Strategy Manager Europe

?? Strategy Manager – Europe Leeds (UK) or Cologne (Germany)Hybrid / Field-Based ¦ International Strategy Team Are you ready to shape the future of automotive transformation across Europe?Cox Automotive is looking for a strategic thinker, collaborative partner, and analytical problem-solver to join our International Strategy team as Strategy Manager – Europe. Whether you’re based in Leeds or Cologne, you’ll play a pivotal role in guiding leadership decisions, influencing key growth initiatives, and helping define how we invest, innovate and win across the UK and Continental Europe. ?? Why this role matters Europe is one of the most exciting growth regions for Cox Automotive. With a mature UK operation and rapidly expanding Continental European businesses, this role puts you at the heart of the decision-making that shapes our future. You’ll work directly with senior leaders, support high-impact strategic projects, and bring clarity to complex questions around markets, opportunities, diversification, and M&A. This is a role for someone who thrives on influence, insight, and meaningful impact. ?? What you’ll do In this role, you will: Lead strategic projects that inform where we play, how we win, and what we prioritise. Conduct market, customer and competitor assessments across Europe. Develop insights that cut through ambiguity and support critical business decisions. Build financial and strategic models to guide investment choices. Partner with business leaders across multiple markets to shape strategic plans. Support M&A analysis and due-diligence activities. Create compelling presentations and storylines for executive audiences. Work with cross-functional teams across Europe, and collaborate with global teams in the US, ANZ and Brazil. No two days are the same—this is a role where curiosity, drive and influence truly matter. ? What you’ll bring 3& Salary: Competitive Salary, Bonus & Benefits