This role supports our ChannelVantage (CVI) organization. As a division of Urban Science, ChannelVantage's mission is to provide valuable products and services that will enable General Motors and their business partners to achieve their goals in the marketplace.

The Contractual Analyst position requires an individual to apply sound business judgment, compliance review, and analysis of client dealership contractual changes.  The individual in this position will ensure business proposals comply with company process/procedures, review contract changes with client decision makers, and if necessary execute new contracts and contractual changes.

• Prepares thorough dealer contracts and oversees the dealer contractual management processes.
• Interprets franchise laws and initiates correct corresponding actions regarding relocations, statutory notifications, etc.
• Initiates effective and appropriate communication with automotive dealers. Notifies internal and external stakeholders of a pending dealer changes.
• Coordinates with corporate legal, market analysis, and other subject matter experts as needed for dealership contractual changes.
• Secures input and approval from decision-makers regarding dealership contractual changes.
• Anticipates and resolves issues that arise during contract processes.
• Tracks, maintains, and reports client data; including dealer contract files and change proposals.
• Develops and maintains effective and positive relationships, with both clients and team members
• Works directly with Dealer Organization Managers.
• Conducts market analysis studies and responds to dealer proposals utilizing Urban Science network planning methodologies.
• Utilizes business and financial analysis skills to perform calculations of net working capital and verify dealer financial information.
• Ensures quality, timeliness and customer satisfaction of all client requested dealership contractual deliverables.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND COMPETENCIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Demonstrates ability to collaborate and work in a team environment.
• Exhibits organization skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrates ability to manage multiple demands and establish priorities.
• Demonstrates analytical and problem solving skills; including the ability to proactively identify issues and solutions.
• Exhibits dedication to meeting and exceeding the expectations of other team members and of the client.
• Exhibits time management skills and the ability to independently prioritize work assignments. This includes the ability to manage to deadlines and work through competing priorities.
• Displays excellent written and oral communication/presentation skills, interpersonal skills and project management skills. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Must possess Baccalaureate degree in related field such as Business, Finance, or Information Systems from an accredited U.S. college or university, or equivalent foreign institution.

• Understanding of college-level math required.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required.

• 2 to 4 years of work experience preferred.

• Automotive, mortgage, loan, or banking experience preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to operate PC and other office equipment. 
• Must be able to present to individuals and groups.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job may require additional hours beyond a traditional 40-hour workweek.  This job may require minimal out of town travel.

This description is intended to describe the type and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this position.  It is NOT an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified.