Distribution Analyst 1

Location(s): Franklin, TN Job Schedule: Full-time- Hybrid - In office Monday-Thursday Education Requirement: Bachelor's Sponsorship: No Come Drive Innovation with Us. We are currently looking for a Distribution Analyst 1 to join our team in Franklin, TN. Responsible for coordinating, monitoring, and managing Distribution activities. Responds to questions on distribution-related subjects. Assists in training team members and dealership personnel on ordering as well as responding to distribution-related inquiries from the field and dealership personnel. A Day in the Life Regional and Fleet : Subject matter expert relative to distribution activities including but not limited to: vehicle allocation processes; order pool management; supplemental allocation activities; order assignments; in depth knowledge of host and web based systems supporting distribution activities and dealer inquiries; training other team members. Ability to prepare all dealer communications Supports dealers with allocation and order placement questions along with tracking/expediting customer sold orders. Supports Fleet customers on order placement to delivery schedule, and monitoring shipments. Ensures distribution policy compliance. Responds to dealer and fleet customer inquiries on all facets of the distribution process, including questions regarding vehicle availability, vehicle order status, and shipping schedules. Trains and assists dealership personnel on automated vehicle ordering systems, enabling dealers to order the correct mix of vehicles Locates, assigns and processes product searches for special need vehicles for other departments. As necessary, performs other related duties of which the above are representative. National : Responsible for determining Nissan and Infiniti wholesale availability and set regional/national wholesale and Draft objectives for Carflow Communicate a daily wholesale forecast and analyze the movement of vehicles within the forecast in order to determine risk, find anomalies, and resolve issues that may prevent the successful completion of wholesale/assignment objectives Responsible for managing excessive dwell at VPCs and Rail Ramp locations. Responsible for New Model Launch coordination relative to distribution activities including but not limited to: coordination meetings with CMM, WWS, SCM and distribution, launch allocation formula/letters, pricing and Monroney flags Responsible for managing and responding to all communications that come through the National Distribution mailbox, included but not limited to: inputting Retail Delivery Records per exception requests, answering requests from legal, supporting ad hoc requests from WWS / SCM, and NNA teams. Producing and distributing related sales and production ad hoc data analysis. Forecasting : Work with a model-line specific team that follows the lifecycle of a production mix of trim/options, from forecast at N+2 timing to production, in the support of creating a better forecast, recommendations to dealers for the current production order, and final build specs for unsold orders. Generate forecasts, recommended trim and model mix of future production. Review the output of the Dealer Order Limit system to ensure fair and equitable allocation of constrained commodities. Maintain models available table, VPC accessory application table, and National color table in support of the forecasting and allocation process. Generate reports as an output of the recommended order process, including mandates, and analyze those ensuring accurate application as well as market anomalies and compliance to distribution policies. Data analysis; as it pertains to vehicle forecasting and ordering, retail sales, region review, and scheduling changes. Buybacks : Responsible for managing all retail and fleet buybacks nationally for both Nissan and Infiniti, including coordinating with final disposition to Company Vehicles. Collaborate with VPC body shops in support of timely repair and final disposition of vehicles returned for repair due to damage Work in partnership with WWS, NNA insurance carrier in support of large scale events requiring repurchase of dealer inventory, as necessary. Track damaged units that have not been shipped to support shipment to end customer Who We're Looking for A Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university 0-1 year (Specialist) / 1-3 years (Analyst)/ 3-5 years (Analyst 2) progressive Marketing and Sales experience. At the Analyst level, previous experience at the specialist level in Consumer Affairs, Sales Operations, Distribution, Market Representation or Marketing is preferred. Previous sales or dealership contact experience is a plus. Ability to prioritize and organize work schedule effectively with minimal daily supervision. Ability to focus on the best interests of Nissan and the Regions. Can remain objective in the course of building relationships. Dedication to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers. Attentive to others’ opinions and perspectives. Ability to present ideas and analysis in an effective manner with clear and concise communication. Ability to understand the complexities of situations and solicit assistance from others as needed. Ability and availability to work irregular or extended hours including weekends and holidays as needed. Working knowledge of word processor, spreadsheet, other PC applications, or mainframe applications to produce non-standard, creative products. Additional knowledge of sales related systems. Desired competencies include: detail-oriented; analytical/PC skills; written, oral and interpersonal communication skills; presentation skills. General knowledge of and the ability to analyze market trends. Travel: Up to 25% day and overnight domestic travel. What You’ll 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, you'll 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, Nissan Benefits Overview Guide. Built for Your Best: Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws. It is Nissan’s 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.

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