What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Group Manager, Pricing and Profitability position at Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.?
Key Responsibilities:
- Pricing Strategy:
- Develop and implement pricing strategies to maximize profitability and market share.
- Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform pricing decisions.
- Monitor and adjust pricing based on market trends, cost changes, and competitive actions.
- Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to ensure pricing strategies support overall business goals.
- Dealer Incentives:
- Design and manage dealer incentive programs to drive sales and dealer engagement.
- Analyze the effectiveness of incentive programs and make adjustments as needed.
- Communicate incentive programs to dealers and provide training and support.
- Monitor dealer performance and ensure compliance with incentive program requirements.
- Financial Planning and Analysis:
- Lead the financial planning and analysis (FP&A) activities for the department.
- Prepare and present financial reports, forecasts, and budgets to senior management.
- Analyze financial data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
- Develop and implement action plans based on financial analysis to achieve business objectives.
- Dealer Pricing:
- Establish and maintain dealer pricing structures that balance profitability and competitiveness.
- Work with the sales team to develop pricing proposals for dealers.
- Monitor dealer pricing compliance and address any discrepancies.
- Provide pricing support and guidance to dealers as needed.
- Subvention Programs:
- Develop and manage subvention programs to support dealer sales and financing.
- Collaborate with the finance team to ensure adequate funding for subvention programs.
- Monitor the performance of subvention programs and make adjustments as needed.
- Communicate subvention program details to dealers and provide training and support.
- Collaboration with Kawasaki Motors' Sales Department:
- Work closely with Kawasaki Motors' Sales department to align pricing and sales strategies.
- Participate in joint planning and strategy meetings with the sales team.
- Provide pricing and profitability insights to support sales initiatives.
- Ensure effective communication and collaboration between the pricing and sales teams.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Economics, or a related field. MBA preferred.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in pricing, financial planning and analysis, or related fields, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of the motorcycle industry and dealer networks.
- Proven track record of developing and implementing successful pricing strategies.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis tools, as well as Microsoft Office Suite.
Key Competencies:
- Strategic Thinking
- Leadership and Team Management
- Analytical Skills
- Communication and Negotiation
- Financial Acumen
- Customer Focus
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Profile Differentiators:
- Experience in founding, co-founding or working in a fast-paced startup environment
- Experience in Powersports Finance Industry (motorcycle, ATVs UTVs, PWCs)
- Experience in a FinTech startup
- Prior experience in managing a team of Data Scientists and Risk Analysts
- Master’s degree or Advanced Professional degree
Salary:
$155,000 - $170,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
Equal Opportunity:
KMRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with KMRF is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Salary : $155,000 - $170,000