TEAM MANAGER

Raceforce Global; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Amersfoort Racing is seeking a Team Manager for its endurance racing program. You will lead racing operations, coordinate with commercial and support functions, and own the flawless execution of race weekends.

The ideal candidate combines endurance racing experience with strong leadership, exceptional communication, and the ability to manage budgets, logistics, and international travel. Fluency in English is required; knowledge of French is a plus.

Qualifications

• Proven endurance racing experience.
• Strong technical motorsport background.
• Natural leader with motivation.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Fluent English; French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all logistics and operations of the racing team during test days and race weekends.
• Manage project budget, costs, and resource allocation.
• Represent the team to governing bodies, clients, media, sponsors, and VIP guests.
• Provide sporting leadership and align with endurance racing timing and rules.

Skills

Endurance racing

Tech motorsport

Leadership

Communication

English fluency

French bonus

Job description

Job Opportunity: Team Manager – Endurance Racing

We are recruiting for a highly competitive, undisclosed endurance racing team seeking a dynamic, experienced, and highly motivated Team Manager to lead racing operations. This is a rare opportunity to take the helm of a top-tier racing project, driving both on-track performance and off-track excellence.

If you possess a deep understanding of endurance racing, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to manage complex operations seamlessly, we want to hear from you.

Position Overview

• Role: Team Manager
• Contract Type: Full-Time
• Reports To: Team Principal
• Location: Confidential European Base

Key Responsibilities

As the Team Manager, you will be central to the racing project. While you will collaborate closely with colleagues in commercial and coordinating functions, you will maintain ultimate responsibility for the project's flawless execution. Your primary duties will include:

• Operations & Logistics: Direct and oversee all logistical and operational aspects of the racing team, ensuring flawless execution during test days, race weekends, and at the workshop.
• Financial Management: Take responsibility for the project's financial health, including budget management, cost tracking, and resource allocation.
• Team Representation: Act as the team's face and voice. You will confidently and professionally represent the organization to the championship's governing body, clients, media, sponsors, and VIP guests.
• Sporting Leadership: Maintain a strong affinity with the endurance racing aspects.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a natural leader who brings positivity and a motivating presence to the paddock. The high-pressure environment of endurance racing requires a steady hand, clear communication, and an unyielding drive for success.

Requirements & Profile:

• Endurance Racing Experience: Proven, hands-on experience in endurance racing is essential. You must understand the unique demands, rules, and rhythm of endurance events.
• Technical Background: A strong technical background in motorsport is highly preferred, enabling you to effectively bridge the gap between engineering, mechanics, and management.
• Leadership & Motivation: You must be a natural motivator with a positive mindset, capable of inspiring a high-performing team under intense pressure.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are required to effectively manage internal staff and external stakeholders.
• Language Skills: While fluency in English is essential for this role, proficiency in French is beneficial and will be considered a significant advantage.
• Work Authorization & Travel: This role requires extensive international travel to accompany the team to all race and test events. Additionally, you must be eligible for employment at the team's primary operating base. Specific location details and right-to-work requirements will be clarified during the interview.