BrightDrop - Manufacturing EU Growth Leader Job

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Job Description
AtBrightDrop, we are reshaping e-commerce by developing smarter, greener, and more efficient ways to deliver goods and services to your door, while delivering a brighter future for the cities where we live. We are building an ecosystem of all-electric, zero-emissions delivery solutions - from electric vehicles, toePalletsandsoftware that leverages real-time data todrive intelligent optimizationsfor e-commerce. To deliver on our mission we are growing fast and building a team, based inPalo Alto,with offices in Atlanta and Detroit,that is customer-focused, agile and passionate about innovating for a more sustainable future.


From engineering to product managementandoperations,BrightDropis looking for people who can combine a passion for technology and sustainability with high doses of curiosity and rigorous thinking to deliver a better future.


Backed by General Motors,BrightDropis striving to improve the communities where we live and deliver a better future for generations to come. We hope you'll join us.



The Role
The Manufacturing EU Growth Leader will provide direct strategic and operational leadership to the BrightDrop Manufacturing organization.As a key leader for manufacturing, you will find yourself in a fast-paced environment to grow markets and deliver on the BrightDrop mission.


This position will focus primarily on growth operations to expand the BrightDrop reach into EU markets.Key tasks will include but not limited to:


Engage with the BrightDrop strategy team to develop our manufacturing approach to support EU markets
Identify and create approach to support van (EV410) and EP1 (and variants) delivery to EU markets


Identify financial implication of shipping from US versus localization of production
Create strategy to support both methodologies
Identify / interview / complete due diligence for potential localized contract manufacturers
Understand tax/tariff/govt incentive implications for each mfg strategy
Identify manufacturing cost impacts for EU homologation and create strategy to support manufacturing
Collaborate with both internal BrightDrop engineering as well as Mfg Eng / Ops resources from General Motors
Support other growth markets as needed (Canada, Mx, MEO, SA, etc.)
Lead all projects / initiatives that fall outside discreet EV van/EP1 programs including special projects as needed.
Additional Job Description
Bachelors degree with Masters preferred
10 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, manufacturing operations and new product launch
International experience in manufacturing engineering or mfg planning
Familiarity in financial and growth analysis of potential mfg scenarios
High comfort with ambiguity with a positive attitude and a drive towards results
Strength in manufacturing engineering / operations and future vehicle studies
Ability to work well cross-functionality within manufacturing and across other organizations
Demonstrated planning and organizational skills
Exceptional interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.



Why Join Us
We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.



Benefits Overview
The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.



Diversity Information
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities.GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.


We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.



Equal Employment Opportunity Statements
The policy of General Motors is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, General Motors is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us ****. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Job Criteria:
Start Date: ASAP
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
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