Analyst RV Strategy

Nissan Motor Corporation•Franklin, TN

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

Supports the improvement of residual value (“RV”) performance of the Nissan brand through efficient and effective management practices. Supports the RV governance process to drive effective decision making, execution and alignment of objectives. Supports management in working cross-functional and collaboratively with key stakeholders to build RV improvement strategies, establish targets and implement processes through all upstream and downstream functions. A Day in the Life: Supports management in the functional operations related to RV Steering Committee governance. Supports management in working with local and global leadership to integrate RV strategies and action plans within annual Business Plans (BP), Mid-Term Plans (MTP) and Product Milestones to ensure sustainable profitability and growth. Serves as liaison with Product Planning, CMM, Pricing, C&I, Remarketing Finance, NMAC Remarketing and CPO teams on RV initiatives. Supports management in working cross-functionally and collaboratively with key stakeholders to build and support RV improvement strategies, establish targets and implement processes through all upstream and downstream functions (i.e., development, analysis, and communication of information regarding pre-owned vehicle sales, profitability, model-option-trim level performance, pricing and competitive product activities). Supports relationships with external 3rd party RV setters (e.g. ALG, KBB, JDP, etc.) in collaboration with Remarketing Finance department and internal key stakeholders. Coordinates the setting of accurate and optimal residual values. Coordinates the development of key model RV studies, competitive RV analysis and RV forecasts. Actively engages RV Setters with new product launches and model refreshes to fully optimize residual value. Engagement includes content enhancement awareness, product ride and drives, marketing plans, newsletter highlights, and overall model strategy. Develops and distributes communications for RV strategies, targets, action plans, and results to internal and external stakeholders to increase awareness and further engagement. Key point of contact and residential SME for web-based residual value software and analytical tools. Develops, coordinates and implements training of internal stakeholders on web-based residual value software and analytical tools. Supports in the preparation of executive status reports for MC-A, RV Steering Committee and other groups as needed. Supports management in tracking annual RV operations budget to fund program enhancements, RV studies, exposure demo vehicles for RV setters and vehicle transportation costs. Manages RV setter evaluation vehicle ordering, shipping, tracking and disposal. Proactively conducts detailed analyses and recommends new strategic initiatives to optimize RV management. Develops methods of consistency and efficiency for departmental reporting. As necessary, performs other related duties of which the above are representative.

Requirements

Possess a strong understanding of marketing principals, concepts, practices and a general knowledge of industry practices.
Ability to plan, schedule, and manage projects to implementation and make decisions independently.
Strategic and creative thinking skills required with a strong knowledge of data analytics.
Must be highly skilled in both excel and power point.
Four or more years of related experience at a professional level.
Should have broad experience combining multiple areas with Nissan and/or the industry including regional operations, remarketing, product planning, marketing research, pricing, vehicle operations/distribution, sales operations, brand management.
A bachelor's degree from 4-year college or university.
Working knowledge of word processor, spreadsheet, other PC applications, or mainframe applications, etc. to produce non-standard, creative products.
Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

Nice To Haves

Minimal travel required. Less than 10%.

Responsibilities

Supports management in the functional operations related to RV Steering Committee governance.
Supports management in working with local and global leadership to integrate RV strategies and action plans within annual Business Plans (BP), Mid-Term Plans (MTP) and Product Milestones to ensure sustainable profitability and growth.
Serves as liaison with Product Planning, CMM, Pricing, C&I, Remarketing Finance, NMAC Remarketing and CPO teams on RV initiatives.
Supports management in working cross-functionally and collaboratively with key stakeholders to build and support RV improvement strategies, establish targets and implement processes through all upstream and downstream functions (i.e., development, analysis, and communication of information regarding pre-owned vehicle sales, profitability, model-option-trim level performance, pricing and competitive product activities).
Supports relationships with external 3rd party RV setters (e.g. ALG, KBB, JDP, etc.) in collaboration with Remarketing Finance department and internal key stakeholders.
Coordinates the setting of accurate and optimal residual values.
Coordinates the development of key model RV studies, competitive RV analysis and RV forecasts.
Actively engages RV Setters with new product launches and model refreshes to fully optimize residual value.
Develops and distributes communications for RV strategies, targets, action plans, and results to internal and external stakeholders to increase awareness and further engagement.
Key point of contact and residential SME for web-based residual value software and analytical tools.
Develops, coordinates and implements training of internal stakeholders on web-based residual value software and analytical tools.
Supports in the preparation of executive status reports for MC-A, RV Steering Committee and other groups as needed.
Supports management in tracking annual RV operations budget to fund program enhancements, RV studies, exposure demo vehicles for RV setters and vehicle transportation costs.
Manages RV setter evaluation vehicle ordering, shipping, tracking and disposal.
Proactively conducts detailed analyses and recommends new strategic initiatives to optimize RV management.
Develops methods of consistency and efficiency for departmental reporting.
Performs other related duties of which the above are representative.

Benefits

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.
Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.
It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law.
People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team.
When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable.
Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.
Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard.
We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees – with shared characteristics or interests – build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.
Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business.
We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.
Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.