Product Analyst

YAMAHA MOTOR CANADA LTD.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the recreational products sector seeks a Product Analyst to support product management and analytics. This role involves collaborating with various teams, analyzing product performance, and contributing insights to enhance product offerings. Ideal candidates will have a degree in business and relevant experience in finance, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience in captive finance product & pricing preferred.
• Strong knowledge of product fundamentals and related policies.
• Experience in banking product functions is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support product delivery and coordinate with various teams.
• Contribute to strategic product roadmaps and market research.
• Maintain product documentation and prepare reports as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

University Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Yamaha Motor Corporation (“YMC”) is a publicly listed Japanese Corporation in the business of manufacturing and distributing recreational product to dealers and customers around the world. YMC is a Kando creating company; “offering more excitement and a more fulfilling life for people”.

Yamaha Motor Canada Ltd (“YMCA”) is a subsidiary of YMC, responsible for distributing Yamaha Motor product to Canadian dealers and consumers. YMCA’s Vision is to “Create Lifelong Memories by “Connecting People through Unique Canadian Outdoor Experiences”. YMCA executes its day-to-day activities in reference to its defined values, “Be Inclusive”, “Think Customer”, “Own it!”, “Innovate Now!”, “Trust & Integrity”, “Be Agile”, and “Drive results”.

Yamaha Motor Finance Canada is the established captive finance division of Yamaha Motor Canada, and a subsidiary of Yamaha Motor Finance Corporation U.S.A, which is focused on providing financial solutions to Yamaha dealers and customers through its Retail and Wholesale finance programs.

Position Information

• Department: YMFC-CA
• Location: 480 Gordon Baker Road
• Hybrid
• Status: Contract - 6 Months
• Reports to: Product Manager
  

Summary Of Responsibilities

The Product Analyst will support the Product Manager in researching, analyzing, and refining the product suite for the business. This includes assisting with engagement efforts involving the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Sales Incentive Team and collaborating with cross-functional teams such as Sales & Marketing, Technology, Risk & Compliance, Analytics, Credit, and Operations. The Product Analyst will help ensure that product offerings are well-structured, aligned with stakeholder expectations, and contribute to business profitability.

The role will also involve supporting the management of key external partnerships and helping maintain alignment across internal and external stakeholders. The Product Analyst is expected to contribute insights and data-driven recommendations that support the long-term growth and success of the business. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment are essential for success in this role.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Support product delivery efforts by coordinating with Sales & Marketing, Technology, Risk & Compliance, Analytics, Credit, Operations, and external partners. Assist in ensuring the product is appropriately structured and priced, and help monitor system deployment activities to support successful implementation under the guidance of the Product Manager.
• Contribute to the development of strategic product roadmaps by conducting research, analyzing data, and gathering input from internal and external stakeholders. Support the Product Manager in aligning product initiatives with broader business and financial objectives
• Maintain and enhance product documentation, templates, and requirements by supporting the development and continuous improvement of processes. Ensure materials accurately reflect product and system functionality, in alignment with guidance from the Product Manager.
• Support market research and competitive analysis for assigned products by gathering data, identifying trends, and preparing insights to inform product decisions. Assist in monitoring the performance of existing product offerings, helping to track dealer engagement, OEM alignment, and customer satisfaction under the direction of the Product Manager.
• Prepare reports as required for various meetings including leadership and/or external stakeholders and circulate timely updates to keep stakeholders informed.
  
  

Experience Requirements

• Degree/Diploma: University Degree
• Program of Study: Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field of study required;
• Years of Experience: 1 - 3 years’ experience
• Type of Experience: Captive Finance Product & Pricing experience preferred; Bank product functional experience
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Strong knowledge and experience working with retail and business product fundamentals, including product design, functionality, and related policies and procedures
• Strong financial and business acumen and highly effective organizational and time management skills
• Excellent critical thinking, problem solving and analytical skills; strategic thinker, entrepreneurial
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate and influence effectively across all levels of the organization and to develop and maintain external business relationships
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and ambiguity and flexibility to adapt to change.
• Ability to work independently and natural curiosity are important personal attributes to being successful in this role
• Initiative and accountability are critical to thrive in this entrepreneurial environment
• A strong team player who will contribute to the culture of the organization, strong collaborator.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of products. Strong excel/modelling skills required.
• Strong executive-level PowerPoint presentation skills required.
  
  

Yamaha Motor Canada Ltd. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.