Senior Manager, Product Design

About Tekion:

Positively disrupting an industry that has not seen any innovation in over 50 years, Tekion has challenged the paradigm with the first and fastest cloud-native automotive platform that includes the revolutionary Automotive Retail Cloud (ARC) for retailers, Automotive Enterprise Cloud (AEC) for manufacturers and other large automotive enterprises and Automotive Partner Cloud (APC) for technology and industry partners. Tekion connects the entire spectrum of the automotive retail ecosystem through one seamless platform. The transformative platform uses cutting-edge technology, big data, machine learning, and AI to seamlessly bring together OEMs, retailers/dealers and consumers. With its highly configurable integration and greater customer engagement capabilities, Tekion is enabling the best automotive retail experiences ever. Tekion employs close to 3,000 people across North America, Asia and Europe.

At Tekion, design and user experience (UX) are at the forefront of everything we do. Our Design team include 80+ designers who are passionate about quality, usability, and simplicity. We work on collaborative teams to solve complex challenges and craft experiences that highlight our products' unique capabilities and personalities.

What you will be doing:

• Multi-Product Focus You’ll manage Design across various product verticals, ensuring cohesive and effective solutions throughout our platform.
• Customer + Business-Centric Approach Your focus will be on creating exceptional customer experiences while aligning with our business objectives. 
• Team Development You’ll foster an environment that encourages collaboration, creativity, and professional development.
• Process Optimization You’ll work towards streamlining processes and enhancing team efficiency.
• Data-Informed Decision Making You’ll use both quantitative and qualitative data to drive and validate design decisions.
• Technical Proficiency From strategy to delivery, you’ll guide the team across all aspects of the design process.
• Effective Communication You’ll present ideas and strategies to team members and stakeholders, articulating complex concepts clearly.
• Innovation Culture You’ll balance experimentation and innovation with practical implementation, setting high standards for the team.

Who we're looking for:

• Leadership Experience: You have at least 4 years of experience managing design teams, with a track record of successful product deliveries.
• B2B Product Expertise: You’ve worked on B2B products and understand the unique challenges they present.
• Business Acumen: You appreciate the intersection of design and business, using this understanding to lead your design decisions.
• Process Definition: You have experience implementing effective systems and workflows that enhance team productivity
• Technical Know-How: You’re well-versed in various design disciplines and can provide guidance across different areas.
• Communication Skills: You’re adept at explaining design concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

Essentials:

• Experience: Minimum 4 years leading design teams in a professional setting.
• Skill Set: Proficiency in design strategy, UX/UI principles, team leadership, and process optimization.
• Mindset: Innovative thinking balanced with pragmatic, data-informed decision-making.
• Industry Interest: While not required, an interest in automotive and technology sectors is beneficial.

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Dynamic and inclusive work environment
• Health and wellness programs

Tekion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, victim of violence or having a family member who is a victim of violence, the intersectionality of two or more protected categories, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

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