Business Operations Manager

About the role

To lead and manage overall section operations reporting to section head. Provide guidance and support to section members by promoting a positive culture to enhance moral and motivation of the team. Achieve set KPI, financial targets, and work towards growing the business. What You'll Do Provides leadership in problem solving and improvement activities for all employees. Address issues and report promptly and proactively by applying "bad news first" policy. The Manager will be given a level of authority to influence business decisions with consultation and alignment with upper management, thus it is expected to be accountable for the section's overall business outcomes and results. Monitors safety, environmental issues, quality and productivity of all operations, including the partners and suppliers' performance, to ensure that they are compliant with all company standards. Mentors, hires, trains, coaches, reviews, and supervises employees to be a high performing team. Develop plans for succession planning. Operates under the direction of "One Team, One Mission" mindset. Motivates the team by implementing shared values such as Clear Communication, Right First Time, Speed in Execution and Entrepreneurial Spirit. Prepares annual targets, objectives, and budget. Create sections annual budgets and formulate sales strategies and activities to achieve the plan. Reports monthly performance budget vs. actual to the SBU head and provide explanations and corrective actions for any gaps in budget vs. actual result. Prepares, distributes and leads future strategic plans for groups. Regularly evaluate and adjust strategies based on results. Monitor internal and external factors that could impact the business. Use of strategic tools, i.e., SWOT Analysis, Porters 5 Forces & others, in providing market and business analysis. Create effective and practicable Business Models with a strong Value Architectures to deliver a rewarding Contributions in Environment, Social and Financial Returns. Conduct timely employee reviews and setting of clear objectives. What You Need Bachelors Degree in either Engineering, International Trade, Finance, Business, or equivalent. At least 3-5 years of experience in a people and business management role. Preferably in automotive industry. Travel Up to 25% including some international. Shift Time M-F 8:00am to 5:00pm Pay $95k - $105k Our company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer! It is the policy and commitment of the company to maintain a work environment that provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all its employees and applicants. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital/domestic partner status, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other applicable lawfully protected basis. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. We seek to employ individuals qualified for a position by virtue of job-related educational standards, training, experience, and personal qualifications.