Analyst - Forecasting & Scheduling

Job Description Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications. AI Disclosure: As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this roleHybrid - This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Oshawa Elevation Centre three times per week, at minimum.Distribution encompasses all aspects of distributing vehicles to General Motors Dealers in Canada. The Department is responsible for sales forecasting, allocation processes, order management, invoicing, sales reporting sales report distribution, analysis of GM and industry sales. Distribution Staff are expected to cross-train in all functional areas and support all members of the Distribution Team, as required.Key Responsibilities:Develop short-term forecasts for GM retail, fleet, and industry (current and next year). Build and maintain automated reporting tools (Power BI and others).Collaborate with the GM Canada AI team to enhance current processes and develop other automation solutions.Monthly Forecast Cycle:Update forecasts with actual sales.Assess upside/risk and adjust annual forecast.Set retail and fleet forecasts for remaining months.Generate summary reports: retail/fleet forecasts, market share, YoY comparisons.20-Day Snapshot:Estimate month-end sales and market share.Create business status presentations.Collaborate with brand and fleet teams to build next year’s budget forecast.Communicate approved forecasts to GMNA.Develop and present production requests aligned with sales forecasts.Secure leadership approval and submit requests to production control.Participate in North American scheduling meetings and update production schedules.Maintain relationships with NAMA forecasting team.Produce inventory reports: shipments vs. sales vs. inventory.Determine optimal dealership inventory levels by model.Visualize inventory needs, production shifts, and sales risk.Engage brand and fleet teams on forecast and production changes.Deliver ad hoc reports and analyses.Support cross-training and collaboration across the Distribution Team.Required Skills and Abilities:Successfully obtained a College Diploma or University Degree.3 - 5 years previous forecasting and scheduling experience.High level of analytical ability.High level of interpersonal skills.Confidence to interact with GM Canada senior leadership.Strong presentation skills.Strong skills in the following areas:Collaboration.Decision making.Initiative.Organization/time management.Dealing with ambiguity.Oral and written communication.Proficient knowledge and use of Power BI, Excel & PowerPoint.Strong knowledge of GM products and customer requirements.Ability to interpret production schedules and vehicle condition files.Customer-focused with all stakeholders.Systems oriented and process driven with excellent attention to detail.Ability to work independently, identify tasks needed to achieve a goal and execute them.Additional Preferred Skills and Abilities:Working knowledge of the automobile industry.Understanding of field/dealership operations (consensus & ordering).Understanding of order fulfillment processes.Compensation: The salary range for this role is $97,000.00 to $146,600.00. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.Benefits:The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave.Healthcare, dental and vision benefits including health care spending account and wellness incentive.Life insurance plans to cover you and your family.Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement.GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family, and friends.GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. 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