Senior Manager, Pre-Delivery Inspection (Commercial Vehicles)

Tan Chong Motor Holdings Berhad; Gombak; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent automotive company in Malaysia is seeking a Senior Manager for Pre-Delivery Inspection to oversee all operations related to commercial vehicles. This role is crucial in upholding quality, safety, and reliability standards for every vehicle. The ideal candidate will bring over 10 years of experience in the automotive industry, with strong leadership and hands-on skills in vehicle inspections and stock management. You will lead a team and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in the automotive industry.
• Experience in pre-delivery inspection, vehicle assembly, or operations management.
• Hands-on experience in vehicle inspection and stockyard management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all vehicle collection, delivery, and PDI activities.
• Ensure stock condition, periodic servicing, maintenance, and rectification are effectively managed.
• Lead quality control and campaign rectification programs.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Job description

Senior Manager, Pre-Delivery Inspection (Commercial Vehicles)

Tan Chong Industrial Equipment Sdn Bhd (TCIE) is seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Manager – Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) to lead and oversee our commercial vehicle pre-delivery operations. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that every UD Trucks, Foton, and King Long vehicle leaving our PDI facility meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all vehicle collection, delivery, and PDI activities.
• Ensure stock condition, periodic servicing, maintenance, and rectification are carried out effectively.
• Lead vehicle inspection, quality control, and campaign rectification programs.
• Coordinate with the Marketing Department on delivery schedules and customization requirements.
• Supervise and develop a PDI team of approximately 20 employees (technical, admin, and drivers).
• Manage overall stockyard operations, including documentation compliance and safety practices.
• Implement process improvements to increase operational efficiency and quality performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the automotive industry, preferably in PDI, vehicle assembly, or operations management.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Hands‑on experience in vehicle inspection, delivery, and stockyard management.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem‑solving skills.
• Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.