Analyst - Truck Specification
Holman Enterprises

Holman is a family-owned, global automotive services organization anchored by our deeply rooted core values and principles that have enabled us to continue Driving What's Right throughout the last century. Our teams deliver the Holman Experience by treating our customers and each other as we would like to be treated, and creating positive, rewarding relationships all around.

The automotive markets Holman serves include fleet management and leasing; vehicle fabrication and upfitting; component manufacturing and productivity solutions; powertrain distribution and logistics services; commercial and personal insurance and risk management; and retail automotive sales as one of the largest privately owned dealership groups in the United States.

Job Purpose:

• To deliver expertise to existing and prospective clients by developing complete, accurate and up-to-date specifications, which best meet the client's business application(s) and needs while balancing cost considerations for: trucks, chassis, cargo vans, trailers, medium and heavy-duty chassis and various equipment, as well as up-fitting necessary.
• Finalize orderable and complete specifications to flow seamlessly through the ordering process.
• Develop relationships with internal and external clients to deliver a high level of service
• Attend informational sessions and training with OEM partners and up-fitters to stay on top of industry trends, technology and products
• Identify opportunities to grow Holman Manufacturing's portfolio of business when applicable

Responsibilities:

• Specification Development
  • Research and develop specifications for trucks, trailers, equipment, cargo vans and up-fitting
  • Analyze specifications to identify improvements and cost savings opportunities, safety improvements, and other benefits to best suit the client's business needs and applications
  • Work with internal and external partners to communicate and provide deliverables
    • Complete specifications
    • Cost Savings findings and back-up
    • Recommendations for best practice
    • Spec Catalog creation - partnering with internal stakeholders and departments where necessary
  • Partner with clients and Regional Engineering Managers to conduct Spec Reviews and Pilot Reviews where necessary
  • Support travel for client visits, Pilot and Spec Reviews where necessary and requested by internal and/or external parties
  • Attend vendor and OEM-led training sessions to stay abreast industry trends and product offerings
  • Partner with OEM's and vendors to drive results and secure lead times to assist with order management
  • Review all specifications to confirm compatibility and accuracy
    • Medium/Heavy Duty Chassis, Trailers and Equipment
    • Selectors built in Holman's proprietary PriceNet system utilizing the selector comparison functionality where applicable
  • Provide analysis and comparison of specifications across multiple OEM's and up-fitters
• Internal Support
  • Assist with ordering questions related to:
    • Expired quotes requiring updating and, when necessary, renewed client approval due to changes in equipment and/or cost
    • Questions regarding routing (drop ship/ship thru) when within scope
  • Consultative partnering with all internal departments providing expertise to answer questions, provide research and participate in conversations with clients as requested when within scope

• Pre-Ordering Planning:
  • Assist with the development of and recommendation for successful ordering cycles
  • Roll over cataloged specifications for assigned clients proactively to successfully execute on ordering and delivery expectations and budgetary purposes

• Assist with securing quotes for located/approved stock purchases where necessary for local installation of needed equipment (utilize Auto Truck Group where possible)
• Assist with securing quotes for in-service units within the following parameters:
  • Holman unit; Leased; within 6 months of being in-service
  • Note - partner with Maintenance where necessary to secure quotes for in-service units outside of the 6 month window, non-Holman units and/or non-leased units

Knowledge and Skills

• Possess experience and knowledge of
  • Trucks (light, medium/heavy duty), Cargo Vans, Equipment, Trailers and up-fitting compatibilities
  • Understanding of OEM's and after-market components
• Communication:
  • Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with all levels of management, customers (internal and external) and vendors.
  • Effective customer service skills
  • Negotiation skills
• Additional Skills:
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
  • Problem solving
  • Continuous development and learning
  • Solution oriented mind-set
  • Proficient typing skills
  • Superior attention to detail
• Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree in relevant fields preferred (including, but not limited to engineering, automotive, mathematical) *OR* Equivalent experience in commercial truck or up-fitting industries.

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At Holman, we exist to provide rewarding careers and better lives for employees and their families. We hire, train, empower, and reward exceptional people. Our journey is guided by our desire to get it right every time and the acknowledgement that we have an opportunity to be better. To be better, we have to do better, and to do better we must know better. That's why we are listening, open to learning new things - about ourselves and each other. We will never stop striving for improved diversity, equity, and inclusion because we are successful together when we feel trusted and supported. It's The Holman Way.

At Holman, your total compensation goes beyond your paycheck. To position you for success and provide a rewarding career and better life for you and your family, Holman is proud to offer you the benefits you deserve; including protection against illness, disability, loss of work, or preparation for retirement. Below is a brief overview of the programs available to full-time employees (programs may vary by country or worker type):

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays, Bereavement, and Jury Duty
• Paid Pregnancy/Parental leave
• Paid Military Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

Benefits:

Regular Full-Time

We offer excellent benefits including health, vision, dental, life and disability insurance, and 401(k) with company match. Our time off benefits include Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, bereavement, and jury duty. In addition, we offer paid pregnancy and parental leave, and supplemental paid military leave to eligible employees.

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Temporary or Part-Time

In geographic areas with statutory paid sick leave, part-time and temporary employees will receive a paid sick leave benefit that meets the mandated requirements.

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Pay:

We offer competitive wages that are commensurate with job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and geographic location, starting in the range of $56,400.00 - $81,775.00 USD annually for full time employees. The annual compensation range is comprised of base pay earnings.

Equal Opportunity Employment and Accommodations:

Holman provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please contact HR@Holman.com

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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