[Company / Industry] Global Automotive Parts company / Automotive
[Position] CTO
[Function] Research & Development
[Compensation] TBD
[Location] Korea
[Consultant in charge] Simon S. Kim
Client Introduction:
Our client is a global leader in manufacturing of automotive moving parts. It is headquartered in North East Asia, and is present in 10+ countries in the world, 3 subsidiary companies, 7 domestic plants, 7 overseas plants, 3 overseas sales branches and 3 research centers with 5,000 employees. Our client is indispensable, strategic partner for some of the leading vehicle manufacturers in the world.
Position Background:
Our client has a very close working relationship with one of the well-known global vehicle manufacturer and its business depends heavily on the manufacturer. Due to characteristic of the business, CTO and R&D center plays a critical role in maintaining and further developing the future business of the company. Therefore, the company has decided to bring in a CTO from overseas, hoping to further expand current business with new clients and introduce leading technical know-how and experience into the organization. Position reports to CEO.
Job Description:
Lead overall preceding technology initiatives
R&D Center organization and personnel management (110+ employees)
Plan, set and allocate preceding technology tasks
Responsible for mid and long term technology
Act as technology point of contact for global clients
Support/manage overseas R&D Centers
Job Requirement:
15+ years of relevant work experience from global automotive parts maker (Especially prefer the experience of Door Latch and Door Moving part)
Mechanical background
Prefer candidates with higher education than MS/MBA
Fluent English or Japanese is a must
Have no issues in living and working overseas
Candidates with established network into global vehicle makers
If you are interested, please contact simon.kim@rp4rp.com