VP, Automotive (Puerto Rico)

About the role

Assurant is looking for a strategic, results-oriented leader to head its Automotive Line of Business. The role leads a complex, fast-evolving portfolio in the vehicle industry and is accountable for performance, profitable growth and product strategy. It is a high-impact opportunity to shape the future of automotive services while leading a growing business with significant revenue and profitability goals. The candidate must reside in or relocate to Puerto Rico.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute the AUTO LOB vision, growth strategy, product roadmap, operating plans and financial plans.
• Analyze vehicle market trends to forecast objectives and identify and size growth opportunities.
• Own P&L accountability for the AUTO LOB, partnering with other countries, centers of excellence and shared services to meet local and enterprise targets.
• Recommend and manage enterprise investments, operating expenses and advertising and promotional spend.
• Provide direct oversight of AUTO business performance in Puerto Rico, including client results tracked through StoneEagle metrics, and maintain accountability for all AUTO products.
• Expand the business through client engagement, channel partnerships, competitive analysis and industry research.
• Apply risk management expertise, monitor trends and recommend changes as needed.
• Build and develop a high-performing team, lead cross-functional collaboration and coordinate regional and corporate efforts.

Required profile

• 15+ years of experience in general management, business development and services support.
• Demonstrated P&L ownership, with accountability for revenue growth and profitability.
• Proven ability to build and lead high-performing leadership teams and foster a culture of engagement, growth, accountability and outperformance.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, preferably with a concentration in Finance, Accounting or Marketing.
• 10+ years of experience in the automotive ecosystem, including one or more of: OEM, captive finance, third-party administrator, retail, auto lending or insurance.
• Proven general management and negotiation experience in multi-country or regional environments.
• Deep knowledge of the Puerto Rico automotive market, including key players, dynamics and regulatory considerations.
• Fully bilingual (English and Spanish).

Required skills

• Basic working knowledge of Property & Casualty (P&C) insurance.
• Strong capability to transfer business knowledge and best practices across teams, geographies and functions.