Specialist, Strategic Planning

The Specialist, Strategic Planning is a proactive and results-driven professional who plays a critical role in advancing Kia Canada's electric vehicle (EV) strategy and ensuring compliance with Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandates. This role demands a high level of autonomy, creativity, and initiative to lead new projects, drive innovation, and support strategic decision-making across the organization.

 

•    Lead the development of reporting and analytics frameworks to improve transparency and forecasting accuracy.

•    Design and implement tools to monitor ZEV mandate credit generation and demand by jurisdiction.

•    Prepare and submit model year compliance reports in accordance with provincial regulations (BC / QC).

•    Ensure timely homologation of EV models to qualify for public rebates and incentives prior to dealership delivery.

•    Develop customer-facing tools to assess the impact of strategic initiatives on sales volume and profitability.

•    Build and maintain a long-term strategic planning dashboard in Power BI to evaluate multiple business scenarios.

•    Oversee content management for EV Information Centers (EVIC) websites in BC and QC.

•    Manage strategic planning budgets, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and fiscal discipline.

•    Act as a self-starter, consistently seeking out new challenges and driving projects forward with minimal supervision.

•    Initiate and lead internal stakeholders to align strategic initiatives with broader business goals.

•    Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement innovative solutions to enhance planning efficiency.

•    3+ years direct automotive experience; preferably in the area of strategic planning, sales or compliance area

•    University degree in a related discipline preferred

•    Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability

•    Excellent Project Management skills and ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities

•    Experience in budget planning and financial oversight

•    Excellent organizational skills with superior attention to detail

•    Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) – the ability to "think complexly; speak simply"

•    Proficiency using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel PowerPoint & Outlook)

•    Expert-level skills in Power BI for data visualization and scenario modeling

•    Demonstrated ability to lead new initiatives and deliver impactful results in a fast-paced environment

•    Bilingual in French and English is considered a strong asset

Why Kia?

• We operate as a lean and agile team, recognizing the value of each individual's contributions.
• Experience the excitement of a fast-paced and growing organization.
• Gain exposure and a deeper understanding of your function and the business.
• Benefit from employee development and educational offerings.
• Join a workplace that fosters a sense of belonging and family.
• Be a part of the team behind AJAC's Best Car of the Year award.

Perks and Benefits

• Subsidized on-site company catered lunches and a hot beverage program.
• Employer-paid company health benefits, spending allowance, and RRSP matching program.
• Flexible work schedules and summer hours.
• Vehicle programs.
• Employee development programs and tuition reimbursement.
• SMART Casual Dress code.
• Employee lease and car purchase discounts; Friends of Kia discounts.
• On-site gym, ping-pong, basketball, and badminton court.
• Other company-provided perks.

Kia Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer who provides an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. As such, we will accommodate disabilities during the selection process and we will collaborate with you to meet your needs. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No agencies or phone calls please.