Administrative Manager - Automotive

About the role

The Administrative Manager will lead the full administrative function for an automotive organization, ensuring that all departments and branches receive timely and efficient support. This senior role combines facilities oversight, vendor management, budgeting, and compliance to keep the business running smoothly.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee administrative operations across offices, showrooms, warehouses and service centers.
• Select, evaluate and negotiate contracts with external vendors such as cleaning, security, maintenance and supply companies.
• Track spending, optimise costs and avoid unnecessary expenses.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure maintenance, cleanliness and safety standards.
• Manage utilities (electricity, water, A/C) and supervise housekeeping and office services.
• Assign tasks, monitor performance, provide training and ensure manpower coverage in all locations.
• Oversee procurement of office supplies, furniture, uniforms, tools and related materials.
• Implement health and safety procedures, support emergency planning and risk management.
• Develop the annual administrative budget and prepare financial, weekly and monthly administration reports.
• Maintain accurate records, contracts, inventory logs and enforce administrative policies.

Required profile

• Graduate degree in commerce, accounting or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of managerial experience in administration.
• Familiarity with the SAP system.
• Experience in the automotive sector or a similar industry.

Required skills

• SAP

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead a comprehensive administrative function within a dynamic automotive environment.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Professional development and growth prospects.