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Stellantis
Vehicle Allocation Distribution, Director
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What they do
A Demand Planning Manager manages demand planning and produces customer and product forecasts. Researches and analyzes sales trends and other factors related to demand planning, and manages forecasting processes and reporting.
$174,634 / year median in Michigan
+8% projected growth
Job Description
The Director, Vehicle Allocation & Distribution is responsible for leading Stellantis North America's vehicle allocation, inventory deployment, dealer distribution, and allocation strategy functions. This role aligns vehicle supply with market demand while optimizing inventory performance, dealer network effectiveness, customer satisfaction, and enterprise profitability.
This leader will guide the evolution of the allocation and distribution operating model through the implementation and continuous enhancement of the Stellantis Allocation & Distribution Platform. The role drives process modernization, advanced analytics adoption, profitability-based decision making, and transparent allocation governance across the dealer network.
The successful candidate will collaborate closely with Sales, Demand Planning, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, Digital & Information Technology, Dealer Network Development, Business Centers, and Executive Leadership to translate strategic priorities into measurable business outcomes.
Key ResponsibilitiesVehicle Allocation Strategy & GovernanceDevelop and govern vehicle allocation strategies across Stellantis North America brands and nameplates.
Ensure allocation methodologies support profitability, market demand, dealer performance, network health, and business objectives.
Establish allocation governance processes, decision frameworks, executive escalation routines, and audit-ready controls.
Maintain transparent, consistent, and equitable allocation decision making across the dealer network.
Distribution & Inventory OptimizationDirect vehicle distribution planning and inventory deployment strategies across business centers and dealer channels.
Optimize dealer inventory health, days supply, turn rates, vehicle mix, and market coverage.
Balance supply constraints, demand forecasts, production availability, and operational risks.
Develop strategies that support efficient vehicle flow from production through retail delivery.
Profitability & Performance ManagementEmbed profitability guardrails into the allocation process and distribution decision making.
Support volume, market share, inventory, dealer network health, and financial objectives.
Analyze allocation outcomes against sales, margin, inventory, and dealer performance targets.
Provide executive recommendations supported by data, scenario modeling, and business impact analysis.
Platform Transformation & Capability DevelopmentChampion implementation, adoption, and continuous improvement of the Stellantis Allocation & Distribution Platform.
Drive modernization of allocation workflows, business rules, approval processes, dashboards, and operating routines.
Support consolidation and retirement of fragmented legacy allocation and distribution processes.
Promote automation, advanced analytics, AI-enabled decision support, and business-user configurability.
Data, Analytics & Executive ReportingOversee allocation analytics, operational dashboards, executive scorecards, and KPI reporting routines.
Use predictive analytics, forecasting, and scenario planning to improve allocation effectiveness.
Ensure data integrity, reporting clarity, and transparency into allocation outcomes and business performance.
Translate insights into actionable recommendations for senior leadership.
People Leadership & Cross-Functional AlignmentBuild and lead a high-performing Vehicle Allocation & Distribution organization.
Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, innovation, and collaboration.
Partner with cross-functional leaders to remove barriers, align priorities, and accelerate execution.
Develop succession plans, talent capabilities, and organizational routines that support future-state operations.
Key DeliverablesNorth America vehicle allocation strategy and governance frameworkAllocation calendars, business rules, decision logs, and executive review materialsDealer inventory health dashboards, allocation scorecards, and performance reportingProfitability guardrails, scenario analysis, and executive decision support recommendationsStellantis Allocation & Distribution Platform business adoption roadmapProcess modernization plans, change management inputs, and operating model documentationCross-functional risk, issue, and escalation management routines Basic QualificationsBachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Finance, Information Systems, or related discipline.10+ years of progressive automotive industry experience.7+ years of leadership experience managing teams and complex business operations.
Extensive knowledge of vehicle ordering, allocation, inventory management, production planning, supply chain, and dealer operations.
Proven experience leading large-scale business transformation initiatives.
Exceptional analytical, financial, strategic decision-making, and stakeholder management skills.
Strong executive communication skills with the ability to influence senior leaders and cross-functional partners.
Preferred QualificationsMBA or advanced business degree.
Experience leading enterprise technology or operating model transformation programs.
Experience implementing allocation, planning, supply chain, or commercial operations systems.
Advanced knowledge of predictive analytics, optimization methodologies, and AI-enabled business applications.
Experience developing profitability-focused governance frameworks and performance management routines.
The Director, Vehicle Allocation & Distribution is responsible for leading Stellantis North America's vehicle allocation, inventory deployment, dealer distribution, and allocation strategy functions. This role aligns vehicle supply with market demand while optimizing inventory performance, dealer network effectiveness, customer satisfaction, and... For full info follow application link. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.
This leader will guide the evolution of the allocation and distribution operating model through the implementation and continuous enhancement of the Stellantis Allocation & Distribution Platform. The role drives process modernization, advanced analytics adoption, profitability-based decision making, and transparent allocation governance across the dealer network.
The successful candidate will collaborate closely with Sales, Demand Planning, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, Digital & Information Technology, Dealer Network Development, Business Centers, and Executive Leadership to translate strategic priorities into measurable business outcomes.
Key ResponsibilitiesVehicle Allocation Strategy & GovernanceDevelop and govern vehicle allocation strategies across Stellantis North America brands and nameplates.
Ensure allocation methodologies support profitability, market demand, dealer performance, network health, and business objectives.
Establish allocation governance processes, decision frameworks, executive escalation routines, and audit-ready controls.
Maintain transparent, consistent, and equitable allocation decision making across the dealer network.
Distribution & Inventory OptimizationDirect vehicle distribution planning and inventory deployment strategies across business centers and dealer channels.
Optimize dealer inventory health, days supply, turn rates, vehicle mix, and market coverage.
Balance supply constraints, demand forecasts, production availability, and operational risks.
Develop strategies that support efficient vehicle flow from production through retail delivery.
Profitability & Performance ManagementEmbed profitability guardrails into the allocation process and distribution decision making.
Support volume, market share, inventory, dealer network health, and financial objectives.
Analyze allocation outcomes against sales, margin, inventory, and dealer performance targets.
Provide executive recommendations supported by data, scenario modeling, and business impact analysis.
Platform Transformation & Capability DevelopmentChampion implementation, adoption, and continuous improvement of the Stellantis Allocation & Distribution Platform.
Drive modernization of allocation workflows, business rules, approval processes, dashboards, and operating routines.
Support consolidation and retirement of fragmented legacy allocation and distribution processes.
Promote automation, advanced analytics, AI-enabled decision support, and business-user configurability.
Data, Analytics & Executive ReportingOversee allocation analytics, operational dashboards, executive scorecards, and KPI reporting routines.
Use predictive analytics, forecasting, and scenario planning to improve allocation effectiveness.
Ensure data integrity, reporting clarity, and transparency into allocation outcomes and business performance.
Translate insights into actionable recommendations for senior leadership.
People Leadership & Cross-Functional AlignmentBuild and lead a high-performing Vehicle Allocation & Distribution organization.
Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, innovation, and collaboration.
Partner with cross-functional leaders to remove barriers, align priorities, and accelerate execution.
Develop succession plans, talent capabilities, and organizational routines that support future-state operations.
Key DeliverablesNorth America vehicle allocation strategy and governance frameworkAllocation calendars, business rules, decision logs, and executive review materialsDealer inventory health dashboards, allocation scorecards, and performance reportingProfitability guardrails, scenario analysis, and executive decision support recommendationsStellantis Allocation & Distribution Platform business adoption roadmapProcess modernization plans, change management inputs, and operating model documentationCross-functional risk, issue, and escalation management routines Basic QualificationsBachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Finance, Information Systems, or related discipline.10+ years of progressive automotive industry experience.7+ years of leadership experience managing teams and complex business operations.
Extensive knowledge of vehicle ordering, allocation, inventory management, production planning, supply chain, and dealer operations.
Proven experience leading large-scale business transformation initiatives.
Exceptional analytical, financial, strategic decision-making, and stakeholder management skills.
Strong executive communication skills with the ability to influence senior leaders and cross-functional partners.
Preferred QualificationsMBA or advanced business degree.
Experience leading enterprise technology or operating model transformation programs.
Experience implementing allocation, planning, supply chain, or commercial operations systems.
Advanced knowledge of predictive analytics, optimization methodologies, and AI-enabled business applications.
Experience developing profitability-focused governance frameworks and performance management routines.
The Director, Vehicle Allocation & Distribution is responsible for leading Stellantis North America's vehicle allocation, inventory deployment, dealer distribution, and allocation strategy functions. This role aligns vehicle supply with market demand while optimizing inventory performance, dealer network effectiveness, customer satisfaction, and... For full info follow application link. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.