwide.
Key Responsibilities
Identify and investigate threats to company brands, including counterfeit automotive parts, illegal trademark use, gray market activities, and online fraud.
Data Collection & Analysis: Gather intelligence from open‑source platforms, internal data, e‑commerce sites, and market surveillance to build actionable cases.
Partner with internal stakeholders (Legal, Compliance, Supply Chain, Sales, and Security) and external partners (law enforcement, customs, industry coalitions) to drive enforcement actions.
Support civil and criminal enforcement efforts, including coordinating raids, customs seizures, and litigation support.
Prepare clear, detailed investigative reports and present findings to management.
Assist in developing training programs to educate employees, dealers, and customers on brand protection best practices.
Monitor global trends in counterfeiting and IP infringement to recommend proactive strategies.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
5+ years in investigations, brand protection, law enforcement, corporate security, or a related field, ideally in automotive, manufacturing, or consumer goods.
Strong understanding of intellectual property law (trademark, copyright, trade dress) and enforcement processes.
Preferred Qualifications
Proven investigative skills, including OSINT techniques and evidence collection.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases simultaneously.
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