Job Description

Position Summary:

The Senior Manager, Strategy is responsible for evaluating opportunities and delivering recommendations that align with AutoNation’s growth strategy

Organizational Relationships:

Directly reports to the V.P. of Strategy with interaction across Executive leadership, Board of Directors, Investor Relations, Corporate Communications, Public Relations, Finance and M&A teams, and business stakeholders

Job Responsibilities:

Support AutoNation’s Pre-Owned Growth Strategy

Develop comprehensive landscape view of marketplace
Assess gaps to address (e.g. capabilities, operating model, solutions)
Define blueprint for scalable approach to grow Pre-Owned
Identify viable growth plans: both organic and inorganic
Collaborate with M&A team on evaluation of potential acquisition targets, with emphasis on strategy due diligence and fit with AutoNation
Support strategic planning and communication efforts (e.g. EC reviews, Board meetings)

Provide overall support around AutoNation’s strategic initiatives

Evaluate and assess opportunities for fit with AutoNation strategy
Support regular meetings with Executive Committee and Board of Directors on Brand Extensions Strategy

 Qualifications:

8+ years of relevant work experience, strong preference for experience working in core operational areas of automotive retail
Significant experience working with quantitative analyses (e.g. financial, modeling, forecasting)
Strong communication skills: both verbal and written
Effective project management skills and ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects
Ability to be flexible and work in fluid, fast-paced environment
Experience working in MS Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Must meet company’s requirements for employment
Must adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety standards

Physical Requirements:

Standard office environment, with occasional travel (~1-2x per month) 

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