Bloomington Chrysler Jeep Dodge New Vehicle Analyst

For more than 70 years, Walser Automotive Group has put people first: our customers, our employees, and our communities. As a family-owned, family-run company, we’ve grown to 29 dealerships representing 26 brands across Minnesota, Kansas, and Illinois. **We lead with innovation**, technology, and a promise to deliver an exceptional experience every time. - **And your work here matters:** a portion of every vehicle sold and serviced supports the Walser Foundation, investing in schools, nonprofits, and workforce programs in our communities. **At Walser, success starts with people.** Join us to build a career where you can grow, belong, and make a real impact. **Compensation: $55,000 + Incentive based on performance!** **What You’ll Do:** - Use proprietary inventory data to shape, price and measure a market-driven inventory for each assigned store - Utilize market data (e.g., Urban Science Market Master data) to recommend inventory-based marketing strategies to the General Manager - Complete all paperwork in a timely, accurate and complete manner (including properly signing out the vehicle in DMS and tagging it in OEM portal) - Review pricing daily, ensuring all vehicles are priced upfront in alignment with the weekly matrix and monthly gross profit goals, accounting for all “Day 1” inventory - Respond quickly and accurately to all sales staff inquiries regarding inventory, dealer trading, sold/priority orders, product/pricing questions - Continuously evaluate and improve the inventory, using data to strategically decide on how to address gaps, imbalances, etc. - Shape a better inventory to give your stores an advantage over the competition - Align the inventory to fit the store’s strategic inventory goals, helping the stores sell more new vehicles while, at the same time, helping to manage gross profit margins - Stock-in better inventory than the competition, while anticipating inventory that aligns with future customer interest - Audit inventory counts with an awareness of current ground stock and incoming unit counts, trim shortages, color gaps, etc. - Audit and manage Hold Status units - Maintain and monitor a pricing matrix, ensuring that all available vehicles with a real VIN and stock number are priced (including those that have not yet hit ground) - Review and manage aging inventory, using proven practices to minimize costs of carrying aged inventory - Monitor and communicate market share to help the GM track the store’s market share pace - Uphold **Walser’s Core Values:** *Do The Right Thing, Lead By Example, Display Positive Energy, Be Open Minded* **What You Bring:** - Ability to communicate effectively with key partners - Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel - Demonstrated ability and understanding to navigate the DMS and OEM’s order systems - Ability to oversee a large volume store or more complex OEM when it comes to ordering, pricing, and/or building configurations - Ability to do analytical work for extended periods, using a computer and software programs - Ability to multitask with multiple interruptions while thoroughly completing tasks within assigned deadlines in a timely, complete and accurate manner - Demonstrated ability and understanding to navigate the DMS and OEM’s order systems - Foundational knowledge and competence in the store, GM communications, allocations, dealer trading, pricing management, and inventory management - Above average analytical skills **What’s In It For You?** - **Paid Time Off (PTO)** – Take time to relax, spend with family, or enjoy personal time away - **Career Growth & Opportunity for Advancement** We promote from within and provide clear career paths, mentorship, and opportunities to develop and grow your career. - **Fertility & Adoption Assistance:** Receive up to $10,000 in financial assistance for fertility treatments and adoption expenses. - **Comprehensive Health Benefits:** Enjoy medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to HSA and FSA plans to help manage…