Commercial Vehicle Market Research Analyst

Job title: Commercial Vehicle Market Research Analyst

About the Role Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a Commercial Vehicle Market Research Analyst for the Commercial Vehicle Development Department. The role focuses on analyzing market research materials and translating insights into strategic recommendations to inform Hyundai's North American commercial vehicle development. This position requires collaboration with global and North American teams and external partners to align product planning with market requirements.

What You'll Do

• Analyze commercial vehicle sales/production forecasts, competitor technology trends, economic indicators, and policy/regulation, and translate market intelligence into strategic recommendations.
• Coordinate with partner research firms, managing the end-to-end execution of research clinics/studies (recruiting, logistics, moderation, and deliverables) to ensure objectives are met on time and within budget.
• Own research quality and stakeholder alignment as the primary HATCI contact throughout research studies, providing guidance to partner research/consulting firms and course correction as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (global R&D, global corporate HQ, North America R&D, North America corporate HQ) to develop research objectives, study scope, and interview guides for research clinics/studies.
• Represent HATCI at industry trade shows/conferences, while building relationships with key industry players, and identifying emerging customer needs and competitive threats.
• Support executive decision-making by delivering reports and strategic recommendations to senior leadership, providing actionable insights and recommendations for Hyundai strategic planning.
• Monitor regulation and policy landscape across Class 2b through Class 8 commercial vehicles, including emissions standards, zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) credits, safety homologation, fuel economy standards, and more.
• Manage administrative tasks, including purchasing requests, timecards, and travel arrangements.
• Travel up to 20% (domestically/internationally).

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree (field not specified; equivalent education/experience acceptable).
• Experience in market research, data analysis, and translating market intelligence into strategic recommendations.
• Experience coordinating with external research firms and managing end-to-end research clinics/studies (recruiting, logistics, moderation, deliverables).
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management across global and North America R&D and corporate teams.
• Knowledge of commercial vehicle market segments (Class 2b–Class 8) and related regulatory areas (emissions, ZEV credits, safety homologation, fuel economy).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to deliver actionable insights for executive decision-making.
• Ability to travel up to 20% domestically/internationally.