Job Description
Are you an operational leader who drives change and develops businesses?
RN Automotive is seeking a Head of Operations for our Gothenburg location. We are in an exciting development phase focused on modernizing our operations, streamlining processes, and building an even stronger business.
We are looking for a present and action-oriented leader who thrives in operations and can turn goals and plans into concrete results. You will play a key role in driving the development of our two automotive facilities and ensuring the organization continues to advance in digitalization, customer experience, marketing, and profitability.
About the Role
As Head of Operations, you will have overall responsibility for RN Automotive's two facilities in Tagene and Åbro, as well as approximately 25 employees. You are responsible for daily operations at both facilities, overall facility performance, business results, and the ongoing transformation journey.
Your mission is to create a modern, efficient, and customer-focused operation where processes, work methods, and employees develop in line with market demands. You have an important role in translating central sales and marketing initiatives into local activities and contributing to continued business development.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and develop operations at two dealership facilities in Gothenburg.
• Drive transformation and development initiatives related to modernization and digitalization.
• Ensure efficient operations, profitability, and high quality.
• Develop sales, aftermarket services, and customer experience.
• Identify and implement improvements in processes and work methods.
• Ensure implementation of central sales and marketing initiatives and drive local activities.
• Build a strong performance and accountability culture.
• Coach and develop managers and employees.
• Work closely with RN Nordic and Salvador Caetano Group to ensure execution of prioritized initiatives.
You report to the CEO of RN Automotive Sweden and work closely with both Swedish management and the international organization.
Your Profile
We are looking for a strong operational leader with documented experience developing businesses in transformation. You have a business-driven approach, strong execution focus, and thrive in an environment where you are expected to deliver results through people, structure, and clear leadership.
We believe you have:
• Experience from the automotive industry or related business.
• Experience with personnel, budget, and P&L responsibility.
• Experience leading through other managers.
• Documented experience in change management and business development.
• Good understanding of sales, aftermarket services, and business development.
• Experience with digitalization, efficiency improvements, and continuous improvement.
• Strong financial acumen and experience monitoring business results.
• Good understanding of marketing and its importance to the business.
• Excellent proficiency in Swedish and English.
As a person, you are clear, unpretentious, and results-oriented. You are comfortable making decisions, following up on activities, and ensuring change is actually implemented. You build trust through presence, engagement, and leadership that helps people grow and perform together.
About the Company
RN Automotive is an authorized dealer and service partner for Renault, Dacia, and Alpine in Sweden. The company is a sister company to RN Nordic and, as of July 1, 2026, both companies are 100% owned by the international automotive group Salvador Caetano Group.
Contact Information
This recruitment is conducted in collaboration with AutoExecutive. If you have questions about the position or the recruitment process, please contact Ulrika Thorstrand at AutoExecutive.
Selection is ongoing and we look forward to your application!Job Description
Are you an operational leader who drives change and develops businesses?
RN Automotive is seeking a Head of Operations for our Gothenburg location. We are in an exciting development phase focused on modernizing our operations, streamlining processes, and building an even stronger business.
We are looking for a present and action-oriented leader who thrives in operations and can turn goals and plans into concrete results. You will play a key role in driving the development of our two automotive facilities and ensuring the organization continues to advance in digitalization,…