Finance Product Development & Marketing Specialist

Legal Entity: American Honda Motor Co., Inc.Business Unit: BU Parts Service & Technical  Department: DEP Service Planning & VSCDivision: DIV PST Planning and Customer RelationsWork Location: Torrance - Main Campus LocationShift: 1stWorkstyle: 100% Onsite  Career Level: 4  Job Grade: Exempt-3  Salary Range: $84,600.00  - $126,900.00  Job PurposeThe purpose and function of Vehicle Service Contract (VSC) Operations department is to service all Honda Care and Acura Care related matters that occur after the date of contract purchase, including VSC claim adjudication and monitoring. Our goal is to influence Honda and Acura customer and dealer loyalty through premier service levels.The Business Development Specialist is responsible for the oversight of auto-vehicle service contracts and ancillary products. Within the daily scope of responsibilities are product marketing & promotion, sales forecasting, penetration rates, analysis of current and historical performance trends, management of dealer.incentive programs and developing and creating products and programs that enhance the profitability of both Honda and Dealers with the ultimate goal of improving customer loyalty and retention. We are looking for people to improve Honda’s brand recognition and help boost financial growth. This position also contributes to the support and training of Field, Sales, and Marketing departments from both AHM and AHFC.Key AccountabilitiesExecute strategies to achieve sales, profitability, and dealer satisfaction targets• Establish National level objectives and review trends• Support and implement changes to programs, initiatives, dealer incentives, and marketstrategies• Act as project lead for inter- and intra-company projects supporting strategy development,including communication to senior leadership• Promote and communicate company direction and initiativesDevelop, Create, and Implement new VSC product strategies• Using knowledge of local market conditions, contribute sales information andrecommendations to strategic plans and pricing• Act as project lead for inter- and intra-company projects supporting product programdevelopment & management, including communication to senior leadership• Represent AHM VSC in industry roundtablesKey Accountabilities ContinuedProvide Support to the regional field associates/management (AHM & AHFC)• Represent VSC at local, regional, and national field meetings (AHM & AHFC)• Provide tools, reporting, and training to help the field team to achieve objectives and KPIs• Identify potential opportunities to further expand or improve objectives and KPIs• Analyze current and past performance trends and prepare reports and projections based on trendBuild, maintain, and develop dealership relationships and contacts• Communicate and address issues while maximizing dealer support• Hold on site meetings and training at dealershipsAssist with the management of VSC Operations• Support efforts to meet risk and profitability targets and compliance requirementQualifications, Experience, and SkillsBS. and/or BA degree in business preferably marketing, finance, management, or CommunicationStrong knowledge of vehicle service contracts, products, and servicesFive years of work experience working with dealers and vehicle components in anautomotive corporate environmentSelf-motivated with strong analytical, organizational and project management skillsPrevious experience working in an analytical capacityAbility to work in a team environmentExperience with project management tools such as schedules, work plans,Microsoft Project, etc.Experience with use of Excel and PowerPoint. PC proficiency in MS Windowsenvironment including Word and AccessAbility to manipulate and analyze raw dataAttention to detail with reliable documentation skillsWhat differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice?Total Rewards:Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)Paid OvertimeRegional Bonus (when applicable)Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx) Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdownCompany Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 401K Plan with company match + additional contributionRelocation assistance (if eligible)Career Growth:Advancement OpportunitiesCareer Mobility Education Reimbursement for Continued LearningTraining and Development Programs Additional Offerings:Tuition Assistance & Student Loan RepaymentLifestyle AccountChildcare Reimbursement AccountElder Care SupportWellbeing ProgramCommunity Service and Engagement ProgramsProduct ProgramsHonda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.Job SummaryJob number: 12858Profession: Corporate Operations