AD Fleet Operations Manager

Embedded in a worldwide network Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America continuously strives to remain at the forefront of successful automotive research and development. MBRDNA is headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, with key areas of Autonomous Driving, Advanced Interaction Design, Digital User Experience, Machine Learning, Customer Research, and Open Innovation. In Farmington Hills, Michigan, the focus is on Powertrain and eDrive technology as well as in Long Beach, where the teams test durability of the latest driver assistant and telematic systems. The Digital Hub in Seattle focusses on developing a cloud architecture and building out the cloud platform for the next generation of connected car services. The Testing and Regulatory Affairs Division in Ann Arbor and the Advanced Vehicle Design in Carlsbad complete the competence center.

Manage and lead a team responsible for AD – Development Fleet programs, Vehicle assets, driver qualifications, insurance, Incident reporting, Internal vehicle policies and procedures. Work actively with NVIDIA as current partners – not limited and Coordination with Workshop, System Integration team and Global VehOps teams to operate the vehicle fleet efficiently with synchronized goals and processes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Steer VehOps program efficiently with Best in Class process, Methods and Tools to satisfy program requirements
• Provide oversight and direction to the employees in the department in accordance with the organizations policies and procedures
• Development of an employee oriented company culture that emphasizes quality, continuous improvement, key employee retention and development, and high performance
• Build up and Steer a team that includes Internal and External partners to perform as One Team
• Coach, mentor and develop staff, including overseeing new employee onboarding and providing career development planning opportunities
• Provide effective performance management and feedback to employees
• Maintain and forecast department expenses and investments
• Provide project management per functional area: Vehicle Operations, Workshop, Technical Support,Trainings, IT, Infrastructure etc.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science, Engineering, Finance, Business or related field of study
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a multicultural environment
• Experience in international project work, Intercultural skills and experience
• Excellent leadership and teamwork skills to manage a group of different subject experts
• Detailed knowledge of the processes for project management and operational support
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize and execute numerous tasks
• Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate Engineer or similar qualification, Bachelor’s degree
• Project management
• General finance experience
• German Language Skills
• Mercedes experience

The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on a wide range of factors, including, but not limited to, job-related education, skills, and experience, geographic location, and market conditions. The current salary range for this position is as follows and may be modified in the future: $175,100 - $223,300. 

Why should you apply?

Here at MBRDNA, you create digital ecosystems around cars, you design a language between humans and machines, you make a car even more intelligent - you make the new reality for cars. We have an open and flexible environment to allow you to push boundaries, join MBRDNA and design your future.

Benefits for Full-Time* Employees Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families

• 401(k) with employer match

• Up to 18 company-paid holidays

• Paid time off (unlimited for salaried employees), sick time, and parental leave

• Tuition assistance program

• Wellness/Fitness reimbursement programs

• Vehicle lease subsidy or company car (for eligible employees only)

• Internships excluded from Full-Time Employee benefits

MBRDNA is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workforce. MBRDNA only accepts resumes from approved agencies who have a valid Agency Agreement on file. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, MBRDNA employees, or send to any MBRDNA location.  MBRDNA is not responsible for any fees or claims related to receipt of unsolicited resumes.

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