COO — Automotive Retail Growth & Operations Leader

Agensi Pekerjaan PERSOL Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive dealership group in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to lead its operations. The COO will oversee dealership expansions, ensure financial performance, manage P&L, and enhance customer experience while maintaining compliance with OEM standards. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years in senior leadership roles in automotive retail, demonstrating strategic execution and operational excellence. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to drive significant market growth in Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 to 20 years of senior leadership experience in automotive retail or distribution.
• Proven experience managing multi-site authorized dealership operations.
• Strong understanding of OEM standards, audits, and dealership governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the establishment, expansion, and performance of authorized dealership operations.
• Own and manage operational P&L performance and ensure achievement of targets.
• Ensure aftersales operations are profitable, compliant, scalable, and customer-centric.

Skills

Strategic execution and operational leadership

Strong financial and P&L management capability

Stakeholder and OEM relationship management

Change management and process standardization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering or related field

MBA preferred

Job description

A leading automotive dealership group in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to lead its operations. The COO will oversee dealership expansions, ensure financial performance, manage P&L, and enhance customer experience while maintaining compliance with OEM standards. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years in senior leadership roles in automotive retail, demonstrating strategic execution and operational excellence. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to drive significant market growth in Malaysia.