Senior Planner, CCS Product Development & Program Management

Location(s): Franklin TN

Job Schedule: Full-time

Education Requirement: Bachelors Degree

Sponsorship: No

Come Drive Innovation with Us. We are currently looking for a Senior Planner CCS Product Development and Program Management to join our team in Franklin TN. As part of Nissans Connected Car Services (CCS) organization you will play a key role in defining developing and delivering next-generation connected vehicle capabilities digital services telematics solutions fleet services and software-enabled customer experiences. This position combines strategic technical and product planning with program execution leadership to ensure connected vehicle initiatives are successfully developed launched and commercialized.

The Senior Planner CCS Product Development & Program Management serves as a critical bridge between business strategy customer requirements technical product development and connected vehicle platform stakeholders.

This role is responsible for managing connected service programs while supporting the technical planning requirements development solution definition and cross-functional execution necessary to deliver Nissans connected vehicle roadmap. The position works across Product Management Engineering IT Data Platforms Digital Services Cybersecurity Legal Purchasing Suppliers and Global Nissan organizations to ensure successful development and deployment of connected vehicle solutions.

The ideal candidate possesses strong program management capabilities a solid understanding of connected vehicle ecosystems and telematics platforms and the ability to translate business objectives into actionable technical requirements while driving projects from concept through launch.

A Day in the Life:

The responsibilities listed are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties for this role. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed to support business objectives.

Product & Project Management

• Lead planning and development of connected vehicle products and capabilities telematics services vehicle data platforms APIs cloud services mobile applications OTA functionality EV services and fleet solutions from concept through deployment.
• Develop and maintain an integrated product portfolio of individual product roadmaps which depict feature evolution to meet customer needs and revenue objectives.
• Develop and maintain integrated program plans schedules milestones dependencies risks and deliverables.
• Coordinate large cross-functional teams to support development and implementation of telematics-based products and services fleet EV and mobility services.
• Assist in launch readiness planning operational support planning and deployment activities.
• Build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders technology providers and suppliers.
• Monitor project performance through scorecards KPIs executive dashboards and status reporting.
• Manage change requests scope modifications budget impacts and supplier deliverables.
• Identify issues develop mitigation plans and escalate critical risks when necessary.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time within scope and aligned with business objectives.

Technical Planning & Requirements Management

• Translate customer business operational and regulatory requirements into clear functional and non-functional requirements.
• Facilitate requirements gathering workshops with Product Management Engineering IT Data Platform Operations and Business Development teams.
• Maintain traceability between customer needs business requirements technical requirements and delivered solutions.
• Coordinate preparation of technical documentation required for development and executive approvals.
• Assist with governance and planning activities associated with connected vehicle ecosystems.

Who Were Looking for:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree and 5 years of experience having been responsible for leading large cross-functional projects.
• Exceptional program/project management; prior experience as a technical project manager or leader on both large and small projects. Able to manage more than one project at a time.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills both oral and written not hesitating to ask questions to gain a deeper understanding and encourage critical thinking.
• Effectively presents to both large and small audiences conveying information transparently and engaging with diverse groups.
• Exhibits a strong sense of curiosity and a willingness to delve into issues thoroughly investigating to uncover solutions.
• Ability to perform work onsite at NNA HQ Franklin TN
• Travel:10% domestic and international travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior Information Technology roles such as programmer engineer or analysts a plus.
• Experience with connected vehicle technologies telematics fleet management mobility or digital service products.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management certification.
• Prior experience in a start-up or fast paced IT/IS environment focused on service delivery or planning is desired.

• Background in software delivery IT systems analysis engineering or technology planning.
• Experience within automotive OEM mobility telecommunications or digital services organizations.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity privacy and data governance requirements affecting connected services.

What Youll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities:Benefit from diverse career paths cross-departmental moves and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars leadership training and tuition reimbursement programs all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one youll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.

Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package including medical mental health parental leave retirement savings & unique Nissan perks including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide.

Built for Your Best:

is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal state and local laws including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissans policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race gender military status disability or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets and Nissan seeks to maximize the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Nissan aims to improve business results through a workplace and business that meets the needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees customers and partners feel respected valued and heard. We have Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the Americas that are open to all employees and seek to connect employees through common interests and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in our business as we respect and recognize the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services retailing our products and communicating from a position that will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to our employees and customers into the future.