Sales Planning & Operations Manager - France (M / F)

About GAC

GAC International France was registered in March 2026 in Paris and is part of the Guangzhou Automobile Group. Our business covers all aspects of passenger car sales, marketing and aftersales services. We are dedicated to delivering quality work and exceptional customer service in all aspects of our business.

Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (abbreviated as GAC group, 601238.SH，02238.HK), headquartered in Guangzhou City, is a large joint-stock automobile enterprise listed in both Hongkong and Shanghai Stock exchanges. At present, it has about 100,000 employees. Fortunate Global 500 ranked No.181. The main business covers seven major sectors: research and development, vehicle, parts, energy and ecology, internationalization, commerce and transportation, investment and finance. Sticking to independent innovation and joint venture cooperation, GAC group is now transforming itself with all its strength to a technology-based enterprise. Adhering to the enterprise concept of 'Humanity', Credibility, Creativity', GAC is committed to building a world-class company which wins customers’ trust, ensures staff's well-being, and meets social expectations.

We are currently looking for Sales Planning & Operations Manager for France, the details Job responsibilities as below:

👤 Who You Are:

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Sales Planning & Operations Manager to join our France team. This is a critical role ensuring our stock levels, demand forecasts, and that the order plans align with business targets + reports. You will be the key link between sales, operations, procurement, the HQ, the factory and the distributors ensuring optimal product availability while minimizing excess inventory and reporting all processes in a efficient and structured way.

🎯 Key Responsibilities:

• Sales Forecasting & Planning: Lead sales demand forecasting and operational sales planning for the French market, aligning volume targets with market demand and promotional campaigns.

• Order & Allocation Management: Manage the end-to-end vehicle ordering pipeline, production requests, and allocation process across the dealer network to meet retail demand.

• Inventory Control & Stock Management: Monitor network stock levels, vehicle port inventory, and aging stock; implement actionable measures to ensure healthy turnover and mitigate inventory holding costs.

• Supply Chain & HQ Coordination: Serve as the primary operational liaison between local dealers, European supply chain teams, and Global HQ to ensure smooth logistics execution and timely vehicle delivery.

• Sales Analytics & Performance Reporting: Analyze sales performance, order conversion rates, pipeline health, and market trends; prepare executive monthly and quarterly sales operations reports.

💼 What You Bring:

• Experience: 5+ years of dedicated experience in automotive sales planning, sales operations, or supply chain allocation with an Automotive OEM, Importer, or National Sales Company (NSC).

• Core Competencies: Strong analytical, quantitative, and data forecasting capabilities, with extensive experience in order pipeline management and vehicle inventory control.

• Languages: Fluent in both French and English (written and spoken).Mandarin Chinese is a strong plus.

• System & Technical Proficiency: Deep proficiency in Excel (advanced modeling/pivot tables) and familiarity with automotive Sales/DMS platforms, ERP, or supply chain planning tools.

• Mindset: Highly organized, proactive problem-solver with strong cross-functional communication and negotiation skills.

✨ What We Offer:

• An ambitious employer; we only want the best for you.

• A fast career track like only few other companies can match.

• A competitive salary and excellent bonus structure (above market); at GAC we strongly believe and live by ownership and meritocracy.

• Additional benefits such as Commuting Allowance, Lunch Allowance & communication allowance reimbursements.

GAC International France is based in Paris, and we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, along with an attractive welfare policy. Let me know if you'd like to learn more. As we receive many applications and will carefully select the most suitable candidates for interview. Your CV will be kept in our talent pool in compliance with GDPR and privacy regulations. If you have any concerns, please apply with caution.

If you have any questions, you may always reach out via Emma.Wang@gac-international.com.

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We are committed to creating a work environment of trust and respect for our employee, which we believe will motivate them to achieve their dreams together. Our employees and partners have always been relentless in their pursuit of excellence in the face of challenges. We are very proud of what we have achieved, and we are proud of our leadership. We hope you will give full play to your talents and help make GAC a world-class company.