About the Role:
Grade Level (for internal use):
10
The Role: Principal Analyst, Automotive Feature Planning
The Team: At S&P Global Mobility, our Automotive Supply Chain and Technology team is seeking a Principal Analyst in Feature Planning with a strong automotive background. If you're enthusiastic about cars, technology, and the future of mobility, and if the idea of virtual services shaping the future vehicle experience excites you, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
The Impact: You will be part of a global team of nearly 100 analysts within the Automotive Supply Chain, Technology, and Aftermarket organization. You will engage daily with a dedicated global team focused on researching Connected Car and Vehicle Experience topics as well as a broader organization looking at every area of the vehicle.
Responsibilities:
Develop strategic relationships with automakers to act as a key liaison with S&P Global technical experts and consulting specialists to bring innovative, value-add solutions to support business planning decisions
Contribute to the research and development of forecast databases across consumer-facing content including software-defined vehicles, connected cars, digital cockpits, over-the-air (OTA) updates, and connected services.
Conduct primary and secondary research on these technologies to enhance the quality and precision of deliverables.
Lead and manage complex research projects with the assistance of a team of subject matter experts.
Extract insights from data to present findings to the industry, whether directly to clients or through internal/external presentations via webinars or at in-person events.
Provide active support to clients in understanding the market, our methodology, and utilizing our data for critical business decisions.
Assist our sales team in showcasing products, capabilities, and expertise to potential clients.
Build and maintain an industry network to gather market perspectives and validate research assumptions.
Basic Qualifications:
A depth of understanding about the automaker feature selection process, cost consideration, market segmentation, and customer value proposition for in-vehicle features.
In-depth knowledge of the current state and future direction of the automotive industry, particularly concerning software-defined vehicles, including connected cars, digital cockpits, software, over-the-air (OTA) updates, and connected services.
Experience in vehicle technology competitive benchmarking, leveraging consumer preferences to develop feature roadmaps and define differentiation strategies.
Strong skills in data analysis and interpretation, especially when working with large datasets.
Demonstrable communication skills with internal and external stakeholders, in particular to international stakeholders, with the ability to deliver strategic recommendations to executive-level audiences.
High motivation and strong organizational skills to achieve challenging targets under tight deadlines.
Working experience of these automotive features at an automaker, with product and feature planning preferred, or client-facing experience in strategy consulting.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ideally, over 7 years of experience in the areas of automotive feature planning with consumer-facing content.
Experience with automotive market data platforms or feature benchmarking tools a plus. Preference for candidates with strong industry connections.
Passionate about the expansive field of software-defined vehicles.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with a helpful understanding of database mechanics (e.g., Access, SQL).
Fluent in English.
Compensation/Benefits Information (US Applicants Only): S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $75,671-$120,000. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual's geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan. This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits that we provide to our employees, please click here (https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries/us) .
Right to Work Requirements: This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.
About S&P Global Mobility
At S&P Global Mobility, we provide invaluable insights derived from unmatched automotive data, enabling our customers to anticipate change and make decisions with conviction. Our expertise helps them to optimize their businesses, reach the right consumers, and shape the future of mobility. We open the door to automotive innovation, revealing the buying patterns of today and helping customers plan for the emerging technologies of tomorrow.
For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/mobility .
What's In It For You?
Our Purpose:
Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology-the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.
Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.
Our People:
We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide-so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.
From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We're constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
Our Values:
Integrity, Discovery, Partnership
At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:
We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you-and your career-need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include:
Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference.
For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries
Inclusive Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.
Equal Opportunity Employer
S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to:? EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com ?and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.?
US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf ? describes discrimination protections under federal law. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision - https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp\%20English\formattedESQA508c.pdf
RESECH202.1 - Middle Professional Tier I (EEO Job Group)
Job ID: 312933
Posted On: 2025-04-14
Location: Southfield, Michigan, United States
