Head of Product Innovation Portfolio Strategy & Development (m/f/d)
About this role
Req ID 90285 | Warsaw, Poland, ZF Automotive Systems Poland Sp. z o.o.
About the Team:
Key purpose of the role is 1). Drive growth in non ZF OE areas in line with ZF portfolio and market needs 2). Identify opportunities from non ZF OE areas and translate them into future AM product roadmap 3). Size, prioritize opportunities and develop related business models
What you can look forward to as Head of Product Innovation Portfolio Strategy & Development
- Translate market trend & customer needs into Non-ZF OE product/business strategy and product portfolio roadmap,
- Accountable for defining and deploying overall strategy related to expanding portfolio in Non-ZF OE products in alignment with regions and Business Lines,
- Accountable for sizing and prioritizing business opportunities to create high level business cases for internal alignment and approval based on governance process,
- Ensure flawless hand-over of the solid business cases to category for execution,
- Conceptualize profitable business models and sellable products & services by considering M&A, strategic partnership to drive sustainable growth in selected areas,
- Connect with industry partners, representing ZF aftermarket in the industry community to generate common ideas and platforms,
- Present selected ideas to the governance platform,
- Accountable for non ZF OE new product portfolio sales contribution to the overall Aftermarket targets (OP),
- Accountable for strategic planning SP/IP contribution of new products with target to achieve 15% new business share captured in divisional strategy house.
Your Profile as Head of Product Innovation Portfolio Strategy & Development:
- Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Marketing, Innovation Management, or a related field. International portfolio management or business development background,
- 12-15+ years’ experience in Product Management, Portfolio Management, Innovation, Strategy, Business Development or Aftermarket business,
- Strong exposure to automotive aftermarket, mobility, industrial, or technology – driven business,
- Proven track record in identifying growth opportunities and launching new products, solutions, or business models,
- Very high level of business acumen,
- Good knowledge of ZF products, internal structures and processes is a big plus,
- Strong interest in new technology and business models,
- Strong leadership incl. negotiation, communication and relationship management skills,
- Fluency in English (additional languages are a plus).
Why you should choose ZF in Warsaw:
- An employment contract in a stable, global company
- Implementation package-full training and support from experienced managers and employees who will make sure that you feel comfortable while performing newly entrusted tasks,
- Hybrid or remote system work and flexible working hours,
- Possibility of participation in private medical care and life insurance,
- Annual bonus, cafeteria system, company car,
- Very good working atmosphere - working in an international team, interesting projects, and tasks.
Be part of our ZF team as Head of Product Innovation Portfolio Strategy & Development (m/f/d) and apply now!
Contact
Joanna Becher
Company at a glance
ZF is a global technology company supplying advanced mobility products and systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and industrial technology. Its comprehensive product range is primarily aimed at vehicle manufacturers, mobility providers and start-up companies in the fields of transportation and mobility. ZF electrifies a wide range of vehicle types. With its products, the company contributes to reducing emissions, protecting the climate as well as enhancing safe mobility. Alongside the automotive sector – passenger cars and commercial vehicles – ZF also serves market segments such as construction and agricultural machinery, wind power, marine propulsion, rail drives and test systems.
With some 153,000 employees worldwide, ZF reported sales of €38.8 billion in fiscal year 2025. The company operates 162 production locations in 29 countries.
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Top Benefits
- Private medical care
- Life insurance
- Annual bonus
- Cafeteria system
- Company car
- Training and support
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