Director, Loss Mitigation Strategy & Analytics

What’s Under the Hood DriveTime Family of Brands includes in-house financing and servicing through Bridgecrest, which is one of the country’s leading financial servicing providers. Bridgecrest services roughly $25+ billion in finance receivables for DriveTime and other third parties. We service auto loans across a wide credit spectrum with the intent of creating a strong path to vehicle ownership for our customers. That’s Nice, But What’s the Job? In short, as the Director, Loss Mitigation Strategy & Analytics, you will play a critical role at Bridgecrest by identifying, quantifying, and validating operating and strategic initiatives that drive profitability and performance. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, analytics, and operations, using data-driven insights to influence decision‑making, improve customer outcomes, and optimize asset recovery while leading and developing a high‑impact analytics team. Role Responsibilities Formulate, develop, and institute business strategies that drive company profit and long‑term value. Partner closely with operations to shape strategy, run pilots, and clearly communicate results and insights. Identify, track, and forecast the key drivers and transactions that impact organizational performance. Collaborate with operational leaders, business intelligence teams, and senior management to execute strategic initiatives. Leverage data to communicate research findings and recommend actionable next steps for strategic and operational improvement. Develop loss mitigation strategies that improve customer performance on vehicles or optimize speed to asset recovery and maximize wholesale market value. Lead, mentor, and develop an analytics team to deliver high‑quality insights at scale. We’re Looking For: Naturally curious thinkers who constantly ask why, what, and how and enjoy expanding their knowledge. Highly organized professionals with strong time‑management skills who can juggle multiple priorities and shifting deadlines. True multi‑taskers who thrive in fast‑paced, dynamic environments. Confident communicators with excellent verbal and written skills who can engage audiences from frontline partners to senior leadership. Analytical problem‑solvers with strong reporting capabilities who can turn data into clear, timely insights. Detail‑oriented individuals who take pride in accuracy, rigor, and thoughtful analysis. The Specifics Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field such as Analytics, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline. 5+ years of experience in financial or operational analysis. Experience leading and developing a team of analysts. Experience with A/B testing, experimental design, and economic or financial analysis. Strong SQL, Snowflake, or related programming skills and advanced Excel skills. Nice to Have Prior experience in customer behavior analytics. Python, DBT, Sigma. Prior auto finance experience. So What About the Perks? Perks Matter We take a hybrid work approach, finding balance between the benefits of in‑person and work‑from‑home environments. This position has an on‑site expectation of a minimum of three days a week. Medical, dental, and vision coverage. DriveTime family of brands covers a sizable amount of insurance premiums to ensure employees receive top‑tier healthcare coverage. 401(k), company‑paid life insurance policy, short‑ and long‑term disability coverage to name a few. Growth opportunities: approximately 1,000 employees promoted year over year. Tuition reimbursement. Wellness program: health is wealth! Includes self‑guided coaching, journeys, cash incentives, and discounts on medical premiums through engaging in fun activities. Competitive pay across the organization. In‑house gym. Social events outside day‑to‑day work. Smart‑casual dress. Paid time off: wellness days, holidays, and personal time. Anything Else? DriveTime Family of Brands is a Great Place to Work Certified. 90% of employees say they feel right at home. Legal Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of background and drug screening. DriveTime is a drug‑free, tobacco‑free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr DriveTime