Junior Analyst II Margin Improvement

About the role

Come Drive Innovation with Us. We are currently looking for a Junior Analyst II Margin Improvement to join our team at Nissan's HQ in Franklin, TN.

Responsibilities

• Cross-functional work with Supply Chain, Finance, Information Systems, Purchasing and other teams (internally and externally) on:
• Identifying and getting approval for new cost reduction ideas
• Past model parts management
• Introduction and establishment of new model parts cost
• Track identified threats or opportunities and assist to develop recommendations for potential NNA cost minimization/avoidance.
• Manage/approve/monitor/validate in-house and NSCs costs (FOBs) based on competitive FOBs of local suppliers and other sources, etc.
• Update and track COP models to evaluate impact of cost reduction initiatives.
• Perform daily maintenance activities related to in-house and Nissan Affiliated Companies (NSCs) costs (FOBs).
• Maintain performance tracking reports to ensure objective achievement.
• Support development of material for KPI reviews.
• Support semiannual analysis and develop business plan submissions for NSCs parts reflecting cost changes and exchange rate impacts.
• Manage/validate the NSCs exchange rates adjustments.
• Keep SOP documentation maintained and up to date.
• As necessary, other related duties of which the above are representative.

Requirements

• Superior analytical skills and strong abilities to communicate quantitative or analytical findings succinctly.
• Solid understanding of internal parts systems and parts operations or demonstrated ability to quickly learn new systems and operations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Technical automotive parts experience is beneficial.
• Experience: Three (with MBA) to five (w/o MBA) or more years of financial, purchasing, and business analysis with knowledge of cost/margin optimization.
• Experience in the automotive industry, service parts or high SKU industrial environment is highly preferred.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related business discipline. Master's degree preferred.

Computer Skills

• Thorough computer knowledge to resolve complex problems in day-to-day situations.
• Excellent Excel, and PowerPoint knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Word.
• Knowledge of Access and Power BI a plus.
• Familiarity with Nissan legacy/mainframe applications to resolve complex problems in day-to-day situations is a plus.
• Moderate technical and/or programming experience is beneficial.

Benefits

Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP).