Lotus Cars builds world-class, high-performance and lightweight sports cars that are sold all around the world.

We are seeking a Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) intern in the Group commercial department to join us in our Global Commercial site based in Coventry.

• Location:  Coventry

• Contract duration: 6 months

• Part time / or full-time (minimum 20 hours per week)

Summary:

The S&OP Intern will support the S&OP Manager in daily operational tasks for our European markets, helping ensure smooth coordination between sales, logistics, and finance teams. This internship provides hands‑on experience in sales operations planning within an international and fast-paced automotive environment.

What you'll do:

-          Support the preparation of sales forecasts and analysis of order bank and pipeline data.

-          Assist with weekly/monthly sales reporting and inventory analysis to maintain clear visibility of order intake, retail/wholesale progress and stock levels across European markets.

-          Support in in preparing production forecast inputs and ensuring timely data submission in internal systems.

-          Assist with market analysis of JATO data and customer order analysis, such as configuration mix or take‑rate trends.

-          Coordinate with colleagues in European sales offices, logistics, finance, and dealer networks on operational follow‑ups.

-          Prepare PowerPoint slides and short summaries for business reviews and weekly alignment meetings.

-          Help identify process or reporting improvement opportunities and general ad hoc tasks

What You Will Learn

-          How the end-to-end S&OP process works within a global automotive company.

-          Practical experience in sales performance analysis, forecasting, and inventory planning.

-          How to work and communicate with cross‑functional stakeholders (sales, logistics, finance, dealers).

-          Hands‑on experience working in Excel, planning tools, and data‑driven communication skills.

-          Prioritising of tasks and problem solving in a multicultural European business environment.

-          Insights into operational decision-making and how commercial performance is monitored and steered.

What you'll bring:

Essential -

-          Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data cleaning).

-          Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

-          Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail.

-          Ability to work independently, stay organized, and manage multiple small tasks.

-          Good communication skills and ability to work with international colleagues.

Desirable -

-          Fluency in Chinese (Mandarin) language

-          Knowledge of or interest in the automotive industry.

-          Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or data visualisation tools.

What we offer:

In addition to a competitive salary, you will have access to the following benefits:

-          25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays (Pro-rated)

-          Pension scheme access. 

-          Private Healthcare.

-          Group income protection based on length of service.

-          Family Friendly policies.

-          Exclusive Employee discount, wellbeing and recognition platform #ForUSLOT.

Additional Information:

This role will be based at our Coventry office and is on-site. The position is for 20 hours per week.

If you are on a student visa, or if you have the right to work in the UK full-time and your visa conditions permit, the role may be offered at up to 38 hours per week.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.

Our Company:

Group Lotus is a leading sports car manufacturer with a 75-year long history of iconic designs, groundbreaking engineering and legendary victories on the F1 track. Today we are transforming into a truly global performance car brand focused on the electrical future. In 2022 we launched the Eletre, the world’s first all-electric hyper-SUV, and in 2023 Emeya, our fully-electric Hyper-GT.

As part of the Lotus team, you push boundaries. Those of the car industry and of your own. Every member of the Lotus family has some of the pioneering mindset of founder Colin Chapman in them.

We're not just a car company; we're a diverse mix of talent from all walks of life. At Lotus, we firmly believe that diversity and inclusion are not just buzzwords but essential pillars of a thriving and successful organization. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments during the interview process. If you require any special assistance or adjustments, please let us know in advance so we can ensure a fair and accessible interview experience. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone can thrive.

Do you want to know what Sophisticated, Rebellious and Pioneering mean for Lotus? Come and take a look at our career site and join the incredible adventure:

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