Chief Operations Director for Automotive Innovation

Overview
About Media, a leading media company driving transformative solutions in the automotive industry.
We are seeking a visionary leader with extensive experience in operations, client services, and integrated project management to join our team as Chief Operations Director for Automotive Innovation.
This role is critical to shaping the future of our operations, driving account-wide efficiency, and delivering exceptional outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and execute operational strategies aligned with client business objectives and organizational growth goals.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams across operations and project management to deliver integrated solutions and outstanding results.
• IDentify, implement, and champion cutting-edge tools, processes, and emerging technologies (e.g., AI, automation) to optimize workflows and ensure scalability.
• Cultivate executive-level relationships with key stakeholders across the client organization, serving as a trusted advisor and advocate for their business goals.
• Partner with client leadership to proactively identify opportunities for innovation, efficiency gains, and measurable impact.
• Monitor and analyze performance metrics to ensure accountability, effectiveness, and continuous operational improvement.
• Drive operational insights that influence both client outcomes and internal organizational success; ownership of financial success.
• Collaborate with executive leadership across creative, production, strategy, and technology teams to deliver seamless, integrated marketing solutions.
• Facilitate alignment between business units, ensuring consistency, communication, and operational unity.
• Mentor senior leaders within the operations function, fostering the next generation of leadership within the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred.
• 15 years of leadership experience in operations, client services, or project management, with a proven track record of delivering operational excellence in digital advertising, marketing, or creative production.
• Extensive experience managing complex, global accounts with enterprise clients, particularly within the automotive industry.
• Expertise in leveraging AI, automation, and other emerging technologies to create scalable operational models.
• Advanced knowledge of integrated marketing solutions, digital production, and multi-channel campaign management.
• Demonstrated success in change management, organizational transformation, and the implementation of cross-functional initiatives.
• A data-driven mindset, with a strong ability to synthesize insights into actionable strategies.
• Exceptional executive presence, with outstanding communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven leadership background with a large team of direct reports.

Additional Skillsets Preferred:

• Strong understanding of enablement strategies to drive team performance and productivity.
• Familiarity with advanced project management methodologies and platforms.