Business Operations Analyst (No sponsorship available for this role)

- ADV000035 - Hybrid

Primary Location United States-California-San Jose

"Vorsprung durch Technik" or, "Progress through Technology" is our company ethos and is the core belief that drives the development of every Audi vehicle. It inspires the innovative solutions, revolutionary engineering and progressive design that have become synonymous with the Audi name. And it reminds us to challenge ourselves, rewrite the rules from time to time and always fuel our pioneering spirit. The spirit that sets us apart on the racetrack and the open road. In our relentless pursuit to become the number one premium car brand in America, we need employees who share in this spirit of challenging the status quo in everything that we do.

Worldwide, the Volkswagen Group has a long tradition of dramatic innovations. The Volkswagen Group with its headquarters in Wolfsburg is one of the world’s leading automobile manufacturers and the largest carmaker in Europe. The Group comprises twelve brands from seven European countries: Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Audi, SEAT, ŠKODA, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Porsche, Ducati, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Scania, and MAN. Here in the US, we are blending German engineering with American ingenuity.

As AoA ADAS Hub, we develop and realize Advanced Driver Assistant and Autonomous Driving solutions. Our mission is to make mobility safe, accessible, and most attractive for our customers. Doing this your location has a big focus on the US market and reflects the customers’ needs of the North American region.

For that, we support the entire operation from strategy, perception, fusion, planning, execution, and end-2-end integration. We are an integral part of Volkswagen Group's, fleet operations for the next generation assisted and self-driving systems.

Role Summary:

The Business Operations Analyst supports the execution of company strategies and goals by assisting with day-to-day operational tasks. The role involves facilitating communication across teams to ensure alignment and smooth collaboration. By reviewing ongoing processes, the analyst identifies areas for improvement and supports the implementation of more efficient workflows. Additionally, the analyst contributes to the onboarding process and provides general support to new team members, promoting a seamless transition into the organization. Ensuring adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements is another key responsibility. By proactively identifying and addressing operational challenges, the analyst plays a vital role in maintaining consistent and efficient business operations

Role Responsibilities:

Operational Support and project management (50%)

Assist in coordinating corrective and preventive actions across the teams
Track and document key project milestones, business performance metrics, and quality KPIs
Support meeting coordination, documentation, and follow-up on action items
Maintain reports, dashboards, and internal trackers using business tools (e.g., Excel, JIRA)
Manage onboarding and offboarding logistics for employees (equipment, system access, documentation) and provide general operational HR support

PMT and quality steering (30%)

Ensure adherence to standardized processes, methods, and tools across local teams
Prepare materials for quality reviews, and support audit or steering meetings
Develop educational materials to train team on QMS and audit topics
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in alignment with global standards
Support compliance efforts and contribute to risk identification and mitigation

Office Administration Coordination (20%)

Provide executive-level administrative support to senior management, ensuring operational efficiency

Proactively monitor and follow up on critical tasks, deadlines, and outstanding issues

Act as point of contact for internal coordination and support resource planning where needed

Provide comprehensive assistance to ensure smooth office operations, including visitor management, facility maintenance, and office asset management

Foster a positive and collaborative team environment by organizing team-building activities and promoting effective communication

Years of Experience:

5-7 years’ experience as an business professional

Education – Required:

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering or comparable

Education – Desired:

Master’s Degree

Skills:
Effective analytical and conceptual skills to derive adequate solutions for business related problems

Planning and organization, project management and time management skills

Ability to solve complex problems

Ability to work independently

Excellent communication skills

Open minded and empathic work style

Excellent team player

Comfortable with ambiguity and tackling new problems

Analyze data to improve business performance

Create dashboards and reports for decision-making

Identify process inefficiencies and recommend solutions

Specialized Skills – Required:

Experience with working in cross-functional environment.
Basic German language skills (written and spoken)

Specialized Skills – Desired:

Experience with working in OEM environment

Work Flexibility:

5% or less travel required. Ability to work overtime as needed.

In the Silicon Valley, the salary range for this role will be $101,400 - $131,600, depending on education and years of relevant experience.

Salary is determined by geographical location and adjusted accordingly. Other benefits for this position include:

Eligibility for annual performance bonus

Healthcare benefit

401(k) with company match

Defined contribution retirement program

Tuition reimbursement

Company lease car program

Paid time off

Volkswagen Group of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.

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Business Operations Analyst (No sponsorship available for this role)