Senior Analyst Margin Improvement

Location: Franklin, TN • Full-time hybrid

About the role

A working leader for all aspects of cost reduction and margin opportunities, recommendations, and performance.

Responsibilities

• Work cross-functionally 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
• Monitor and evaluate threats or opportunities; develop recommendations for potential NNA cost minimization/avoidance
• Manage, approve, monitor, and validate in-house and NSCs costs (FOBs) based on competitive FOBs of local suppliers and other sources
• Develop, maintain, and enhance analytical models to evaluate financial impact of new and ongoing cost-reduction initiatives
• Manage tactical activities such as daily maintenance of in-house and Nissan Affiliated Companies (NSCs) costs (FOBs) and lead strategic initiatives
• Manage performance-tracking reports to ensure objective achievement
• Present project updates and KPI reviews at management communication meetings
• Complete semiannual analysis and develop business-plan submissions for NSCs parts reflecting cost changes and exchange-rate impacts
• Manage and validate NSCs exchange-rate adjustments
• Ensure continuous improvement to Margin Improvement processes
• Maintain and update SOP documentation
• Perform other related duties as necessary

Requirements

• Five (with MBA) to seven (without 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
• Bachelor’s degree in a related business discipline; Master’s degree preferred

Skills

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

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, and retirement savings
• Unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of the Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP)
• Career growth and continuous learning opportunities through diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms
• Skill enhancement through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs