Senior Analyst Margin Improvement

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.

$85K — $110K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related business discipline; Master’s degree preferred.
  • 5-7 years of financial, purchasing, and business analysis experience.
  • Solid understanding of parts systems and operations or quick learning ability.
  • Superior analytical skills with effective communication of findings.
  • Technical automotive parts experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Lead cost reduction and margin improvement initiatives.
  • Coordinate cross-functionally with various internal and external teams.
  • Monitor cost trends and recommend cost minimization strategies.
  • Manage and validate costs for in-house and Nissan Affiliated Companies (NSCs).
  • Develop and enhance analytical models for financial impact assessment.
  • Ensure continuous improvement of margin processes and maintain SOP documentation.
  • Present updates and performance tracking at management meetings.

Benefits

  • Career growth and continuous learning opportunities with diverse paths.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical and retirement savings.
  • Parental leave and support for mental health.
  • Employee lease vehicle discounts and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP).
Full Job Description

Location: Franklin, TN

Job Schedule: Full-time hybrid

Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree

Sponsorship: No

We are currently looking for a Senior Analyst Margin Improvement to join our team in Franklin, TN.

A Day in the Life:

  • Serve as a working leader for all aspects of cost reduction and margin opportunities, recommendations, and performance.

  • Work cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Finance, Information Systems, Purchasing and other teams (internally and externally) on:

    • Identifying and getting approval for new cost reduction ideas

    • past model parts management

    • introduction and establishment of new model parts cost

  • Monitor and evaluate threats or opportunities and develop recommendations for potential NNA cost minimization/avoidance.

  • Manage/approve/monitor/validate in-house and NSCs costs (FOBs) based on competitive FOBs of local suppliers and other sources, etc.

  • Develop, maintain, and enhance analytical models to evaluate financial impact of new and ongoing cost reduction initiatives

  • Manage tactical activities such as daily maintenance of in-house and Nissan Affiliated Companies (NSCs) costs (FOBs) as well as lead strategic.

  • Manage performance tracking reports to ensure objective achievement

  • Present project updates and KPI reviews at management communication meetings

  • Complete semiannual analysis and develop business plan submissions for NSCs parts reflecting cost changes and exchange rate impacts.

  • Manage/validate the NSCs exchange rates adjustments.

  • Ensure continuous improvement to Margin Improvement processes.

  • Keep SOP documentation maintained and up to date.

  • As necessary, other related duties of which the above are representative.

Who We’re Looking for:

Required:

  • Superior analytical skills and strong abilities to communicate quantitative or analytical findings succinctly.

  • Solid understanding of internal parts systems and parts operations or demonstrated ability to quickly learn new systems and operations.

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.

  • Technical automotive parts experience is beneficial.

Experience:

  • Five (with MBA) to seven (w/o MBA) or more years of financial, purchasing, and business analysis with knowledge of cost/margin optimization.

  • Experience in the automotive industry, service parts or high SKU industrial environment is highly preferred

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related business discipline. Master’s degree preferred.

Computer Skills:

  • Thorough computer knowledge to resolve complex problems in day-to-day situations.

  • Excellent Excel, and PowerPoint knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Word. Knowledge of Access and Power BI a plus.

  • Familiarity with Nissan legacy/mainframe applications to resolve complex problems in day-to-day situations is a plus.

  • Moderate technical and/or programming experience is beneficial.

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, access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide.

Built for Your Best:

Franklin Tennessee United States of America

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