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Kia America Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. At Kia, we’re creating award-winning products and redefining what value means in the automotive industry. It takes a special group of individuals to do what we do, and we do it together. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative. Our people thrive on thinking differently and challenging the status quo. We are creating something special here, a culture of learning and opportunity, where you can help Kia achieve big things and most importantly, feel passionate and connected to your work every day.
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Kia provides team members with competitive benefits including premium paid medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents, 401(k) plan matching of 100% up to 6% of the salary deferral, and paid time off. Kia also offers company lease and purchase programs, company-wide holiday shutdown, paid volunteer hours, and premium lifestyle amenities at our corporate campus in Irvine, California.
Status
Exempt
General Summary
This position leads and manages the company vehicles group in all functions related to company owned vehicles (including but not limited to lease vehicles, pool vehicles and demonstrator vehicles), with a focus on efficiency and cost-effective operation. Provides support to the departments and regions for all company vehicle-related activities. Reviews workflows of all processes to identify weaknesses and work to streamline/modernize them, with a focus on automation.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
1st Priority - 50%
Lead the Company Vehicle Department by overseeing the management of all company owned vehicles, including KUS lease program, 3rd party leases and department assigned vehicles. Enhance company vehicles programs for efficiency and effectiveness.
2nd Priority - 20%
Manage prototype vehicle lifecycles including the maintenance and enhancement of web-based tracking modules to track daily usage and log historical data for prototype vehicles.
3rd Priority - 15%
Manage External Customer Programs including approval of all programs for pricing and dealer communications.
4th Priority - 10%
Develop and oversee all Company Vehicle systems including SAP, KUS Lease Portal, Prototype and Buyback Tracking Website, and future Demo and Department assign ordering.
5th Priority - 5%
Manage sensitive and high-profile company vehicle matters across the organization.
Qualifications/Education
Education:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is required
Overall Related Experience
Minimum of ten (10) years in corporate fleet vehicle management and/or wholesale automotive experience. Minimum of five (5) years supervisory experience.
Directly Related Experience
Automobile insurance, claim experience, and multi-state DMV administration preferred.
Job Requirement
Other Requirements
Occasional travel may be required. May need to work additional hours outside of normal business hours as required by the job, including weekends or holidays. Perform other duties as assigned. Must always have a valid Driver’s License and maintain a responsible record that meets the criteria established by KUS at all times. Required to drive company vehicles.
Specialized Skills And Knowledge Required
Advanced organizational and planning skills Advanced quantitative and qualitative analytical skills Strong PC skills including Access, Word, Excel and PowerPoint Experience with AS400 or mainframe database management Advanced understanding of SAP
Competencies
Care for People Chase Excellence Every Day Dare to Push Boundaries Empower People to Act Move Further Together
Pay Range
$96,015 ~ $133,393
Pay will be based on several variables that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to, job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, etc.
Equal Employment Opportunities
KUS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, including pregnancy and childbirth and related medical conditions, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, legally protected physical disability or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. KUS complies with applicable law governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which KUS has offices. The KUS EEO policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.
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Company Vehicles Manager
role at
Kia America 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Company Vehicles Manager
role at
Kia America Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. At Kia, we’re creating award-winning products and redefining what value means in the automotive industry. It takes a special group of individuals to do what we do, and we do it together. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative. Our people thrive on thinking differently and challenging the status quo. We are creating something special here, a culture of learning and opportunity, where you can help Kia achieve big things and most importantly, feel passionate and connected to your work every day.
Considering making an application for this job Check all the details in this job description, and then click on Apply.
Kia provides team members with competitive benefits including premium paid medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents, 401(k) plan matching of 100% up to 6% of the salary deferral, and paid time off. Kia also offers company lease and purchase programs, company-wide holiday shutdown, paid volunteer hours, and premium lifestyle amenities at our corporate campus in Irvine, California.
Status
Exempt
General Summary
This position leads and manages the company vehicles group in all functions related to company owned vehicles (including but not limited to lease vehicles, pool vehicles and demonstrator vehicles), with a focus on efficiency and cost-effective operation. Provides support to the departments and regions for all company vehicle-related activities. Reviews workflows of all processes to identify weaknesses and work to streamline/modernize them, with a focus on automation.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
1st Priority - 50%
Lead the Company Vehicle Department by overseeing the management of all company owned vehicles, including KUS lease program, 3rd party leases and department assigned vehicles. Enhance company vehicles programs for efficiency and effectiveness.
2nd Priority - 20%
Manage prototype vehicle lifecycles including the maintenance and enhancement of web-based tracking modules to track daily usage and log historical data for prototype vehicles.
3rd Priority - 15%
Manage External Customer Programs including approval of all programs for pricing and dealer communications.
4th Priority - 10%
Develop and oversee all Company Vehicle systems including SAP, KUS Lease Portal, Prototype and Buyback Tracking Website, and future Demo and Department assign ordering.
5th Priority - 5%
Manage sensitive and high-profile company vehicle matters across the organization.
Qualifications/Education
Education:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is required
Overall Related Experience
Minimum of ten (10) years in corporate fleet vehicle management and/or wholesale automotive experience. Minimum of five (5) years supervisory experience.
Directly Related Experience
Automobile insurance, claim experience, and multi-state DMV administration preferred.
Job Requirement
Other Requirements
Occasional travel may be required. May need to work additional hours outside of normal business hours as required by the job, including weekends or holidays. Perform other duties as assigned. Must always have a valid Driver’s License and maintain a responsible record that meets the criteria established by KUS at all times. Required to drive company vehicles.
Specialized Skills And Knowledge Required
Advanced organizational and planning skills Advanced quantitative and qualitative analytical skills Strong PC skills including Access, Word, Excel and PowerPoint Experience with AS400 or mainframe database management Advanced understanding of SAP
Competencies
Care for People Chase Excellence Every Day Dare to Push Boundaries Empower People to Act Move Further Together
Pay Range
$96,015 ~ $133,393
Pay will be based on several variables that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to, job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, etc.
Equal Employment Opportunities
KUS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, including pregnancy and childbirth and related medical conditions, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, legally protected physical disability or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. KUS complies with applicable law governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which KUS has offices. The KUS EEO policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.
Disclaimer: The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and for this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Seniority level
Seniority levelMid-Senior level Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionManagement and Manufacturing IndustriesMotor Vehicle Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Kia America by 2x Get notified about new Company Manager jobs in
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