Product Specialist 1

Location(s): Franklin, TN

Job Schedule: Full-time

Education Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree

Sponsorship: No

Come Drive Innovation with Us. We are currently looking for a Product Specialist 1 to join our team in Franklin, TN. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to support the creation of competitive product proposals that satisfy the needs of our customers, market, and corporate objectives. The C-SUV Product Planning team is responsible for realizing future C-Segment SUV vehicle concepts into reality – securing product competitiveness and meeting the mobility needs of our customers. This position plays a critical role as a key liaison between the global NML planning office and the region MC-NA to drive vehicles into existence that build brand value and achieve enduring profitable growth. We are looking for someone to join the team who is driven, curious, and loves the challenge of solving complex problems.

A Day in the Life:   

The responsibilities listed are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties for this role. Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed, to support business objectives.

Job responsibilities include understanding customer, market and competitor actions in order to propose a product plan that helps Nissan attract and retain customers, while driving volume, profit and improving brand opinion. As needed, initiate changes to plans and strategies to ensure appropriateness, given changes in the market environment and /or corporate objectives. This position will report directly to a Manager within the team.

• Support building vehicle plan, from initial concept to launch, and proposing after launch lifecycle plan where applicable
• Work with RPM and CPS team to plan target performance levels for new vehicle programs. Work to build consensus for proposed target performance level within engineering and marketing groups.
• Support managing in-market vehicle performance and propose short-term ideas to improve competitiveness, increase vehicles’ profit or reduce cost (Profit Optimization and Right Sizing)
• Communicate product strategy and specifications to various departments in the company
• Support grade strategy and establishing specifications for planned and existing Nissan/Infiniti vehicle programs. Create specification chart application for engineering and manufacturing, as well as factory model codes and determines build combinations
• Determine and establish transaction prices for all grade/trim levels including options, for previous model years to forecast future price and value trends
• Create and maintain the Product Information Guide (PIG) for assigned model lines and markets.  Understand and accurately reflect the specifications and strategies for grades and options in the PIG.
• Champion for vehicle program; explain concept and defend product strategy that drives volume, profit and brand opinion improvement.
• Present product plans to Senior Manager and Senior Executives in order to gain concurrence to proceed.
• Weekly communication and negotiation with NML and affiliates as needed to ensure clear understanding and speedy identification and closure of issues.
• Represent Product Planning in meetings with other departments such as Marketing, Pricing, Vehicle Operations, PR, Program Management, Training, Accessory Planning, Engineering, etc.

Who We’re Looking for:

Required:

• 0-1 years of experience
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of and passion for the automotive industry, our products, competitive products, and our customers
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data
• Bachelors Degree in related area
• Up to 25%. Day and overnight travel, including periodic evening and weekend travel and periodic extended trips, both domestically and internationally
• Ability to perform work onsite at NNA HQ Franklin, TN.

Desired:

• Highly motivated, looking for a fast paced work environment
• Ability to analize and draw insights from data, proficient in tools such as Mtab, PIN, Polk, and MS Office.
• Ability to create clear/concise slides and present material proficiently
• Ability to excel in cross-functional and cross cultural environment
• Knowledge of Nissan’s internal processes, especially in Product Planning, PMO, CMM
   

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:

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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.

Franklin Tennessee United States of America