Tekion OEM Partnership Operations Manager to manage and maintain OEM partnership pipeline data and support cross-functional deliverables at Tekion. Responsible for tracking complex data sets, building dashboards, and preparing executive materials.
Responsibilities
Be part of an early stage, hyper-growth start-up with the opportunity to grow and prosper
Work on the latest and coolest technologies – everything is home-grown and built ground-up
A dynamic work environment with a strong sense of community and collaboration
The open and transparent culture that encourages innovation, rewards performance and discourages hierarchy
Exciting opportunities for career growth and development
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Qualification
5+ years of experience in an operationsStrong automotive industry knowledgeHands-on experience with Salesforce CRMBachelor's degree in Business
Required
5+ years of experience in an operations, sales operations, or business operations role within the automotive industry.
Strong automotive industry knowledge, including familiarity with OEM structures, dealer networks, and franchise operations.
Exceptional attention to detail with a proven ability to manage, track, and organize large and complex data sets.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data modeling, complex formulas) and Microsoft PowerPoint (executive-level presentation design).
Hands-on experience with Salesforce CRM, including pipeline management, report building, and dashboard creation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with automotive OEM clients and senior executives.
Self-starter mentality — seeks guidance and direction on objectives but independently determines the best path to execution without needing step-by-step instruction.
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders simultaneously.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Automotive Management, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
Willingness to travel up to 20% as needed for client meetings, industry events, and dealer group engagements.
Preferred
Direct OEM experience working within or alongside an automotive manufacturer's partnership, sales, or dealer operations team.
Experience working with large dealer groups (e.g., AutoNation, Lithia, Penske, Hendrick, Larry H. Miller) and understanding their operational dynamics.
Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) in addition to Excel.
Familiarity with SaaS or technology platforms serving the automotive retail industry.
Project management experience or certification (PMP, Six Sigma, or equivalent) is a plus.
