Operations Analyst

Honda Trading Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international trading company is seeking an Operations Analyst in Toronto, Ontario. The candidate will manage month-end activities, oversee SAP operations, and ensure proper costing for raw materials used in production. A minimum of 2 years of office administration and strong attention to detail are required. Join a dynamic team focused on integrity and excellence in service.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in office administration.
• Experience in import/export business is an asset.
• Basic accounting knowledge would be an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to identify and resolve issues.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end activities by preparing financial reports.
• Add and maintain new parts in SAP.
• Monitor daily EDI inventory receipts within SAP.
• Contact suppliers when invoices are not received.
• Maintain an organized and efficient workspace.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical reasoning

Attention to detail

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Post secondary education in Business

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Honda has a clear vision for the future in 2040 and it’s a joyful one. We are looking for people with the individual skills courage persistence and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals. We are seeking diversity of thought and experience to drive innovation and help us make Honda Trading Canada the exclusive global trading arm of Honda, supporting Honda’s global business efforts by finding marketing products to sell in Japan. Honda Trading’s global offices operate in 28 locations in 20 countries with more than 2000 associates dedicated to finding best fit solutions to our customers’ changing and evolving business needs. Since its founding in 1972, HT has evolved into a multi-billion-dollar international import‑export organization providing vital services based on unparalleled knowledge and experience to HT customers in the global marketplace.

Honda Trading Canada (HTC) was established in 1990 with the Canadian Head Office located in Alliston, Ontario. HTC is a 100% subsidiary of Honda Trading America. Honda Trading Canada procures and delivers products all over the world. As a fully licensed Customs Broker with a dedicated Logistics group we are able to handle the most complex import and export challenges of our business. Honda Trading Canada, our unique approach and hands-on atmosphere give you the opportunity to learn through doing, ownership, responsibility and autonomy.

Accommodation

Honda Trading Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodation in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities upon request. The accommodation provided will take into account the applicant’s accessibility needs. To request accommodation at any time during the recruitment process or to successfully submit your application please email Human Resources at

SCOPE OF POSITION :

The Operations Analyst will provide internal and external support for the Raw Materials department. Fixing any internal issues, completing month end and internal/external reporting. Processing and allocating all costs for Raw Materials department parts used for mass production to Honda Canada Manufacturing.

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Month End – Support month end activities by preparing various financial reports as assigned
• Master Data Controller – Add and maintain new parts in SAP, enter pricing conditions both selling and purchasing, keep updated master list ongoing master list and system validation to ensure part information integrity
• Pricing Support – yearly pricing updates and validation, EDI processing, monitor daily EDI inventory receipts within SAP. Resolve any discrepancies and support any improvements
• Cost Reconciliation Report – captures all accrued costs in our ERP system that do not have an Accounts payable invoice applied to. Comment on all items and follow up with vendors to receive steel invoices
• Accounts Payable (AP) – contact suppliers when we have not received invoices; work with Shared Services Accounts payable team in Ohio to have AP entered correctly; work with suppliers on pricing issues on AP invoices; investigate and correct when needed any AP suspended items
• Organization and Efficiency – Maintaining proper authorizations, following department procedures, maintaining an organized and efficient workspace, assessing daily work activities for efficiency improvements

POSITION PROFILE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Post secondary education in Business and / or equivalent experience
• Minimum 2 years of experience in office administration
• Experience in import / export business an asset
• Experience using SAP and other ERP systems is an asset
• Basic accounting knowledge would be an asset
• Previous experience in A / P
• Previous knowledge about steel processing would be an asset
• Database management experience would be an asset
• Personal Computer skills using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong interpersonal, analytical reasoning and persuasive skills
• Ability to work independently and multitask
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to identify and resolve issues
• Must be a team player
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and limits

Honda Trading Canada Core Values

• Ability to demonstrate, understand and apply HTC Core Values
• Pursues customer knowledge and dreams of what could be; seeks out challenges; is unafraid of failure
• Provide Joy to our customers and work for a cause greater than oneself; put yourself in the customer’s shoes to feel what they feel and proactively identifies gaps or concerns; attentively listen to customers to tap into real insights behind what the customer is saying
• Business and customer needs are continuously changing; meet the changing demands of our customers with speed, flexibility and a challenging spirit
• Demonstrates a passion, energy, excitement, determination and drive to advance the customer experience
• Foster respect through cooperation and collaboration by understanding everyone’s value; whether working with your coworker, customer or supplier all are critical to achieving Honda Trading Canada successes and an outstanding customer experience

RELATIONSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops and maintains good working relationships with all members of the team
• Develops and maintains good working relationships within Honda North America as well as all other internal and external stakeholders
• Develop, establish and maintain good working relationships with Honda North America suppliers, partners, consultants, stakeholders and other network contacts
• Enjoys team-building approach of management and department; shares results

Note: There is a concluding statement indicating only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Required Experience : IC

Key Skills

Fashion Retail, Academics, CFA, Audio Visual, Concrete Pump, Event Marketing

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1