Head of Commercial Projects

Slate
Michigan
About Slate

At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.

Who We Are Looking For

The Head of Commercial Projects is a strategic leader responsible for driving cross-functional Commercial initiatives, supporting executive decision-making, and managing high-impact projects that span internal teams and external partners. This role requires coordination, analytical rigor, project leadership, and the ability to synthesize insights across functions to inform strategy and execution.

What You Get To Do

Lead & Coordinate Strategic Projects:

  • Drive commercial and special projects, especially those that are cross-functional or lack a dedicated owner.
  • Manage projects with external stakeholders/partners that intersect multiple commercial functions.

Analytical Support & Problem Solving

  • Provide analytical support for decision-making and problem-solving, especially for the Commercial team and executive leadership.
  • Respond to unexpected challenges with structured, data-driven solutions.

Team Leadership

  • Oversee and mentor a team of analysts, ensuring high-quality output and professional growth.

Reporting & Insights

  • Synthesize business intelligence, persona data, and market insights to inform commercial strategy.
  • Own or coordinate executive and operational reporting for commercial performance, including dashboards and KPI tracking.

Commercial Operations Support

  • Support org planning, milestone management, and leadership report synthesis.
  • Fill gaps in commercial team operations as needed, including market research, regulatory analysis, and partnership coordination.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Build and maintain strong working relationships across all company functions.
  • Represent the commercial team in cross-functional forums and with external partners.

What You Bring To The Team

  • 10+ years' experience in commercial operations, strategy, or project management within a high-growth environments.
  • Highly structured, analytical approach to problem solving and project management.
  • Quick learner able to ramp up on new topics (e.g., battery costing, dealer law).
  • Ability to synthesize information across functions and communicate clearly and concisely.
  • Proven track record of delivering high-quality output under tight deadlines.
  • Experience managing or mentoring analysts or junior team members.
  • Familiarity with executive-level decision-making and reporting.
  • Experience with external partnership management.
  • Comfort with ambiguity and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving organization.

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?

At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.

  • Safety First
  • Delight Customers
  • One Team
  • Relentless Improvement
  • Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy
  • Respectful Collaboration
  • Positive Legacy

WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.

Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].
Posted 2025-11-15

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