Manager PBV (All genders welcome)

Kia Europe; Frankfurt; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job ticket

Staff restaurant

Company events

On‑the‑job training

Job summary

Kia Europe invites applications for a Manager PBV (Platform Beyond Vehicle) on a fixed-term, one-year parental leave cover at our Frankfurt/Main headquarters. You will lead PBV coordination across European markets, interfacing with NSCs, Distributors, and Kia HQ to drive launches, budgets and strategic initiatives.

The role requires senior program and budget management, cross‑functional leadership, and excellent stakeholder communication in English; German is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the relevant field, preferably within Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs), electrification, or mobility solutions.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to align cross‑functional teams, markets, headquarters, and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead PBV Market Coordination and stakeholder management across NSCs and Distributors.
• Support PBV product launches and market-readiness activities across European markets.
• Coordinate Pan‑European PBV events, customer experiences, and industry showcases.
• Manage PBV department CAPEX/OPEX budgets and vendor invoices with Finance.
• Support the annual PBV Business Plan and long-term strategic objectives.
• Coordinate PBV vehicle orders, logistics, asset management, and international movements.
• Provide day-to-day operational support including reporting and presentations.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Budget management

MS Office

English fluency

Cross-functional coordination

Job description

Join the movement and find new inspiration.

We have an exciting opportunity for you as Manager PBV (as a a fixed-term, one-year parental leave coverage role) at the Kia Europe Headquarters in Frankfurt/Main, Germany.

Job Mission

As the Manager PBV (Platform Beyond Vehicle), you will play a central role at Kia Europe’s innovative PBV initiatives.

Lead the coordination, planning, execution and governance of Kia Europe's PBV business activities across European markets, acting as the key interface between NSCs, Distributors, Kia Europe functions, Kia HQ and external partners to support successful business growth, product launches, operational excellence and strategic initiatives.

Main Responsibilities

PBV Market Coordination Stakeholder Management

• Ensure consistent support to the PBV business across National Sales Companies (NSCs) and Distributors.
• Act as the primary liaison between Kia Europe and European markets, maintaining close communication with NSCs and Distributors to understand business needs, identify challenges, and provide ongoing support.
• Organize and lead regular market coordination meetings to gather feedback, review project status, and follow up on requests and action items.
• Coordinate with internal Kia Europe departments to address market requirements, facilitate decision‑making, and ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Organize dedicated internal meetings with Kia Europe executives to review the overall status and strategic direction of PBV projects.

PBV Launch Market Readiness

• Support PBV product launches across European markets by coordinating launch readiness activities with NSCs, distributors, and internal stakeholders.
• Consolidate market requirements and feedback to support successful commercial implementation of PBV products and services.
• Monitor launch progress and support resolution of market‑specific challenges.

Event Management Industry Engagement

• Support the planning and execution of Pan‑European PBV events, customer experiences, industry showcases, and business conferences.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams and external partners to ensure successful event delivery and alignment with PBV business objectives.

Budget Management Financial Control

• Manage and monitor the PBV department's CAPEX and OPEX budgets, ensuring financial transparency and compliance with company processes.
• Prepare budget overviews, forecasts, and financial reports for management review and decision‑making.
• Create, maintain, and monitor Fund Commitments in collaboration with the PBV team and Finance department.
• Review and approve vendor invoices while ensuring budget availability and cost control.
• Act as the primary liaison with Finance regarding budget status, expenditure tracking, and forecast updates.
• Support the annual planning, tracking, and management of PBV‑related capital assets.

Business Planning Strategy Support

• Support the development of the annual PBV Business Plan and long‑term strategic objectives across Europe.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define business priorities, market initiatives, and growth opportunities.
• Consolidate market feedback and business insights to support strategic decision‑making and future planning activities.

Vehicle Planning, Logistics Asset Management

• Manage and coordinate PBV vehicle orders, logistics, preparation activities, and asset allocation across Europe.
• Lead end‑to‑end vehicle logistics processes, including budget preparation and approval, internal coordination with Finance, collaboration with Kia HQ and KDE, transportation planning, storage management, and vehicle readiness for business activities.
• Coordinate international vehicle transportation via road, sea freight, and air freight for events, demonstrations, and strategic activities.
• Manage temporary vehicle imports and exports, customs clearance processes, and compliance requirements associated with international vehicle movements.
• Oversee PBV vehicle asset availability and allocation, balancing internal requirements and market requests while maximizing vehicle utilization.
• Coordinate vehicle support for major European events, customer engagements, and product demonstration activities.

Team Operational Support

• Support the PBV team in day‑to‑day operations, including reporting, presentations, management updates, and project coordination.
• Ensure effective collaboration across departments and contribute to the successful implementation of PBV initiatives and objectives.

Key Skills And Competencies

• 5+ years of experience in the relevant field, preferably within Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs), electrification, or mobility solutions.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to align cross‑functional teams, markets, headquarters, and external partners.
• Experience working with international projects and multicultural environments across multiple European markets.
• Strong business planning and strategic thinking capabilities, including business case development and support of long‑term growth initiatives.
• Proven project management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple projects and deliver results within established timelines.
• Budget management and financial planning expertise, including CAPEX/OPEX control, forecasting, expenditure monitoring, and vendor management.
• Strong market orientation, with the ability to understand customer and market needs and translate them into business actions.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and executive reporting skills.
• Experience in vehicle logistics, asset management, and coordination of complex operational activities.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to influence decision‑making and drive alignment across stakeholders.
• Highly organized, self‑motivated, adaptable, and able to perform effectively in fast‑changing environments.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional European languages are an advantage.
• Advanced MS Office skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Who are we?

At Kia, we are a global mobility brand with more than 75 years of experience. Since our founding in 1944, we have grown from manufacturing bicycles, motorcycles and cars to becoming a provider of mobility solutions, always guided by the changing needs of our customers.

Today, we continue to expand our portfolio of electrified and battery electric vehicles while developing new mobility services. Guided by our brand slogan, Movement that Inspires, we are exploring new ways to make mobility more convenient and relevant for people’s everyday lives. Through continuous innovation and a customer‑centric approach, we aim to create products and services that inspire new possibilities and meaningful connections.

As the European sales and manufacturing arm of Kia Corporation, we support 39 markets across Europe and the Caucasus from our headquarters in Frankfurt, Germany. Together, we are more than 5,500 colleagues, including around 3,500 team members at our manufacturing facility in Žilina, Slovakia.

At our European headquarters, more than 50 nationalities work side by side, bringing different perspectives, experiences and ideas. This diversity is one of our strengths and contributes to the way we work, learn, and grow together. Every day brings opportunities to collaborate, develop new skills, and contribute to our shared success.

If you are looking for an environment where curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning are valued, we would love to hear from you. Join us and be part of the movement that inspires.

Should You Still Have Doubts, We Also Offer

• A vibrant international atmosphere where our workforce represents 50+ nations.
• Playing a pivotal role in shaping Kia's culture in Europe, actively contributing to its development.
• Exploring new solutions, where your creative input matters significantly.
• Enjoying a competitive compensation package, including a Job ticket, consistent on‑job training, a complimentary staff restaurant, and engaging company events.

If you’re interested to become part of our Kia team, please apply via our online portal. We are looking forward to getting to know you.