About Horse Powertrain
Horse Powertrain Limited is an independent new powertrain solutions business, with over 125 years of heritage from Renault and Geely. We develop and produce world-class hybrid and combustion engines and transmissions to move our industry forward, offering many different paths to net zero.
Horse Powertrain has 19,000 dedicated and determined employees, working in 17 manufacturing plants, and 5 R&D centers on three continents. This role is employed by Horse Powertrain Ltd and is based at head office in London, with occasional travel possible to Horse Powertrain’s other sites.
Why join us?
At Horse Powertrain, you’ll have opportunities to grow your career while making a difference. This is a dynamic, international environment, staffed by caring and collaborative people. If you’re ready to create excellence with us, you’ll be appreciated and rewarded.
Overview
Own and drive the North America commercial strategy for a global automotive business while leading relationships with assigned OEMS, Ford & GM. This is a high-impact leadership role focused on accelerating growth, winning new business, and building long-term OEM partnerships in a highly competitive market.
What You’ll Do...
Drive Market Growth
Define and execute a bold NA sales strategy aligned to global goals
Build a strong pipeline and unlock new revenue opportunities
Leverage market and competitor insights to stay ahead
Win & Grow Key Accounts
Lead relationships with major OEMs at the executive level
Close complex, high-value deals and secure long-term partnerships
Drive program wins and business expansion
Lead & Build
Partner cross-functionally (R&D, Product, Operations, Finance) to deliver winning solutions
Build and scale a high-performing U.S. sales team
Align regional execution with global priorities
Stakeholder Engagement
Represent U.S. sales in senior leadership and strategic forums
Shape business planning, forecasting, and investment decisions
Global Responsibility: assigned OEM Accounts
Own the global strategy and relationship with Ford & GM
Ensure a consistent, world-class commercial approach across regions
Drive alignment on roadmaps, contracts, and long-term growth plans
Act as the internal expert —guiding strategy, investments, and priorities
What you will bring...
10+ years of progressive sales leadership in the automotive supplier space, ideally within a Tier 1 environment
Proven success winning and growing major OEM accounts across the U.S. or North America
Strong experience implementing and leading global commercial frameworks and processes
Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and scale high-performing teams
Established relationships with U.S OEMs and deep understanding of how to successfully navigate the account
Strong executive presence with proven ability to engage, influence, and present to senior leadership
Strategic thinking with operational execution capabilities
High-level analytical and data-driven decision-making skills
Equal opportunities employer
As a company, we are committed to equal opportunities, and recruit people based on their competencies and qualifications. We encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply for our job vacancies. If you believe you have the skills and passion to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you. Let’s explore the possibilities together.
How to apply
Please note that due to data regulations, we do not accept applications via email.
Horse Powertrain Limited is a global leader in powertrain solutions. Learn more at www.horse-powertrain.com
Skills Required
- 10+ years of progressive sales leadership in the automotive supplier space, ideally within a Tier 1 environment
- Proven success winning and growing major OEM accounts across the U.S. or North America
- Established relationships with U.S. OEMs (e.g., Ford, GM) and deep understanding of navigating those accounts
- Strong experience implementing and leading global commercial frameworks and processes
- Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and scale high-performing sales teams
- Strong executive presence with ability to engage, influence, and present to senior leadership
- Strategic thinking with operational execution capabilities
- High-level analytical and data-driven decision-making skills
What We Do
Horse Powertrain Limited is an independent global leader in hybrid and thermal powertrain solutions, with over 125 years of heritage from Renault and Geely. The company develops and produces next-generation powertrain solutions for low-emission energy and alternative fuels, aiming to support the global transition toward a more sustainable mobility future through innovation in engines and transmissions.
