Head of Product - Automotive
Location: Ashby-de-la-Zouch (Hybrid)
Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 Basic + Car + Private Healthcare + Exceptional Bonus
We are working in partnership with a high-growth, innovation-led business operating within the automotive and logistics sector, looking to appoint a Head of Product - Automotive.
This is a pivotal senior leadership role where you will define the future direction of the automotive offering, shaping strategy and building the operating model to deliver real commercial impact.
The Opportunity
This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of a product function within a business that is investing heavily in growth, innovation, and customer-led solutions.
You will operate at the intersection of strategy, customer insight, and execution, driving a clear vision and ensuring it translates into measurable results.
Key Responsibilities
Define and own the long-term automotive product strategy and roadmap
Identify where the business should compete and win within the market
Translate strategy into clear, disciplined execution across the product lifecycle
Work closely with commercial teams to align customer demand with product direction
Develop and grow key strategic automotive accounts, increasing revenue and retention
Deliver solutions that improve efficiency, resilience, and service quality for customers
Balance innovation, profitability, and scalability when making investment decisions
What Success Looks Like
A clearly defined automotive strategy aligned to business growth
Increased revenue and retention across key accounts
Stronger product adoption and customer engagement
Improved cross-functional alignment and speed of execution
About You
Proven experience in product leadership or strategic commercial roles
Background within automotive, logistics, supply chain, mobility, or related sectors
Strong ability to connect market trends, customer needs, and business strategy
Commercially astute with experience influencing at senior or executive level
A leader who can balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery
WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs.
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