IT Project Manager

£50,000 - £60,000

Location: Coventry

At Geely, our story began in 1986 with a simple but powerful idea, an idea that has driven us to become one of the world’s most forward-thinking automotive groups. For nearly three decades, we’ve been redefining mobility through our iconic global brands, including Geely Auto, Volvo Cars, Polestar, Lotus, Zeekr, Lynk & Co, the London Electric Vehicle Company, Farizon, and more. We are Geely Auto UK, the UK arm of Geely Auto Group. Having entered the market in 2025 with our first electric SUV, the Geely EX5, we’re continuing to grow rapidly as we build a nationwide dealer and service network.

Job purpose:

The IT Project Manager is responsible for the end-to-end IT project planning, governance, and successful delivery of localised IT projects for Geely Auto UK. Actings as a critical bridge between business strategy and technology execution, this role will drive the implementation and optimisation of core commercial systems, with a strong focus on CRM platforms, Dealer Management System (DMS) integrations, and digital retail solutions.

The successful candidate will collaborate closely with internal business units, the UK dealer network, and external technology vendors to deliver robust, scalable, and compliant IT solutions that enhance customer experience, streamline dealer operations, and support Geely’s strategic growth in the UK automotive market.

Main responsibilities:

• End-to-End IT Project Management: Lead and deliver localised IT projects from initiation through to post-implementation review, ensuring delivery within agreed scope, timelines and budget. Monitor progress, manage risks and dependencies, and ensure effective stakeholder communication throughout.

• Methodology Application: Define project scope, objectives and deliverables using appropriate methodologies (Agile, Waterfall or Hybrid), tailoring the approach to project complexity, business needs and delivery environment. Ensure governance standards and documentation are consistently applied.

• Requirements Gathering: Partner closely with UK sales, marketing and aftersales teams to capture, analyse and prioritise business requirements, translating them into clear and actionable technical specifications for delivery teams and vendors.

• CRM & Digital Solutions: Oversee the deployment, optimisation and continuous improvement of CRM platforms and digital tools, enhancing customer journey management, lead conversion and data-driven decision making.

• Cross-Border Collaboration: Maintain strong communication with UK business functions and collaborate effectively with GEELY HQ IT teams to align on core systems, data standards and security requirements, ensuring successful integration and consistency across markets.

Education, Skills and Personal characteristics required:

• Degree in Computer Science, IT, Business Management, or a related discipline, with professional project management certification (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP, Agile/Scrum) highly preferred

• Proven IT project management experience within an automotive OEM or National Sales Company (NSC), ideally within UK automotive retail (3–5+ years), with exposure to volume brands

• Strong track record delivering CRM systems and complex third-party integrations (e.g. DMS), with a solid understanding of UK automotive retail and UK GDPR/data regulations

• Experience working within international or matrix organisations, collaborating effectively with global/HQ stakeholders

• Advanced use of project management tools (e.g. Jira, Confluence, MS Project) to track and report delivery progress

• Strong technical understanding of system integrations (APIs, data mapping, CRM–DMS interfaces)

• Proven capability in vendor and SLA management, ensuring delivery quality and accountability

• Highly commercial and analytical, able to translate business needs (sales/marketing) into practical IT solutions

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with a dealer-centric mindset and ability to drive adoption across retail networks

• Proactive, solutions-focused and able to identify and resolve issues quickly in a fast-paced environment

What can we offer you beyond the salary:

• Car Allowance

• Private Medical Insurance

• Geely ECOS scheme

• x6 Life assurance

• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay

• Medicash

• Bike2work scheme

We are an equal opportunities employer:

At Geely Auto UK, we value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all candidates. We are committed to fair recruitment and ensuring everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential. If you believe you are right for this role, we warmly welcome your application.