Dealer Operations Manager

Location(s): Carolinas

Job Schedule: Full-time

Education Requirement: Bachelor's

Sponsorship: No

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We are currently looking for a Dealer Operations Manager to join our team in the Carolinas.

Supports assigned dealerships’ sales operations to achieve all district’s new vehicle wholesale and retail sales objectives including commercial.  In addition, promotes and supports all customer service and sales enhancing programs such as CPO and rental programs.  Assesses sales operations through routine contact and site visits.  Identifies areas of improvement and motivates dealership sales management to make improvements and take corrective actions to drive sales.  Helps identify best in class dealerships’ practices and recommends incorporation into programs and policies.  Works with Fixed Operations Manager counterpart to synergize operations.  Provides logistical support relating to market representation changes and issues affecting assigned dealerships as directed by AGM.  Cooperates with other districts to maximize national sales efforts. 

Districts may consist of 11 to 13 Dealerships depending on complexity and geographic factors.

Who We're Looking for:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field required.  Classes towards Nissan Way Leadership Academy Certification, Completion of Nissan Sales & Service Way Training, Model Line Certification preferred.
1. A total of 6 years of progressive Marketing and Sales experience for the senior level including:
A minimum 3 years of analytical experience in various specialties of the automotive industry including:
Sales Ops Dealer Agrmts Marketing Parts & Serv
Sales Reporting Mkt Rep
Market Analytics Pricing Consumer Affairs
Distribution Customer Satisfaction/Experience Advertising & Promotions Warranty
Car flow, car mix Facilities/Merchandising CMM/ML Manufacturing
  Contests & Incentives
  Product Planning
Prior work may be a combination within a dealership, region, headquarters, or manufacturing facility and may be at the Analyst or Regional Manager level or similar type of position.
At least 2 or more additional years of experience within a previous dealer contact support role such as FSM, FOM or DOM role is required for some district assignments and advancement to the senior level.
Previous experience supervising others and previous experience in a sales capacity is desirable.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of word processor, spreadsheet, other PC applications, or mainframe applications to produce non-standard, creative products. Additional knowledge of sales related systems.
3. Proven ability to read and understand financial statements and other key operating reports and apply to strategies to improve sales.
4. Demonstrated ability to prioritize own schedules and organize work load effectively with minimal daily supervision.
5. Demonstrated ability to function effectively and remain  productive in a virtual office environment
6. Ability to focus on the best interests of the dealership and Nissan.  Can remain objective in the course of building relationships.
7. Dedication to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers.
8. Attentive to others opinions and perspectives.
9. Demonstrated ability to influence the actions of others by building credibility through dealership knowledge, effective recommendations, clear communications, honesty, and demonstrated follow-up on promises.
10. Result driven even in the face of resistance or setbacks.
11. Understands dealer agreements and required performance and policy compliance for dealerships.
12. Ability to present ideas and analysis in an effective manner.
13. Ability to understand the complexities of situations and solicit assistance from others as needed.

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.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team.  When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable.  Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique 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 over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees – with shared characteristics or interests – build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror 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 diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.