Senior Planner PMO

Location(s): Franklin TN

Job Schedule: Full-time

Education Requirement: Bachelors Degree

Sponsorship: No

Come Drive Innovation with Us. We are currently looking for a Senior Planner PMO to join our team in Franklin TN. Provides program management support for assigned program initiatives towards maximizing NNAs Profit and Presence through all levers (revenue cost quality etc.). Analyzes and presents supporting data tracks program performance and analyzes of program results while ensuring PDCA governance for holistic program management.

A Day in the Life:

The responsibilities listed are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties for this role. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed to support business objectives.

• Execute strategic initiatives utilizing comprehensive in-depth knowledge and emerging industry trends. For example price/volume content customer cost and profit trends.
• Provides necessary support and analysis to program managers senior manager and OPD (Overseas Program Director).
• Collects and selects data conducts analysis and presents conclusions.
• Assists in successfully managing Program Milestones thru appropriate governance process for DOA approvals.
• Complete management includes coordinating project schedules and event kickoffs Cross- functional collaboration towards an optimal proposal function reply validations business case judgment preparation of executive materials with study results and recommendation and cascading across individual program teams for execution.
• Monitors and conducts business analysis of program performance on an on-going basis.
• Provides data and information to support discussions and negotiations with product planning and vehicle engineering functions to propose life cycle plans to department management.
• Assists with program axis planning and reporting within BP Process including function reply to validation (M&S Purchased Parts and Total TdC) and target setting.
• Conducts In-Market program performance analysis vs. BP targets; assists with validation of operational decisions while evaluating portfolio holistically.
• Researchand propose to Sr. Managers and OPDsopportunities to improve program profitability.
• Reviews market-oriented data (i.e. vehicle specifications retail price destinations sales volume performance and quality objectives etc.) and cost data (i.e. material direct labor direct expense D&D expense manufacturing allocations in-house investments vendor tooling expense common costs sales expense margin etc.)to ensure optimized functional replies from facing teams.
• Proposes improvement ideas as possible.
• As necessary performs other related duties of which the above are representative.

Who Were Looking for:

Job Knowledge and Skill:

• Project Management/Prioritization: Knowledge and experience in developing and executing on part of a broader plan.

• Analytic Aptitude: Understanding of data analysis techniques to transform complex data into simple concise recommendations to peers. Must understand program financials vehicle part cost and feature content program price/volume market complexities and program milestone requirements. Ability to deal with ambiguity and develop framework for other functions to follow.
• Negotiation/Influence: Ability to negotiate skillfully in tough situations and win concessions without damaging relationships.
• Business Acumen: Understands program objectives and takes actions required to align with companys overall strategy and vision while maintaining creativity and entrepreneurial spirit.
• Executive Presence: Excellent oral and written communication skills that builds credibility among key stakeholders.

Experience:

6 years of related experience at a professional level; program management or other related discipline is desired. Experience with financial reporting is highly preferred.

Education:

Bachelors degree in related field. Advanced degree in a related discipline preferred.

Computer Skills:

Proficient in Microsoft tools including Word Excel and PowerPoint.

Travel:

Up to 20% day and overnight travel.

Ability to perform work onsite at Nissan Americas Headquarters Franklin TN.

What Youll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities: Benefit from diverse career paths cross-departmental moves and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars leadership training and tuition reimbursement programs all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one youll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.

Rewards: 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). For more information access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide .

Built for Your Best:

It is Nissans policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race gender military status disability or any other status protected by law. 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.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets and Nissan seeks to maximize the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Nissan aims to improve business results through a workplace and business that meets the 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 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the Americas that are open to all employees and seek to connect employees through common interests and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in our business as we respect and recognize 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 position that will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to our employees and customers into the future.

Required Experience:

Senior IC