Manager, Network Planning – Strategy

• Support the development and execution of Scout's retail and service network launch and growth strategy

• Conduct market analysis, network planning, and performance assessments to identify growth opportunities, coverage gaps, and optimization opportunities

• Build business cases for network investments, market expansion opportunities, and strategic initiatives

• Evaluate demographic, competitive, economic, and automotive industry data to support market prioritization and expansion recommendations

• Develop forecasting models, scenario analyses, and network performance reporting

• Partner with Corporate Architecture, Retail Operations, Finance, and Real Estate teams on new market entry planning and launch readiness

• Coordinate cross-functional execution of network planning initiatives, managing milestones, dependencies, and risks

• Monitor post-launch performance and recommend improvements to network effectiveness, customer accessibility, and operational performance

• Create dashboards and analytical reporting for network coverage, market performance, customer access, and business outcomes

• Identify opportunities to automate reporting, streamline workflows, and improve operational efficiency through technology and data solutions

• Leverage AI-enabled tools and advanced analytics to improve forecasting, market prioritization, business analysis, and decision-making

• Support adoption of AI-powered planning, reporting, and analytical capabilities across Network Development

• Prepare recommendations, presentations, and executive-ready materials communicating insights, opportunities, risks, and business implications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Analytics, Marketing, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in strategy, consulting, analytics, network planning, market planning, business operations, finance, or a related field
• Experience performing quantitative and qualitative analysis to support business decisions and strategic initiatives
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience developing business cases, forecasts, and financial models
• Experience working cross-functionally to drive initiatives from analysis through implementation
• Proficiency with Excel, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or similar reporting and analytics tools
• Experience utilizing AI-enabled business tools, predictive analytics, or automation solutions
• Ability to translate complex data and analyses into clear business insights and actionable recommendations
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Experience in automotive, retail, direct-to-consumer, franchise, dealer network, or market development environments
• Experience supporting network expansion, site selection, market planning, retail footprint optimization, or go-to-market initiatives
• Familiarity with GIS, location intelligence, predictive modeling, or advanced market analytics tools
• Experience using generative AI, machine learning, or advanced analytics capabilities
• Experience working in a startup, greenfield, or high-growth organization
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Demonstrates expertise in market analysis, network planning, and performance assessment to drive strategic initiatives and optimize business operations. Proficient in utilizing advanced analytics and AI-enabled tools to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency.

• Market Analysis
• Network Planning
• Business Case Development
• AI-Enabled Tools
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Quantitative Analysis
• Qualitative Analysis
• Financial Modeling
• Forecasting
• Performance Reporting

• Analytical Skills
• Problem-Solving
• Communication Skills
• Stakeholder Management
• Presentation Skills

• Automotive
• Retail
• Market Development
• Site Selection
• Direct-to-Consumer

• Excel
• Power BI
• Tableau
• SQL
• GIS