Minimum qualifications:

　　Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience 15 years of professional experience in Manufacturing, in particular, Industrial Manufacturing

　　10 years of customer-facing experience running engagements with clients (e.g., consulting, project management, sales, implementation or technical sales)

　　5 years of experience with information technology and computer systems that support enterprise goals (including cloud technologies and machine learning)

　　Preferred qualifications: MBA degree

　　10 years of executive experience

　　Experience operating in a global role/on a global scale

　　Executive digital transformation experience within a major manufacturing organization and experience with consulting Knowledge of industrial automation (OT) systems

　　Established, actionable relevant executive/C-suite relationships and a reputation within the Manufacturing ecosystem

　　About the job

　　As a Director, you will coordinate a cross-functional global team to meet and exceed challenging growth goals. Displaying a "customer first" orientation, you will fully understands the value of Google's solutions in the enterprise space, and will bring an operational approach. You'll define Google Cloud's industry product and solution strategy in close collaboration with its customers.

　　In this role, you will have an excellent understanding of the manufacturing sector and how technology can help companies to achieve their strategic roadmap. You will utilize innovative thinking to make a difference. You will use in-depth manufacturing expertise as well as a broad view on challenges and opportunities of manufacturing companies across their entire value chain. You will partner with other functional teams to ensure excellent execution and success.

　　Additionally, you will use a natural player-coach mindset. You will interface with C-level executives and work on the details of large agreements. You will run the business autonomously while leveraging the connections to the broader organization.You will leverage your industry domain knowledge to analyze industry trends and to inform product roadmaps. You will design go-to-market strategies and coordinate for emerging solutions and agreements. You will engage with key industry customers to provide unique domain expertise and to co-design products/solutions. You will also manage iterative product development processes necessary for AI-based solutions.

　　Google Cloud accelerates organizations' ability to digitally transform their business with the best infrastructure, platform, industry solutions and expertise. We deliver enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google's cutting-edge technology - all on the cleanest cloud in the industry. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth and solve their most critical business problems.

　　The US base salary range for this full-time position is $246,000-$361,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

　　Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google .

　　Responsibilities

　　Own the Manufacturing Industry strategy and roadmap (jointly with global automotive market lead). Understand customer demand and work with our product teams to develop industry solutions. Define, review, and agree to a clear set of priorities, joint initiatives, and roadmap. Coordinate the cross-functional Industry Team and build and foster relationships with Google leaders across the organization.

　　Demonstrate global thought leadership at events and publications.

　　Be responsible for Independent Software Vendor (ISV) and Tech Partnership Relationship and Acquisitions.

　　Oversee quality assurance of SI Enablement.