Regional Sales Operations Analyst

At Kia, we’re creating award-winning products and redefining what value means in the automotive industry. It takes a special group of individuals to do what we do, and we do it together. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative. Our people thrive on thinking differently and challenging the status quo. We are creating something special here, a culture of learning and opportunity, where you can help Kia achieve big things and most importantly, feel passionate and connected to your work every day.

Kia provides team members with competitive benefits including premium paid medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents, 401(k) plan matching of 100% up to 6% of the salary deferral, and paid time off. Kia also offers company lease and purchase programs, company-wide holiday shutdown, paid volunteer hours, and premium lifestyle amenities at our corporate campus in Irvine, California.

Status

Exempt

General Summary

The purpose of this position is to develop the skills and knowledge to become a successful District Manager within KUS's structure. At the direction of the Regional Sales Manager, support all regional sales positions - Distribution, Dealer Development, and Marketing. Supports regional sales operations to assure KUS sales policies and procedure are understood and implemented by the dealer body.

This role offers hands-on training and exposure to all areas of our Regional operations, with a path for career growth. It is designed as a management trainee position, with the long-term goal of developing future District Managers, which will require field travel and relocation.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

1st Priority - 35%

Support Regional Sales Manager in Day-to-Day operations

2nd Priority - 30%

Support District Sales Managers in their achievement of objectives and daily tasks.

3rd Priority - 15%

Monitor retail and wholesale performance up to the regional level.

4th Priority - 15%

Support all regional sales positions – Distribution, Dealer Development, and Marketing.

5th Priority - 5%

Miscellaneous programs, projects and assignments as determined and requested by Regional Sales Manager.

Personally Performed Duties

• This position supports the Regional Sales Managers in day-to-day sales operations to maximize retail and wholesale, by assisting in the organization of District projects and daily communications with the field
• Travel with District Sales Managers to assist with their job responsibilities to help achieve targets, and complete tasks by given deadlines.
• Monitor retail and wholesale performance through the development and distribution of sales reports
• Support all regional sales positions by assisting each department (Distribution, Dealer Development, and Marketing) with administrative duties
• Coordinate ad hoc programs, projects and assignments as determined and requested by Regional Sales Manager
  
  

Qualifications/Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
  
  

Job Requirement

Overall Related Experience

• 0-3 years’ work or internship experience preferred- Analyst assignment
  
  

Directly Related Experience

• Knowledge of automotive manufacturers and/or distributors and their relationship with their dealers is a plus for Analyst assignment.
  
  

Position Requirements

• Occasional travel may be required domestically and/or internationally
• May need to work additional hours outside of normal business hours as required by the job, including weekends or holidays
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Ability to relocate to a new location if requested by company
  
  

Specialized Skills And Knowledge Required

• Intermediate PC skills in a windows-based environment
• Well organized, with the ability to complete projects as assigned
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Must be self initiating; able to work under minimal supervision and under high pressure and stress with multiple same time deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills required (written and oral)
  
  

Competencies

• Care for People
• Chase Excellence Every Day
• Dare to Push Boundaries
• Empower People to Act
• Move Further Together
  
  

Pay Range

$63,669.83 - $82,796.00

Pay will be based on several variables that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to, job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, etc.

Equal Employment Opportunities

KUS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, including pregnancy and childbirth and related medical conditions, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, legally protected physical disability or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. KUS complies with applicable law governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which KUS has offices. The KUS EEO policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.

Disclaimer: The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and for this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.