Kevin MENSAH

About

I am a program management and business development leader with over 15 years of experience in the automotive and mobility sectors. I drive growth by guiding global, cross-functional teams through complex, high-stakes initiatives that bridge technology, strategy, and execution. My career spans engineering leadership, cross-regional program delivery, and business development for OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers across Europe and Asia. I specialize in aligning innovation with commercial objectives to create scalable and profitable outcomes. Known for resilience, vision, and execution discipline, I build bridges between technical and commercial domains, scale organizations, and translate strategic intent into measurable business results. Fluent in four languages and currently learning Chinese, I bring a global mindset and cultural fluency to every partnership. My mission is to shape the future of mobility by turning cutting-edge technologies into lasting competitive advantages. Technologies: LIDAR, Radar, Camera, ultrasonic sensors, infotainment & multimedia, windows lifts & locks, ECUs

Experience

• Global Head of Program management - French OEMs at Kiekert AG
  Oct 2025 - Present · 9 mos

  PM Leadership & business development P&L accountability Main Responsibilities: • Lead global program management for French OEMs, ensuring successful launches and strategic customer alignment. • Drive portfolio growth, design-to-cost targets, and compliance with quality and regulatory standards. • Build and maintain trustful C-level relationships, representing customer interests while advancing Kiekert’s strategy.

• Déménagement at Career Break
  Jul 2025 - Sep 2025 · 3 mos

• Europe Automotive Market | Sales & Program Management Lead at Hesai Technology
  Oct 2023 - Jul 2025 · 1 yr 10 mos

• ZF Group (Full-time · 5 yrs 1 mo)
  • Portfolio Manager ADAS EMEA
    May 2020 - Oct 2023 · 3 yrs 6 mos

  • Program Manager on Vehicle Dynamic Control - ADAS Surround sensing
    Oct 2018 - Oct 2023 · 5 yrs 1 mo

    Reporting to General management *BI Worldwide *P&L accountability *Opportunities filtering *Products definition *Marketing strategy : 5 years plan *Internal fund raising : Buy-in from Regions *Procurement : components & professionnal services *Legal reviews *Project execution : Excellence & Productivity *Monitoring & Controlling *Manufacturing & Logistic *Safe launch & Claim management

• Technical Project Leader - Automotive for Volkswagen at ALTEN Germany
  Jan 2017 - Sep 2018 · 1 yr 9 mos

  Alten Technology for Volkswagen Managing 8 projects for Volkswagen Leading 140 engineers *Recruitment & Marketing *Team leadership *Coaching *Skills management *Project execution & profitability *Account management