Senior Manager, Strategic Projects

AutoNation is seeking a highly motivated Senior Manager, Strategic Projects to drive enterprise-wide strategic initiatives and partnerships. This is a high-visibility role reporting directly to the VP of Strategy & Growth, working hand-in-hand with senior leadership to incubate, launch, and scale initiatives that define the future of auto retail.The ideal candidate is an experienced program manager with a proven ability to deliver complex cross-functional projects end-to-end, from scoping and implementation through scaling, performance optimization, and steady-state transition.This is an opportunity to operate at the top management agenda, shaping innovations across technology, operations, partnerships, and customer experience. Prior AutoNation strategic projects have included launching a nationwide tech-enabled insurance offering, enabling customer pay rentals, optimizing performance on a 10,000-vehicle fleet, and introducing new digital e-commerce solutions.Job Description:ResponsibilitiesProgram Leadership: Lead strategic projects from concept to launch, ensuring clear scope, milestones, and accountability.Cross-Functional Execution: Partner with Technology, Legal, Marketing, Operations, Finance, and field teams to align priorities, resolve bottlenecks, and ensure seamless execution.Partnership Implementation: Manage the rollout of key external partnerships, ensuring business terms are operationalized across AutoNation's footprint.Performance & P&L Ownership: Monitor initiative performance, identify improvement levers, and own business results. Provide reporting, insights, and recommendations to leadership.Operational Transition: Drive projects through incubation and scale phases; transition to business owners once in steady state while ensuring continuity of results.Change Agent: Push the organization forward, breaking down silos, resolving roadblocks, and championing innovation.Strategic Impact: Support the VP of Strategy & Growth in shaping and executing initiatives aligned to AutoNation's strategic priorities.QualificationsExperience: 5-10 years in program management, strategy, or operations, ideally with exposure to automotive retail, mobility, or technology-enabled services.Track Record: Demonstrated success in leading large cross-functional programs and implementing partnerships from concept to scale.Business Acumen: Strong grasp of P&L ownership, performance tracking, and levers of profitability.Cross-Functional Savvy: Comfortable working across technology, legal, marketing, and operations; able to translate strategic priorities into execution.Leadership & Influence: Skilled at managing stakeholders, influencing senior leaders, and driving accountability without direct authority.Structured & Organized: Highly organized with strong project management discipline; able to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.Ownership Mindset: Entrepreneurial, results-oriented, and comfortable taking responsibility for outcomes.Skills & CompetenciesExceptional program management and problem-solving skills.Strong written, verbal, and executive communication abilities.Financial acumen with ability to link initiatives to P&L impact.Ability to work under pressure, manage ambiguity, and deliver results.Familiarity with auto retail operations a plus; consulting or corporate strategy background desirable.Why Join AutoNation?Work directly with the VP of Strategy & Growth and senior leadership on initiatives that shape the future of automotive retail.Gain exposure to high-impact projects across partnerships, technology, operations, and customer experience.Be part of an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment within a Fortune 200 company.Drive measurable business impact while incubating and scaling new innovations.Please apply here on our Careers Site:

Created: 2025-09-26