Business Planning Specialist (20-month contract)

Current External; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rewards package

Best-in-class benefits

Job summary

Current External in Toronto is seeking a Business Planning Specialist to support the Director in business planning and stakeholder engagement. This role involves budget and strategic planning, analysis of marketing metrics, and comprehensive reporting to enhance decision-making processes.

The ideal candidate will have a background in Business or Finance and at least 5 years of experience in planning and reporting. Join a company that values collaboration, growth, and a commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in reporting, planning, and business management.
• Proven experience in business and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on strategic planning process and budget planning.
• Analyze marketing performance metrics to identify trends.
• Prepare comprehensive reports from business reviews.
• Manage the business calendar to ensure it's updated.
• Ensure accuracy in reporting to support decision-making.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills

Strong problem-solving abilities

Ability to collaborate effectively

Strong leadership skills

Education

Post-secondary education in Business or Finance

Job description

Role Impact

The Business Planning Specialist in the Planning and Business Management department plays a pivotal role in supporting the Director by providing essential assistance in business planning, stakeholder engagement, and reporting. This role encompasses responsibilities such as budget planning, strategic planning while also taking a leadership role in ensuring accurate and comprehensive reporting in various formats. Collaborating closely with stakeholders, fostering relationships, and maintaining a focus on efficient processes are key aspects of this role. Ultimately, the Business Planning Specialist contributes significantly to the success of the department, ensuring timely and informed decision-making within a dynamic business environment.

What you will deliver

• Collaborate on the annual strategic planning process, including target setting, strategic focus areas, and priority development, leveraging Marketing Intelligence for data-driven insights.
  • Facilitate planning of comprehensive annual budgets for the marketing department, considering revenue targets, operating costs, and capital expenditures.
  • Implement robust tracking mechanisms to monitor business progress throughout the business
  • Regularly liaise with various stakeholder groups to obtain information that will help provide insights into our business performance.
  • Conduct proper analysis and develop recommendation(s) for contingency plans to address unforeseen challenges.
  • Work closely with Finance, D&T, and other groups, and other relevant departments to streamline planning processes and reporting.
  • Seek opportunities to enhance planning processes, identifying and implementing best practices for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Support the Director, Business Management & Planning by collecting the information for the monthly, quarterly, and annual business review process, analyzing the results, distilling insights, and applying them to future initiatives.
• Support stakeholder engagement across the organization on major marketing initiatives, ensuring clarity on accountabilities and deliverables within Marketing and the broader organization.
  • Schedule and coordinate regular business review meetings with marketing leadership and relevant stakeholders.
  • Analyze marketing performance metrics, KPIs, and data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
  • Prepare comprehensive reports summarizing the outcomes and insights from business reviews.
  • Identify key stakeholders both within and outside the organization who need to be engaged in marketing initiatives.
  • Establish a feedback loop to gather input and insights from stakeholders on marketing initiatives.
  • Monitor department performance against agreed-upon objectives, addressing any issues or deviations.
• Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization, with a specific focus on Finance, Data & Technology and Operations, fostering partnerships critical for success.
• Manage the annual and quarterly business calendar to evolve and ensure it’s up to date.
• Assume responsibility for all forms of reporting in diverse formats, ensuring an unwavering commitment to accuracy, timeliness, and relevance to support agile and effective decision-making processes

What your strengths are

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with individuals who may have varying levels of diligence and attention to detail.
• Ability to provide an appropriate level of discipline to work and creative teams.
• Strong leadership, communication, and people management skills.

What you need to succeed

• Post‑secondary education, preferably in Business, or Finance.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in reporting, planning and business management
• Proven experience in business and financial management.

Why you should join us

At Cadillac Fairview we have been transforming communities for over 50 years. We are so much more than our properties. We are building leaders at all levels. We offer the challenge of interesting work, a great organizational culture, the opportunity to collaborate with the best in the business, and support for your growth and development. We reward values‑based behavior and superior results with a competitive rewards package that includes best‑in‑class benefits and pension. Imagine a place where you can make a difference!

At CF our everyday actions and critical business decisions are guided by our CF Values. Achieving results is naturally important for us and we achieve results through behaviours that are consistent with our CF Values.

Are you someone who believes in our values?

• Aim Higher – we strive to exceed expectations
• Own Your Expertise – we empower ourselves and each other
• Collaborate Effectively – we bring the right people together to get the right results
• Engage with Empathy – we objectively consider the needs of others
• Embrace Change – we drive, learn from, and adapt to change

At CF you’ll join a diverse community and award‑winning team where your talent and commitment to excellence are welcomed, valued and respected.

CF is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. If you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment, assessment, and/or selection process, please notify your CF contact or email [e-mail].