PBV Operations and Fleet Specialist in Walton

Welcome to Kia UK!

Kia UK is a leading automotive brand offering one of the industry’s largest range of models across multiple vehicle segments. With 190 Kia Dealers across the country, Kia is widely known for its advanced electrified products. Kia UK has consistently grown for over 30 years, supported by bold design, quality products and ever-evolving customer service.

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly organised, commercially aware and forward-thinking individual to join the Sales team as a PBV (Platform Beyond Vehicle) Operations and Fleet Specialist. This is a newly created role, offering the successful candidate the opportunity to shape the way we work, make the role their own and play a key part in developing the processes, reporting and governance needed to support Kia UK's growing PBV and fleet ambitions.

As the central point of coordination across a diverse network of internal and external stakeholders, you will play a pivotal role in driving collaboration and alignment across our PBV and Fleet Operations. Externally, you will work closely with Strategic Customers, PBV Centres, Leasing Companies, Finance Providers and Vehicle Convertors, ensuring effective communication, seamless delivery and strong commercial partnerships. Internally, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams across Sales, Operations, Logistics, Product and Aftersales to support business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Supporting role in the shaping of Large and Superfleet operational processes in preparation for supply to these organisations.
• Lead coordination of PBV and fleet activity on behalf of Kia UK from point of order to handover to large fleet customers or their appointed conversion partner.
• Monitor and report on fleet and PBV delivery activity.
• Support the Business Sales Manager with detailed analysis across large fleet customers, highlighting progress, risks and required actions.
• Liaise with Supply Chain to manage PBV and fleet lead times.
• Build strong relationships with large fleet stakeholders, PBV Centres and external participants.
• Coordinate and monitor all PBV delivery activity where conversion / phased delivery is required.
• Act as the main point of contact for creating large fleet delivery requirements.
• Build and manage comprehensive delivery plans (across production, shipping and vehicle conversion).
• Establish governance to review progress, highlight challenges and improvement opportunities.
• Ensure all activities operate within Kia UK financial parameters.
• Deliver strong governance across projects; setting expectations, defining scope and ensuring delivery within specified timelines.

About You

• Strong organisational, analytical and project/programme management skills.
• Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders and activities within demanding timelines.
• Commercial awareness with the confidence to make proactive, rationale-based decisions.
• Excellent written, verbal and analytical communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Comfortable presenting to senior managers, clients and suppliers.
• Strong MS Office skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

We recognise that there may be a number of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t exactly match what we’ve outlined in the role description.

The Benefits

• Flexible working hours (core hours between 10:00am-3:00pm).
• Hybrid working (up to 2 days a week remote working pro rata).
• Employee Car Scheme (car lease + insurance all included from £85/month).
• Onsite Chef - free lunch every day.
• Private Medical Care (Vitality).
• Annual Health Checks and free flu jabs offered onsite.
• Private Dental Care (Denplan, £0 excess).
• Pension with enhanced employer contribution.
• Life Assurance.
• 24 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays.
• Wellness benefits including cycle to work scheme, free eye tests, employee assistance programme, Mental Health First Aiders and more.
• Financial hub providing free financial guidance and support.
• Work from anywhere for one week a year.
• Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Shared Parental Leave (up to 6 months full pay).
• Enhanced Paternity Leave (up to 4 weeks full pay).
• Free weekly yoga, football, and badminton clubs.
• Pool tables, dart board, and massage chairs onsite.
• Opportunity to get involved & give back via our charity partners.
• Birthday Vouchers.
• Celebrations such as our Spring Ball, Christmas events, Social Club and much more!

Location/Travel

The Kia UK Head Office is based in Walton-on-Thames, just a 5-minute walk from the station. We also have plenty of on-site parking for drivers, including EV charging ports.

Interview Process

• Step 1: CV review.
• Step 2: Teams interview.
• Step 3: Face-to-face interview.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We understand that every candidate is unique, and we welcome the opportunity to make reasonable adjustments to ensure that all individuals can fully participate in our interview process.