[XC] Market Intelligence and Competitor Analysis Specialist

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[仕事内容_Job Description] Our team helps Bosch’s Cross-Domain Computing business make informed strategic decisions. In this role, you will assess how changes in automotive markets, competition, technology, and regulation affect our business and provide actionable recommendations. Market Intelligence: Monitor the Japanese automotive market and the global activities of Japanese vehicle manufacturers, including customer strategies, competitors, technologies, business models, and end-user trends. Analyze company reports, industry databases, market studies, news, trade fairs, and internal business data. Independently plan and execute market-intelligence projects. Analyze and visualize business data using tools such as Power BI. Deliver market updates and strategic recommendations to regional and global management. Support scenario analysis and competitive simulations with regional sales and strategy teams. Public Policy and Regulatory Intelligence: Monitor automotive safety regulations and assessment programs, including Japan NCAP and other regional NCAP programs. Assess and communicate their implications for product roadmaps and market opportunities. Build constructive relationships with relevant government agencies and industry bodies. Business Unit Strategy Partner: Serve as the strategy partner for one Bosch mobility technology business area in Japan (i.e. support them in developing their strategy and ensure alignment with overall strategy). Work with regional business leaders and product managers to bring East Asia market and business perspective into global strategy discussions. [募集背景_Reason for recruitment] Replacement hire [ポジションの魅力・得られるスキル_ Attractive aspects of the position and skills that can be acquired] International exposure: Work directly with regional and global decision-makers. Broad strategic scope: Work across market intelligence, competitor analysis, regulation, and business strategy. Visible impact: Contribute to strategic priorities, product roadmaps, and management decisions. High degree of ownership: Independently lead projects from the initial question to the management recommendation. Modern toolkit: Use data visualization, automation, and AI tools in daily work. [求める人物像_ Goal / mission of this role and team] Identify external developments that may affect Bosch’s mobility business, assess their implications, and ensure that relevant insights are reflected in regional and global strategy. [期待される役割_Current challenges and expectations after joining team] Build a strong understanding of Bosch’s mobility business, customers, competitors, and strategic priorities. Establish effective relationships with regional, global, and external stakeholders. Deliver independent market and regulatory analysis that clearly explains the business implications. Take ownership of recurring activities, improve the use of data and automation, and become a trusted strategy partner for the assigned business area. [チームの雰囲気・特徴_Team atmosphere, characteristics] A collaborative regional team of professionals, representing 5 nationalities, varying levels of experience and a variety of industrial backgrounds, based in Japan, Thailand, and Korea. [出張頻度_Frequency of business trips (domestic and international):] Domestic: once or twice per month. International: up to once per year. [リモートワークの頻度_Frequency and ease of remote work] The team works flexibly. Many members currently work remotely 2-4 days per week with office presence based on business and stakeholder needs. [必須の経験・スキル_ Required experience, skills, background (industry, job type, major)] Professional-level Japanese, equivalent to JLPT N1. Business-level English, equivalent to TOEIC 850 or above. Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to turn detailed research into concise recommendations for senior decision-makers. Ability to work independently across cultures and functions and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, with experience using Power BI and SharePoint or equivalent tools. Ability to interpret company financial statements. Degree in computer science, electronics engineering, business, or a related field. [あれば望ましい経験・スキル_ Desirable experience, skills, background (industry, job type, major)] Experience in automotive, mobility technology, market intelligence, or strategy. Knowledge of ADAS, infotainment, vehicle computing, software-defined vehicles, or related technologies. Experience analyzing large numerical data sets, such as bottom-up market forecasts. Academic or professional experience spanning business and a relevant technical field. [英語の使用頻度_Frequency/scenarios of English usage] Spoken and written English is used daily with colleagues and stakeholders worldwide. The history of Bosch is the history of car evolution. As a top-class automotive equipment supplier, Bosch Corporation supports market expansion/inroads domestically as well as globally. Bosch will continue to pursue forward-looking technologies such as the new generation of technologies for ecology, economy and safety as well as next-generation energy technologies, to keep cars as a part of the society and of the world. With its innovative technologies, Bosch Corporation has expanded into various fields such as consumer goods and building technologies. To become a key partner for every customer. Bosch will continue to drive for greater expectations.