Region CFS Director

AutoNation • Remote-TX, OH

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About The Position

The Regional CFS Director serves as a strategic business partner to Market and Store leadership, driving operational excellence and improving performance across AutoNation's Customer Financial Services (CFS) organization. The role develops and supports CFS Development Managers through coaching, training, and operational leadership to improve key performance metrics, including Per Vehicle Retail (PVR), Product Penetration (PI), Vehicle Protection Products (VPP), Customer Satisfaction (CSI), and overall profitability.

Working cross-functionally, the Director leads the implementation of enterprise initiatives, drives organizational change, and builds sustainable learning solutions that strengthen organizational capability and ensure consistent execution across the CFS organization. The position reports to the VP, Operations & OEM Relations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the field subject matter expert for CFS operations, partnering with Corporate, Market, and Store leadership to improve operational execution and business performance.
• Coach, develop, and support CFS Development Managers to drive consistent execution and sustainable business results.
• Partner with Market Presidents and General Managers to develop action plans that improve PVR, product penetration, VPP, CSI, profitability, and other key performance indicators.
• Attend Monthly Operating Reviews (MORs) and provide strategic recommendations based on operational trends, performance data, and business opportunities.
• Lead, coach, develop, and manage the team of CFS Trainers, establishing performance expectations, providing ongoing feedback, and supporting professional development.
• Consult with field leadership on compensation strategies, pay plans, staffing, and performance management initiatives aligned with organizational objectives.
• Identify organizational capability gaps and develop learning strategies to strengthen leadership effectiveness, sales execution, customer experience, and operational consistency.
• Design, implement, and facilitate training programs supporting new initiatives, technology enhancements, operational processes, and leadership development.
• Lead change management efforts by communicating initiatives, building stakeholder alignment, and ensuring successful field adoption.
• Measure learning program effectiveness through performance metrics, business outcomes, and participant feedback, and continuously refine programs to maximize impact.
• Support the development, launch, and continuous improvement of AutoNation CFS initiatives.
• Build relationships across Corporate and Field Operations to support alignment, collaboration, and consistent execution of enterprise priorities.
• Use data and performance analytics to identify trends, prioritize opportunities, and recommend actions that improve operational performance.
• Maintain regular field presence through dealership visits, coaching sessions, operational assessments, and leadership meetings.
• Facilitate national and regional CFS meetings, MORs, conference calls, and leadership workshops as required.
• Collaborate with product partners to evaluate product performance, identify growth opportunities, improve product penetration, and maximize profitability while enhancing the customer experience.
• Monitor partner performance using data, financial analysis, and key performance indicators to identify trends, address gaps, and drive continuous improvement in CFS results.
• Partner with corporate CFS leadership to implement lender and product initiatives, communicate program changes, and ensure consistent execution across markets and dealerships.
• Drive field alignment and accountability with Market CFS leadership, CFS Development Managers, and dealership teams to strengthen partner engagement and optimize lender and product performance.
• Partner with AutoNation Finance to align CFS strategies, financing initiatives, and dealership execution with enterprise objectives.
• Monitor AutoNation Finance performance and key metrics to identify opportunities, address performance gaps, and drive continuous improvement across the assigned territory.
• Identify and resolve operational challenges related to lender programs, product offerings, deal funding, and partner processes, collaborating with internal stakeholders to develop solutions.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 401k matching
• Health insurance plans
• Dental insurance plans
• Vision insurance plans
• Maternity benefits
• Associate purchase and discount programs for vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear
• Deals and discounts through YouDecide

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed