• Mandatory start date of July 22, 2024
• Candidates must have a Bachelor's graduation date between December 2022 - May 2024
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This is an accelerated graduate program designed for high potential, highly-mobile, and candidates with strong interest in the automotive industry, including automotive finance. The selected individual will rotate through three placements over an exciting 18 month period. This program is not a shadow experience and individuals will be exposed to hands on training in all aspects of the business.

Role Summary

The Retail Development Graduate Analyst will support all aspects of the Audi Network Development Team, which is responsible for strategy and operational excellence of Audi's US Dealer network. The Graduate Analyst will support with operational and project work across the various team functions, including Retail Strategy, Retail Performance, Dealership Franchising and Standards, and Retail Facilities. Key rotational areas to support these functions are outlined below.

The selected candidate can expect to learn about and support on topics including dealer franchise laws, dealership and OEM manufacturer relations, dealer franchise standards and compliance, dealer performance, and dealer retail processes.

Role Responsibilities

Rotation 1 - Dealer Standards & Franchise Management

• Learn about dealer contractual obligations and compliance mechanisms; Network Development Policies & Procedures
• Evaluate and process dealer agreement updates for Dealer Franchising
• Monitor dealer standards & ensure compliance with network policies
• Update and maintain Network Development internal policies
• Support development of internal and external departmental communications

Rotation 2 - Retail Experience & Operations

• Learn about what makes a successful dealer and what data and analysis is conducted to measure dealer performance
• Develop Tableau Dashboards to promote visualization of dealer performance
• Support strategic topics within the Retail Experience, including; Audi’s sustainability program, sales and service buying process, and digital tools/data that enhance on-going facility build projects
• Support development of the ideal retail experience and retail experience programming

Rotation 3 - Market Development and Retail Strategy

• Learn about how to evaluate markets and determine recommended retail footprint adjustments
• Conduct market studies to determine recommended adjustments in key markets
• Evaluate market change requests and provide recommendations
• Support development and management of 2024 and 2025 retail strategy action plans

Preferred Degree

• Bachelors’ degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Finance, Operations or similar major

Specialized Skills: Knowledge or certifications unique to this role

• Demonstrated proficiency Microsoft Office tools, including Power Point and Excel
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of data analytics tools as well visualization tools such as Tableau

Skills: General skills needed to perform the job

• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills
• A strong attention to detail
• A strong desire to learn, ask questions and take on new challenges

Volkswagen Group of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.