Administrative and Logistics Manager

BYD Colombia; Bogotá; On-site; COP 388,412,000 - 582,619,000; Full time

Job summary

BYD Colombia is seeking a seasoned Sales Operations leader to synchronize S&OP for the vehicle market, align forecasts with inventory and commercial goals, and optimize overall supply chain performance.

The role requires extensive experience in Sales Operations, S&OP, and cross-functional leadership within a multinational setting, with fluency in English and Spanish. You will drive strategic initiatives, mentor teams, and report on KPI-driven outcomes to executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Economics, International Trade, or related field.
• 5+ years of direct experience in the automotive industry (passenger vehicles preferred).
• 7–10 years of progressive experience in Sales Operations, S&OP, Supply Chain, or Commercial Planning roles.
• Strong leadership, cross-functional influence, and strategic initiative delivery.
• Proficient in Excel with complex data modeling; experience with SAP ERP and BI tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the S&OP process for the vehicle market in Colombia, aligning forecasts with inventory capacity and commercial strategies.
• Direct and oversee sales performance across Bogotá and Medellín; identify deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Own sales forecasting and demand planning; analyze trends to ensure timely forecasts.
• Govern vehicle inventory levels and allocation strategies nationwide to optimize stock and mitigate aging risks.
• Oversee end-to-end PO lifecycle; monitor production/shipment updates and mitigate delivery risks.
• Serve as strategic liaison across Sales, Logistics, Supply Chain, and Finance to ensure seamless operations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop sales operations staff; establish OKRs and performance evaluations.
• Establish robust data-driven reporting with KPIs for executive decision making.
• Identify and mitigate operational risks with contingency plans.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Forecasting & planning

Analytical skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Industrial Engineering / Economics / International Trade

Master’s degree or MBA (preferred)

Tools

Excel

ERP systems (SAP preferred)

BI tools

Job description

Strategic Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP): Lead the S&OP process for the vehicle market in Colombia. Align sales forecasts, inventory capacity, and commercial strategies to ensure the achievement of monthly, quarterly, and annual business targets.

Sales Performance & Business Strategy: Direct and oversee sales performance across the Bogotá and Medellín markets. Identify critical deviations from business objectives, design corrective action plans, and drive their execution alongside regional commercial leaders.

Demand Planning & Forecasting: Own the sales forecasting and demand planning pipeline. Evaluate market trends, historical performance, and business projections to guarantee accurate, timely forecasts that optimize the company's operational capacity and supply chain efficiency.

Inventory Strategy & Allocation: Govern vehicle inventory levels and allocation strategies nationwide. Anticipate market demand and commercial priorities to optimize stock rotation, mitigate aging inventory risks, and resolve structural allocation challenges between locations.

Purchase Order Lifecycle Management: Oversee the end-to-end vehicle purchase order process. Ensure strict compliance with approved sales forecasts, monitor production/shipment updates from headquarters, and proactively mitigate risks affecting delivery timelines.

Cross-Functional Leadership: Act as the primary strategic liaison integrating Sales, Logistics, Supply Chain, and Finance. Ensure seamless execution of commercial operations and resolve high-level operational bottlenecks to guarantee order fulfillment.

Team Leadership & Development: Manage, mentor, and develop the sales operations and administrative staff. Establish clear OKRs, conduct performance evaluations, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous process improvement.

Executive Reporting & Business Intelligence: Establish robust data-driven reporting mechanisms. Consolidate complex KPIs (forecast accuracy, inventory health, sales conversion) into actionable insights to guide executive management's strategic decisions.

Risk Management: Proactively identify and escalation systemic operational risks, market disruptions, or supply chain constraints. Formulate and deploy contingency plans to protect business continuity and delivery commitments.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Economics, International Trade, or a related field. A Master’s degree or MBA is highly preferred.

Mandatory Industry Experience: Strictly required 5+ years of direct experience in the automotive industry (passenger vehicles preferred), with a deep understanding of automotive distribution networks, vehicle importation dynamics, and dealership operations.

Professional Experience: Minimum of 7 to 10 years of progressive experience in Sales Operations, S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning), Supply Chain, or Commercial Planning roles.

Leadership Skills: Proven track record of managing direct reports, leading cross-functional teams, and driving strategic initiatives in a fast-paced multinational environment.

Analytical & Technical Acumen: Exceptional numerical and analytical skills. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (complex data consolidation, financial modeling). Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and Business Intelligence (BI) tools.

Organizational Capabilities: Ability to manage high-stakes priorities, orchestrate multiple stakeholders, and enforce rigorous follow-up on operational processes under tight deadlines.

Communication & Languages: Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is mandatory. Must be capable of negotiating, presenting executive reports, and functioning seamlessly with international headquarters and stakeholders in English.