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WE MEASURE SUCCESS IN HAPPY CUSTOMERS. SHARE YOUR PASSION. For us a happy customer is the most satisfying feedback. Our sales team experience how they make a difference every day – through their passion, their business acumen, their communication skills and their instinct for how to make customers happy. And all of this in an environment that sets no limits to personal development and rewards dedication with appreciation and generous benefits.
As a key member of the National Sales Operations Team, the Senior Specialist, Volume Planning, is primarily responsible for optimizing inventories and model-mix across BMW Group Canada’s retailer network. This role develops and executes the yearly national BMW & MINI retail / wholesale budgets at the Series, Retailer, and Monthly level. Strong analytical and communication skills are the main assets to succeed in this role.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as a primary point of contact on all Retailer inventory-related issues including under/over stock
- Assist with short-range volume planning, including the development of monthly forecasts and input into the IVP system.
- Calculate various vehicle allocation methods and effectively communicate both internally and externally
- Analyze Retailer inventories and production pipelines to maximize wholesale and retail sales within BMW AG and BMW Group Canada planning objectives
- Assist Retailers with model-mix and vehicle specifications to align with market demand
- Prepare Retailer budget and coordinate between regional and national sales management
- Provide market input to National Sales on future volume production requirements
- Assist with AG vehicle ordering process within AG software systems.
- Continually analyze inventory-related processes and effectively design and propose adjustments/enhancements to the national sales team when required
- Assist in creating reports related to inventory analysis for the regions as required
- Act as a Business Project Leader for IS Projects as required.
Qualifications
- University Degree in Business or Commerce
- Strong background in automotive operations, either at a Retailer or manufacturer level
- Very strong analytical aptitude
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with customers and Retailer personnel in high stress situation
Benefits of working at BMW Group Canada include:
- An award winning culture.
- Cutting edge innovation and creativity.
- Incredible BMW, MINI and Motorrad employee vehicle/motorcycle programs.
- Flexible working models.**
- Highly competitive compensation.
- Performance incentives programs.
- First-rate health and wellness benefits.
- Education reimbursement.
- World-class office space.
- Fresh & nutritious meals in our amazing fully staffed, and subsidized, onsite cafeteria.
- Fully stocked coffee/tea bar.
What are you waiting for…jump into the driver’s seat and apply today!
BMW Group Canada is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse team of associates and creating an inclusive environment. BMW Group Canada does not discriminate against applicants based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, provincial or territorial law.
BMW has an accommodation process in place that provides accommodations for employees with disabilities. Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, or you would like to learn more about our Accessibility policies, provide feedback or request documentation, please contact Accessibility@bmw.ca.
- We encourage interested candidates who may legally work in Canada to apply for the role. Our organization follows a hybrid work structure. To be eligible for this role, candidates are expected to work from our Head Office in Richmond Hill, Ontario three times in a week.
