Business Planning Specialist

Ontario Northland; North Bay; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to enhancing transportation services in Ontario. As a Business Planning Specialist, you will play a crucial role in analyzing data and developing strategic business plans that align with organizational goals. You'll collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure that all business needs are met while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency. This role offers a dynamic workplace culture, competitive salary, and excellent benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Personal Leave Days

Discounted Transportation

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience with strategic planning and business analysis.
• Experience with business case development and report writing.

Responsibilities

• Gather and document detailed requirements from stakeholders.
• Analyze data and develop business plans with alternatives.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Business Analysis

Communication Skills

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Education

College Diploma in Business Administration

Equivalent Combination of Education and Experience

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

POSITION: Business Planning Specialist
REPORTS TO: Manager Business Planning and Intelligence
DEPARTMENT: Finance
LOCATION: North Bay
REFERENCE: 800-47-26
SALARY: $81,900 - $96,356

WHO WE ARE:
Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services. We are a modern, forward-thinking organization focused on providing safe and reliable transportation services. ONTC has a rich history of over 120 years and strong connections to the communities we serve. With over 1000 skilled professionals, we work together to enhance transportation services and ensure that they are sustainable for future generations. We offer a dynamic workplace culture, along with a competitive salary, excellent benefit package, a defined benefit pension plan, paid vacation, paid personal leave days and discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services.

ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT:
The purpose of this position is to identify, collect, analyze and report data to support organizational plans and objectives through development of business cases, annual reports and annual business plans. This position will work with division and department leadership, and other stakeholders including Ministry staff, to identify, document, plan and measure department performance objectives, business cases and business plans.

MAJOR DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate closely with the Lead, Business Planning, to gather and document detailed requirements from stakeholders related to business plan, annual report and business cases.
• Work with the Business Planning and Intelligence team to ensure all business needs and objectives are accurately captured and aligned with overall strategic goals.
• Define the scope and parameters of business plans.
• Assess requirements for the business case through intake, discussion and cross validation to establish scope and parameters for the business case development.
• Write comprehensive technical documents, including business processes, requirements, cost analysis, and workflow models.
• Collaborate with the Business Planning and Intelligence team to determine data sources, collection methods, and ensure data quality.
• Analyze data and develop and present multiple alternatives, evaluating their economic and operational impacts to recommend the best strategies for the business plan.
• Conduct thorough research on industry trends, existing processes, and projects.
• Ensure all documentation supports the development and presentation of the business plan, with input and review from the Lead, Business Planning, and the Business Planning and Intelligence team.
• Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain project schedules in consultation with the Lead, Business Planning.
• Monitor progress and ensure timely delivery of business plans, identifying and addressing any potential delays or issues promptly.

REQUIREMENTS:

• College diploma in Business Administration, Commerce, Finance, Business Intelligence or other related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3 – 5 years’ experience with strategic planning and business analysis
• Experience in business operations, program management, finance or marketing
• Experience with continuous improvement planning and implementation
• Experience with business case development, business planning and business report writing
• Knowledge of Ontario’s transportation policies and regulatory landscape is preferred
• Advanced skills with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Project management skills
• Excellent communication with the ability to conduct presentations
• Organizational, planning and time management skills
• Analytical, strategic thinking and creative problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects with shifting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to health and safety

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: The successful candidate will need to pass the following clearances: criminal record check, employment references and education verification.

CLOSING DATE: May 12, 2025 no later than 11:59 p.m. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Qualified individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current covering letter and resume (provided in one document), stating reference name and number. Visit our career website to apply: https://www.ontarionorthland.ca/en/careers

At Ontario Northland, we are committed to employment equity. We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Ontario Northland and invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+.

Ontario Northland will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

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