Sr Automotive Implementation Specialist

This role is for a Sr. Automotive Implementation Specialist at Deloitte, focusing on leading and coordinating the final phases of DMS (Dealer Management System) implementation, from training to post-installation support. The role involves driving project timelines, acting as a liaison between stakeholders, overseeing technical installation and integration, troubleshooting issues, and providing training and support. While the team mentions Generative AI and advanced analytics, the core responsibilities of this specific role are focused on project delivery and implementation within the automotive sector, not direct AI/ML development or research.

What you'd actually do

  1. Lead and coordinate the final phases of DMS implementation, from SIM training to post-installation support. Act as the primary point of contact and ensure all milestones are met on time and within scope.
  2. Drive adherence to project timelines, deliverables, and quality standards; proactively escalate risks and develop mitigation plans.
  3. Serve as a liaison between dealership staff, client teams, and Deloitte ensuring clear communication of project objectives, timelines, milestones, and expectations.
  4. Foster collaboration and ensure effective stakeholder buy-in at each project stage.
  5. Oversee the technical installation and integration of DMS ensuring alignment of dealership business needs with minimal business disruption.

Skills

Required

  • software implementation
  • digital enablement
  • dealership operations
  • technical customer support
  • retail sales
  • automotive business processes
  • troubleshooting software and hardware issues
  • Dealership software integration
  • managing travel schedule and budget
  • communication skills
  • organizational skills
  • analytical problem-solving skills

Nice to have

  • Dealership management experience
  • Onboarding software training certification
  • Collaborative team player
  • growth mindset
  • commitment to ongoing learning
  • Comfort with evolving technologies
  • rapidly changing business environments
  • Strong client service orientation
  • empathy
  • adaptability
  • Self-starter

What the JD emphasized

  • 6+ years experience in software implementation, digital enablement, dealership operations, or technical customer support
  • Experience with retail sales and automotive business processes
  • Experience troubleshooting software and hardware issues
  • Dealership software integration experience
  • Experience managing a travel schedule and budget
  • Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent experience
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 90% and deliver on-site support at dealership locations nationwide. This will include overnight travel.