Senior Manager, Merchandising (South Central)

WORK MODEL

Responsible for all Regional Merchandising activities.

• Develop, launch, and manage Regional Marketing Programs (MSP), including communications to DSMs and dealers, updates, and final payment processing documentation.
• Submit MSP programs for National Sales approval in line with executive signature matrix requirements.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver presentations for Regional HDAA meetings; publish detailed meeting minutes post-event.
• Cook up and oversee Regional Auto Shows (setup, logistics, execution, and breakdown).
• Coordinate Regional HDAA activities with advertising agencies.
• Manage department budget, ensuring monthly and annual expenses remain within guidelines.
• Organize and support sales training for DSMs and regional sales consultants.
• Manage expertise in STAR and National Incentive Programs; resolve dealership payment issues and liaise with National Incentive and Audit teams.
• Implement and manage regional ad co-op programs in collaboration with National Marketing, including compliance and reporting.
• Train and mentor DSMs to enhance performance and program execution.
• Process MSP payments and ensure fair distribution of dealership co-op funds.
• Oversee administrative duties, including time-off approvals, equipment/software requests, and employee performance evaluations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support business objectives.

What You Will Bring To The Role

• A high school graduate, with a bachelor’s degree preferred and a master’s degree a plus.
• Eight years wholesale related automotive experience, with demonstrated abilities in direct dealer contacts.
• Two to three years of supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated abilities in AS400, SQL, EXAM, QMF and database management.
• Excellent analytical, communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong computer skills – Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook.
• AS400 system experience a plus.

Hyundai Can Offer You

• Compensation Range: $114,800 - $164,000 annual base salary.
• Monthly Hyundai/Genesis vehicle lease allowance (including insurance and maintenance).
• Holiday Pay - the company shuts down with pay between Christmas and New Years.
• Vacation and sick time off.
• Healthcare insurance (medical, dental, and vision).
• 401(K) company match.
• Additional 401(K) Employer Enhanced Contribution program – eligible after 1 year of employment, in addition to the regular employer matching contribution.
• Basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability.
• Mental health, wellbeing, and employee assistance program.
• Health advocate (coordinate care and services, assistance with claim and billing issues, understanding Hyundai benefits).

What Happens Next

Express your interest by submitting an application. Once your application is received, our recruiting team will review your application to see if you meet the basic and preferred qualifications listed on the job description. For more information on our hiring process please visit our How We Hire page.

Other Details

• Physical requirements: Normal office duties.