Senior Operations Manager-Maine

Location:

Maine

Job Schedule:

Full-time

Education Requirement:
Bachelor's

Sponsorship:
No

• Conduct routine dealership visits with Aftersales staff, dealership management, and Dealer Principals.
• Assess Accessories, Parts, and Service (APS) operations using the 5 Mindsets approach:
  Convenience, Quality, Competitiveness, Transparency, and Friendliness.
• Provide consultative coaching and action plans to improve APS opportunities.
• Coordinate Aftersales Core Processes and deliver training aligned with NNA tools and technologies.
• Promote Technician Certification training and support recognition programs.
• Review dealership marketing, CRM, social media, websites, eCommerce, and BDC alignment with NNA initiatives.

• Perform dealer financial and operational analysis to identify improvement opportunities.
• Utilize key ratio management aligned with NNA and industry benchmarks.
• Develop and implement action plans to improve KPIs, APS sales, Fixed Absorption Rate, and ROS.
• Review APS performance reports with Dealer Principals and management.
• Monitor cash flow, inventory, and capital related to APS operations.

• Analyze sell-in and sell-out data to assess parts loyalty.
• Identify barriers and develop action plans to improve profitability, retention, and brand loyalty.
• Participate in CSI-focused reviews and implement corrective actions.
• Administer goodwill decisions and monitor customer satisfaction metrics.

• Support AGM with Market Representation activities and dealership standing matters.
• Assist with dealership openings, closures, and special events.
• Maintain awareness of competitive dealerships and market expansion opportunities.
• Support regional, national, and district initiatives including auto shows and special brand events.

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or a related field (required).
• Minimum 6 years of progressive Marketing and Sales experience.
• At least 3 years of analytical experience in automotive industry specialties, including Sales Operations, Dealer Agreements, Marketing, Parts & Service.
• Minimum 2 years in dealer contact support roles (e.g., WDM, FOM, FSM, DOM) required for advancement.
• Strong working knowledge of office productivity tools and sales-related systems.
• Ability to manage priorities independently in a virtual environment.
• Strong relationship-building, communication, and influencing skills.
• Results-driven mindset with the ability to overcome resistance.
• Ability to analyze complex situations and present clear recommendations.

• Travel:
  More than 75% domestic travel (day and overnight).
• Must reside within the assigned district.

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.

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.

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.

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