Project Manager – Operational Efficiency

Auto1 Group; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading automotive trading platform in Madrid seeks a detail-oriented Project Manager for Operational Efficiency. You will oversee the governance of financial processes across Europe, analyze expenses for compliance, and enhance OPEX visibility. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Business Administration or related fields and has 2-4 years of experience in financial controlling. Excellent English communication skills are essential. Join this dynamic team to impact financial health across diverse markets.

Formación

• 2–4 years of experience in financial controlling, cost management, or operations finance, preferably in a multi-country or matrix organization.
• Ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable insights.
• Proactive, collaborative approach with a drive for continuous improvement.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and govern OPEX processes across purchasing markets.
• Monitor and analyze performance against budgeted expenses.
• Ensure compliance and transparency in financial policies.
• Collaborate with Finance to drive data consistency.
• Enhance visibility through dashboards for OPEX performance.
• Support local teams fostering operational excellence.

Conocimientos

Analytical mindset

Advanced Excel skills

Communication skills

Financial controlling

Cost management

Fluency in English

Educación

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field

Herramientas

BI tools (e.g., Looker, Power BI)

Descripción del empleo

Project Manager – Operational Efficiency

Founded in 2012, AUTO1 Group is Europe’s leading car trading platform, revolutionizing the way cars are bought and sold. By seamlessly connecting buyers and sellers through cutting‑edge technology, we empower dealers and consumers across Europe. Our well‑known brands include:

Compramostucoche.es: A fast, convenient car sales service for consumers, with over 400 branches in 11 countries.

AUTO1.com: The go‑to multi‑brand platform for the used car trade, connecting 60,000+ professional partners with a portfolio of 30,000+ vehicles across 30+ countries.

Autohero: An innovative online retail platform offering high‑quality, inspected used cars at the best prices, with a fully digital purchasing experience for private customers.

With over 13 years of success in Europe and a team of 6000+ talented professionals, we’re driving the digital revolution in the automotive industry. Join us and be part of our exciting journey

As a Project Manager – Branch Operations Europe, you will play a central role in driving financial discipline and operational efficiency across AUTO1’s European purchasing markets. Reporting directly to the Head of Branch Operations EU, you will lead the governance and optimization of OPEX‑related processes, ensuring transparency, control, and scalability across our network.

You will:

• Develop and govern OPEX processes: Define, standardize, and oversee management frameworks across all purchasing markets, covering travel, per diems, company cars, supplies, and other employee‑related expenses.
• Monitor and analyze performance: Track actual vs. budgeted expenses, identify deviations, and coordinate corrective measures with local and HQ stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance and transparency: Design and implement clear policies and approval flows to guarantee adherence to company standards.
• Collaborate with Finance and FP&A: Align reporting, budgeting, and cost‑per‑unit tracking to drive data consistency and financial accuracy.
• Enhance visibility: Deploy tools and dashboards to monitor OPEX performance and identify cost‑saving opportunities.
• Support local teams: Provide guidance and best practices to branch operations, fostering cost awareness and operational excellence.

This is a unique opportunity to combine your analytical acumen and process expertise to make a measurable impact on the efficiency and financial health of AUTO1’s purchasing operations across Europe.

We’re looking for a detail‑oriented, analytical professional with strong financial and operational skills. You’ll thrive in this role if you have:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in financial controlling, cost management, or operations finance, ideally within a multi‑country or matrix organization.
• Strong analytical mindset with advanced Excel / Google Sheets skills; experience with BI tools (e.g., Looker, Power BI) is a plus.
• High attention to detail and the ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable insights.
• A proactive, collaborative approach with excellent communication skills and a drive for continuous improvement.
• Fluency in English; other European languages are a plus.