Trends & Foresight Manager
Headquarters & Technology Center - Auburn Hills
- Marketing
- Full-time
- trend analysis
- foresight manager
- consumer insights
The Trends & Foresight Manager anticipates market and consumer trends using both qualitative and quantitative research methods to inform long-term brand and product strategies. This role involves leading foresight frameworks, scenario planning, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to embed insights into strategic decision-making. The manager also represents the company externally and manages customer communities to maintain agile market insights.
We are seeking a strategic and culturally agile Foresight Manager to anticipate market shifts, consumer trends, and dynamics across markets. This role blends foresight expertise with deep customer research capabilities to generate actionable insights that inform long-term brand and product strategy.
Key Responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Build partnership to foster multiple sources of trends and signals, interpret macro trends, signals, and societal shifts across generations, cultures, and social classes
- Lead foresight frameworks and scenario planning to support strategic decision-making
- Design and execute customer research programs using both quantitative (e.g., segmentation, surveys) and qualitative (e.g., ethnography, interviews) methodologies
- Capture nuanced consumer behaviors and expectations across diverse markets and demographics, translate insights into strategic narratives and foresight reports for senior leadership
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Brand, Product, Strategy, Design) to embed foresight into long term planning cycles, Design and Brands perspectives
- Represent Stellantis in external foresight and research networks
- Manage a customer community to foster agile surveys and dialogues
- Lead STEEP and Trends review approach transversally
Our Benefits - Designed with You in Mind
Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage
From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage - ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.
Generous Paid Time Off
We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.
Competitive Retirement Savings Plans
We help you plan for the future with:
- An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
- An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute
Income Protection & Insurance Options
Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs - because your peace of mind matters.
Company Vehicle Lease Program
Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
Family Building Benefit
We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
Support for Your Growth and Giving Back
We believe in investing in your future and your passions:
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student loan refinancing programs
- 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community
And so much more!
When you join us, you’re not just building a career - you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.




