Nils Schanz
About Nils Schanz
Nils Schanz serves as the Head of User Interaction Voice Control at Mercedes-Benz, a position he has held since 2018. He has extensive experience in various roles within Daimler AG and its subsidiaries, focusing on product management and innovation.
Work at Daimler
Nils Schanz has been with Daimler AG since 2007, holding various positions over the years. He currently serves as the Head of User Interaction Voice Control for Mercedes-Benz, a role he has occupied since 2018 in Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. Prior to this position, he was involved in product management and strategy, including roles such as Chief of Staff to the Vice President of Digital Vehicle and Mobility and Head of Product Management User Interaction. His tenure at Daimler reflects a progressive career focused on user interaction and product innovation.
Experience in Research and Development
Before his current role, Nils Schanz worked at Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc. as the Director of IoT and Wearables from 2016 to 2018 in Sunnyvale, California, United States. This position involved overseeing initiatives related to Internet of Things (IoT) technologies and wearable devices, contributing to the advancement of connected vehicle technologies and user experiences.
Product Management Background
Nils Schanz has extensive experience in product management within Daimler AG. He worked in product management for vans from 2010 to 2012 and was involved in product strategy and innovation management from 2007 to 2010. His roles have included developing strategies for product offerings and managing the lifecycle of various vehicle models, which has contributed to the overall product development processes at Daimler.
Leadership Roles
Throughout his career, Nils Schanz has held several leadership positions at Daimler AG. He served as Head of Product Management User Interaction from 2012 to 2015, where he focused on enhancing user experiences through innovative interaction methods. His role as Chief of Staff to the Vice President of Digital Vehicle and Mobility from 2015 to 2016 further solidified his expertise in digital transformation and mobility solutions within the automotive sector.