Innovation & Strategic Programmes Manager

SG Group

Innovation manager advancing Ayvens’ sustainable mobility, leasing, and fleet-management solutions. Driving electrification, connected vehicles, autonomous mobility, and strategic programmes across the Group.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeAmsterdam • 🇳🇱 NetherlandsMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing cross-functional innovation projects and developing scalable business cases within the mobility sector. Proficient in stakeholder management and strategic recommendations to drive autonomous mobility and robotaxi initiatives.

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Mobility EcosystemsProject ManagementStakeholder ManagementBusiness Case DevelopmentInnovation Ecosystems

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Hard Skills

Business DevelopmentStrategic PlanningData-Enabled ServicesFleet ManagementAnalytical MindsetPilot DesignKPI DefinitionImplementation PlanningMarket Insights TranslationFinancial Outcomes

Soft Skills

CollaborationInfluencing SkillsEngagementCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's Degree in Business AdministrationMaster's Degree in ManagementMaster's Degree in InnovationMaster's Degree in Strategy

Industry Keywords

Autonomous MobilityRobotaxiRide-HailingConnected VehiclesEV ChargingEmerging Mobility ModelsInnovation GovernanceStrategic Mobility ProductsPartnership DevelopmentMobility Trends

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and drive the innovation roadmap by monitoring mobility trends and identifying market opportunities and country best practices
Provide strategic recommendations to senior leadership
Lead innovation acceleration initiatives, support pilot projects, and scale best practices across the Group
Manage cross-functional and international innovation projects, including business case development, pilot design, governance, KPI definition, and implementation planning
Manage senior stakeholders for project development and sponsorship at central and local levels
Build and engage a global innovation community
Foster collaboration between local entities and share innovation insights and learnings
Drive the autonomous mobility and robotaxi workstream by assessing business models, use cases, ecosystem partnerships, and pilot opportunities
Prepare executive-level presentations, analyses, and decision-making materials
Support innovation governance and strategic programme deployment
Support the launch and management of strategic mobility products and services

Requirements

What you’ll need

Relevant experience in a similar role
Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, Innovation, Strategy, or a related field is preferred
Minimum 5 years of experience in mobility, automotive, leasing, fleet management, strategy, innovation, consulting, business development, partnerships, or operations
Strong understanding of mobility ecosystems, including fleet services, connected vehicles, EV charging, data-enabled services, and emerging mobility models
Proven experience developing business cases, innovation pilots, and scalable solutions with clear financial, operational, and strategic outcomes
Strong project management skills with experience leading cross-functional and international initiatives
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, including exposure to senior leadership and matrix organizations
Analytical mindset with the ability to translate market insights into actionable strategies and recommendations
Experience in innovation ecosystems, partnership development, autonomous mobility, robotaxi, ride-hailing, or advanced mobility solutions is considered a strong advantage
Fluent English is required
Additional languages are considered an asset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive rewards and recognition
Compensation and competitive benefits
Rich development opportunities
Professional growth opportunities
Training and experience on the job
Wide variety of benefits supporting mental and physical wellbeing
Work–life balance support
Equal opportunity and inclusive work environment