Senior Manager of Operations

Geely Auto UK; Coventry; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave & holidays

Pension

Geely ECOS

Car allowance

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Maternity/Paternity pay

Medicash

Bike2work

Job summary

Geely Auto UK is seeking a Senior Manager, Business Operations to drive planning, coordination and delivery of key priorities across operations, project management, indirect procurement and administration.

You will align with the General Manager and HQ to translate objectives into measurable plans, oversee cross-functional initiatives and improve governance and supplier management. A strong track record in leadership, procurement and operations is essential for success.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience across business operations, project management, or procurement, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant professional experience required.
• Experience leading a multi-functional team and managing projects.
• Experience in supplier relationship management and commercial negotiations.
• Auto industry experience preferred; CIPS qualification advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead Operations, Project Management, Indirect Procurement and Administration, while providing direct operational support to the General Manager and coordinating key business priorities.
• Lead strategic projects and initiatives, ensuring effective planning, delivery, timelines and alignment with business objectives, while managing risks and escalations.
• Own the indirect procurement strategy, including tendering, supplier evaluation, commercial negotiations, contracts, supplier performance and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Act as the key link between the UK business and HQ, coordinating requests, aligning stakeholders, communicating progress and ensuring business priorities are delivered effectively.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant requirements, manage operational risks and drive continuous improvement across operations, procurement, projects and administration

Skills

Project management

Procurement

Business administration

Leadership

Supplier relationship management

Commercial negotiations

Communication skills

Operations

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

CIPS qualification or procurement experience advantageous

Automotive industry experience

Job description

• Bike2work scheme

At Geely, our story began in 1986 with a simple but powerful idea, an idea that has driven us to become one of the world's most forward-thinking automotive groups. For nearly three decades, we've been redefining mobility through our iconic global brands, including Geely Auto, Volvo Cars, Polestar, Lotus, Zeekr, Lynk & Co, the London Electric Vehicle Company, Farizon, and more. We are Geely Auto UK, the UK arm of Geely Auto Group. Having entered the market in 2025 with our first electric SUV, the Geely EX5, we're continuing to grow rapidly as we build a nationwide dealer and service network.

Job Purpose

The Senior Manager, Business Operations is responsible for driving the planning, coordination and delivery of key business priorities across operations, project management, indirect procurement and business administration.

Working closely with the General Manager, leadership team and HQ, the role translates business objectives into clear plans and measurable outcomes. It provides oversight of cross-functional initiatives, strengthens operational governance and commercial discipline, and ensures effective supplier management and consistent administrative standards.

The role also identifies opportunities to improve processes, resolve operational challenges and support the company's sustainable growth.

Main Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership & GM Support: Lead Operations, Project Management, Indirect Procurement and Administration, while providing direct operational support to the General Manager and coordinating key business priorities.
• Project & Business Initiative Management: Lead strategic projects and initiatives, ensuring effective planning, delivery, timelines and alignment with business objectives, while managing risks and escalations.
• Indirect Procurement & Supplier Management: Own the indirect procurement strategy, including tendering, supplier evaluation, commercial negotiations, contracts, supplier performance and identifying cost‑saving opportunities.
• HQ & Stakeholder Management: Act as the key link between the UK business and HQ, coordinating requests, aligning stakeholders, communicating progress and ensuring business priorities are delivered effectively.
• Governance & Continuous Improvement: Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant requirements, manage operational risks and drive continuous improvement across operations, procurement, projects and administration

Education, Skills And Personal Characteristics Required

• Over 10 years of relevant experience across business operations, project management, procurement or a related discipline, including at least 3 years in a management role.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant professional experience required.
• Significant experience in operations, project management, procurement, business administration or a related discipline.
• Previous experience of managing or leading a multi-functional team.
• Experience of managing projects and delivering business improvement initiatives.
• Experience of supplier relationship management and commercial negotiations.
• Experience of managing multiple priorities within a fast-paced business environment.
• Automotive industry experience preferred.
• CIPS qualification or relevant procurement experience would be advantageous.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What Can We Offer You Beyond The Salary

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Geely ECOS scheme
• Car allowance
• Private Medical Insurance
• x6 Life assurance
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
• Medicash
• Bike2work scheme

We Are An Equal Opportunities Employer

At Geely Auto UK, we value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all candidates. We are committed to fair recruitment and ensuring everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential. If you believe you are right for this role, we warmly welcome your application.

To thrive at Geely Auto UK we believe that you have the courage to lead with trust and care and you don't mind getting your hands dirty. You are highly innovative and have a great ability to adapt and perform in a constantly changing, fast-paced, highly demanding work environment. Like us, you believe it's important to have a passion to work in an international and multicultural environment with the desire and ability to embrace the diversity of people, perspectives, and styles.