Project Lead - EV

Holman•Mount Laurel, NJ

32d•Hybrid

About The Position

Holman is a family-owned, global automotive services organization anchored by our deeply rooted core values and principles that have enabled us to continue Driving What’s Right throughout the last century. Our teams deliver the Holman Experience by treating our customers and each other as we would like to be treated, and creating positive, rewarding relationships all around. The automotive markets Holman serves include fleet management and leasing; vehicle fabrication and upfitting; component manufacturing and productivity solutions; powertrain distribution and logistics services; commercial and personal insurance and risk management; and retail automotive sales as one of the largest privately owned dealership groups in the United States. The Project Lead, EV will play a key role in advancing Holman’s EV strategy by supporting the deployment of initiatives that expand our EV solutions for customers. This role will focus on integrating EV partners, vendors, and processes across the business while ensuring strong collaboration, clear communication, and well-documented workflows. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker who can turn ideas into action, thrives in a collaborative environment, and excels at managing priorities to drive meaningful results.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Proficient in various desktop tools including MS Office Programs (i.e. Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, SharePoint etc.) and Monday.com
3-5 years’ experience in any Holman business line
Breadth and depth of technical or functional expertise in own area of responsibility or department; may be acquiring knowledge of other related areas of departments
Reviewing and improving processes, methods ,and tools to increase efficiency and accuracy
Demonstrated experience in leading multiple concurrent projects in a fast paced environment while managing to a deadline
Broad knowledge of all Holman companies and product/service offerings
Proactive, organized approach to multitasking and prioritization
Effectively manages time and consistently meets deadlines with some guidance from manager
Strong ability to collect and interpret feedback/information to construct emerging solutions based on business and/or customer needs
Strong ability to manage competing priorities and initiatives, aligning to the business’ pace
Applies expertise to improve efficiency and accomplish objectives within own area of responsibility
Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness and effectiveness in work
Demonstrates attention to detail and commitment to doing quality work
Adjusts quickly to new or changing assignments, processes and people
Displays professionalism and remains composed when faced with challenges
Contributes to the development of vision and strategy
Anticipates future needs and work
Promotes efficiencies through process improvements
Understands the key business drivers; uses this knowledge in own work.
Expands fundamental knowledge in own function and broadens skills
Decisions are guided by policies and procedures; receives moderate guidance and oversight from manager
The Project Lead – EV must have a wide variety of communication skills including an ability to ask penetrating questions, detect unstated assumptions and resolve conflict.
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong research and presentation skills
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
Ability to summarize and express information and ideas in a clear and organized manner
Responds to non-standard requests; investigates with assistance from others as needed
Gathers, clarifies, and applies information to provide timely and effective responses to the needs of both internal and external customers
Takes personal responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty
Works independently or with others within own area or department to achieve team goals
Identifies and removes barriers to effective teamwork
Offers support to other team members; follows through on commitments
Applies emotional intelligence in responses and reactions
Demonstrates consistency between words and actions
Listens openly and carefully to others’ ideas and suggestions; respects opposing points of view
Consistently earns trust, loyalty and respect of others

Nice To Haves

Additional education, certifications, or other distinctions are a plus
Change Management knowledge preferred

Responsibilities

Support strategies that bring Electrification as a Service to market
Engage with new OEM’s to facilitate the integration of specifications and ordering processes
Align with partners and vendors for successful system integration
Engage EV Operations Leadership to aide in the development of organizational training programs with the support of the HR Training & Development team (Holman U, webinars, etc.)
Support Fleet & Mobility client specific activities to demonstrate our operational capabilities in the area of EV’s
Develop strong working relationships with all the key stakeholders to ensure alignment with understanding of opportunities, and implications for the operating businesses.
Create platforms/processes to engage other commercial team functions/leaders to leverage resources and expertise
Develop communication and engagement processes with businesses for awareness/alignment on key initiatives.
Partner with EV Operations and Technology Leadership, and stakeholders, to scope new product offerings that ensure alignment with strategic priorities
Oversee deployment of new operational processes to ensure they function as designed, making recommendations for change where necessary.
Lead operational project/pilot initiatives
Engage with clients and prospects to uncover needs, challenges or goals related to electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
Map out client project objectives and deliverables, and establish timeline for project completion.
This role, while focused on the North American market should ensure connections to UK, Germany and Mexico for learning, insights, etc and overall connectivity within the business.
Special projects as assigned
Successful deployment operational processes related to EV
Support education, awareness and confidence of this new subject matter – internal and external.
Increased customer retention and growth as a result of a positive experiences with new EV operational processes.
Development of trusted relationships with external partners including new emerging OEM’s.
Contribution to advancement of departmental and company goals
Alignment and connectivity with businesses regarding recommendations and actions.