Manager, ATC Operations

Manager, Advanced Technology Center (ATC) Operations

The Manager, Advanced Technology Center (ATC) Operations oversees vehicle engineering support, fleet management, and transportation logistics for Karma Automotive. This role manages company fleet operations supporting Engineering, Executive Leadership, Marketing, and Studio, while coordinating vehicle maintenance, readiness, and operational resources.

The position directly manages the Vehicle Logistics Specialist, overseeing work priorities, performance, and logistical support, including executive and VIP transportation, business errands, and general transportation needs.

Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to):

• Oversee ATC vehicle operations, supporting vehicle engineering integration, development, prototyping, and vehicle readiness.
• Manage company fleet operations, including vehicle assignments, availability, maintenance, repairs, registration, insurance, inspections, and lifecycle management.
• Directly supervise, coach, and develop the Vehicle Logistics Specialist; assign work, establish priorities, monitor performance, and ensure accountability for service delivery.
• Oversee executive and VIP transportation, scheduling, business errands, vehicle preparation, and general logistical support.
• Coordinate vehicle work requests, transportation needs, and internal and external resources to meet business priorities.
• Establish and maintain procedures for vehicle use, driver training, inspections, documentation, safety, and incident reporting.
• Maintain accurate fleet and operational records, monitor vehicle utilization and readiness, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and service quality.
• Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Marketing, Studio, and other stakeholders to resolve operational issues and support business needs.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required; automotive technical training preferred.

Experience and Technical Skills

• Experience in fleet management, vehicle coordination, automotive operations, or transportation logistics.
• Demonstrated experience supervising, coaching, or leading employees, including assigning work and managing performance.
• Experience coordinating schedules, resources, maintenance activities, and competing operational priorities.
• Working knowledge of vehicle systems and maintenance processes; automotive diagnostics and electric vehicle experience preferred.
• Experience providing professional customer service, preferably supporting executives, VIP guests, or other high-profile stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and accurate recordkeeping.
• Valid driver's license and driving record that meets company requirements for operating company vehicles.

Leadership and Professional Skills

• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple requests, adapt to changing business needs, and ensure timely service delivery.
• Professionalism, discretion, sound judgment, and a strong commitment to safety, quality, and customer service.

Physical Requirements:

Note: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee should have the:

• Ability to frequently use or operate a computer, mouse, and/or other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, computer printer, etc.
• Ability to frequently use hand(s) for repetitive actions (grasping and fine manipulation).
• Ability to frequently walk or move - to regularly move about inside the office.
• Ability to frequently see or detect, identify, recognize, or assess surroundings while in the office.
• Ability to occasionally bend, kneel, crouch, turn, and stoop.
• Ability to frequently sit or be stationary for extended continuous periods of time.
• Ability to stand for occasional periods of time.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or push/pull up to 40 pounds.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing their job in an indoor office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may spend 100% (excluding breaks and meal periods) of time in an office environment.

Total Rewards (Benefits, Perks & Compensation)

Benefits & Perks:

In addition to our competitive compensation, you will also be eligible for the following at Karma:

• Medical Plan
• Dental & Vision Plans
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Health & Well-Being Program Events
• Company Paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Relocation Assistance (if applicable)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sick Time, Vacation time and Personal Floaters
• Paid Holidays including Company's Annual Year End Shutdown
• Karma Cares Program (Quarterly Lunch)
• Work life Balance (Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule)
• Employee Driving Program
• Pre-taxed Commuter Benefits & much more!

Compensation:

$110,000 - $120,000 /annual salary. Compensation will vary DOE.

At Karma, our base pay is one part of our total rewards package.

Compensation offered may vary on multiple factors, including market location, education, skills and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position being offered.

Karma Automotive, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender identity and expression, color, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), national origin/ancestry, religion, military/veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, intersectionality or any other characteristic and group protected by applicable law. Karma Automotive, Inc complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a physical or mental disability. Valid driver's license may be required based on essential duties.