Regional Analyst - Central Region

Kia Canada; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized on-site lunches

Health benefits

RRSP matching

Flexible work schedules

Vehicle programs

Tuition reimbursement

On-site gym

Discounts

Job summary

Kia Canada is seeking a Regional Analyst to support administrative and office management tasks for the Regional Manager. The role covers sales, marketing, after-sales and distribution activities, with emphasis on deadlines and budgets.

The 14-month contract includes work-from-home elements and extensive dealer coordination. The ideal candidate has 2–3 years in a similar role, strong Excel/MS Office skills, and preferably experience in automotive or SAP.

Qualifications

• 10-15% travel – Dealer visits, special events, training, etc.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a high level of integrity
• Works well under pressure, focus on meeting deadlines
• Superior organizational, planning and prioritization abilities
• Great attention to detail
• Work from home
• 2 – 3 years of experience in similar role
• Excellent PC skills especially in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Experience in automotive business preferable
• Experience in SAP an asset

Responsibilities

• Writing and preparation of various documents and managing their distribution to the dealer network
• Assist RSM and DSM with wholesale tasks, including the selling and assigning of product on a daily basis
• Tracking / maintaining Sales contacts & itinerary
• Answer questions relating to RDR’s
• Review all regional subtype changes, compile log activities and process changes
• Write, compile and distribute manual allocations to DSM based on dealer’s inventory and sales. Assist with distribution activities (allocation and logistic) for specific region activities & events
• Plan, book and coordinate all regional meetings and events
• Work closely with RM and Corporate Public Relations to coordinate/track press vehicles. Develop reports and strategies for both internal and external distribution surrounding regional responsibilities, as well as schedule maintenances and resale once completed
• Responsible for general office management duties (phone, mail, fax, travel administration, supplies etc.)

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Excel

MS Office

Deadline-driven

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Tools

SAP

Job description

Kia Canada

Reporting to the Regional Manager (RM), the Regional Analyst, acting in an administrative/office manager capacity, will participate and contribute toward reaching corporate/regional goals. The incumbent will oversee project and administrative duties related to sales, marketing, after sales and distribution while respecting deadlines as well as budgets.

Please note that this is a 14-month contract.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Writing and preparation of various documents and managing their distribution to the dealer network


• Assist RSM and DSM with wholesale tasks, including the selling and assigning of product on a daily basis


• Tracking / maintaining Sales contacts & itinerary


• Answer questions relating to RDR’s


• Review all regional subtype changes, compile log activities and process changes


• Write, compile and distribute manual allocations to DSM based on dealer’s inventory and sales. Assist with distribution activities (allocation and logistic) for specific region activities & events


• Plan, book and coordinate all regional meetings and events


• Work closely with RM and Corporate Public Relations to coordinate/track press vehicles. Develop reports and strategies for both internal and external distribution surrounding regional responsibilities, as well as schedule maintenances and resale once completed


• Responsible for general office management duties (phone, mail, fax, travel administration, supplies etc.)

Skills/Knowledge/Experience/Education Requirement

• 10-15% travel – Dealer visits, special events, training, etc.


• Strong interpersonal skills with a high level of integrity


• Works well under pressure, focus on meeting deadlines


• Superior organizational, planning and prioritization abilities


• Great attention to detail


• Work from home


• 2 – 3 years of experience in similar role


• Excellent PC skills especially in Microsoft Excel and other MS office applications (Word, PowerPoint, etc.)


• Experience in automotive business preferable


• Experience in SAP an asset


• Salary range: $60,000 - $82,501

Why Kia?

• We operate as a lean and agile team, recognizing the value of each individual's contributions.


• Experience the excitement of a fast-paced and growing organization.


• Gain exposure and a deeper understanding of your function and the business.


• Benefit from employee development and educational offerings.


• Join a workplace that fosters a sense of belonging and family.


• Be a part of the team behind AJAC's Best Car of the Year award.

Perks And Benefits

• Subsidized on-site company catered lunches and a hot beverage program.


• Employer-paid company health benefits, spending allowance, and RRSP matching program.


• Flexible work schedules and summer hours.


• Vehicle programs.


• Employee development programs and tuition reimbursement.


• SMART Casual Dress code.


• Employee lease and car purchase discounts; Friends of Kia discounts.


• On-site gym, ping-pong, basketball, and badminton court.


• Other company-provided perks.