Nissan Motor Corporation · 5 days ago
Distribution Analyst 1
Franklin, Tennessee - United States of America
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expNissan North America is seeking a Distribution Analyst 1 to join their team in Franklin, TN. The role involves coordinating and managing distribution activities, training team members, and responding to inquiries related to distribution processes.
AutomotiveCustomer ServiceManufacturingSalesTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
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
Responsible for one or more of the following processes: Regional, Fleet, National, Forecasting
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
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
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
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
Qualification
Required
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
Ability to prioritize and organize work schedule effectively with minimal daily supervision
Ability to focus on the best interests of Nissan and the Regions
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
General knowledge of and the ability to analyze market trends
Preferred
Previous experience at the specialist level in Consumer Affairs, Sales Operations, Distribution, Market Representation or Marketing
Previous sales or dealership contact experience
Desired competencies include: detail-oriented; analytical/PC skills; written, oral and interpersonal communication skills; presentation skills
Company
Nissan Motor Corporation
Nissan Motor Corporation is a global car manufacturer that sells a full line of vehicles under the Nissan and INFINITI brands.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$7.3BKey Investors
Mizuho Bank
2025-07-11Post Ipo Debt· $5.84B
2022-11-30Post Ipo Debt· $1.46B
2000-01-02IPO
Leadership Team
Mike Lavigne
Vice President, Global Customer Experience & Digital Transformation
Makoto Uchida
Director
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