Operations Budget Analyst

Peugeot Sport (Stellantis Motorsport); Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k matching

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Peugeot Sport (Stellantis Motorsport) seeks an Operations Budget Analyst to partner with North America Quality leaders, embedding finance in operations to drive budgeting, forecasting and resource alignment with strategic goals. You will develop reports for leadership, analyze variances, support ROI assessments for quality initiatives and present executive updates, ensuring accountability across teams.

This role requires cross-functional collaboration with manufacturing, supply chain and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Finance, Accounting, Engineering or Business.
• 5+ years budgeting, financial analysis, or operational analytics experience in an OEM, Tier 1 auto, or operations-heavy environment.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with BI tools (Tableau or Power BI).
• Ability to translate operational strategies into financial outcomes and present to executives.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to develop, maintain and refine budgets supporting Quality goals.
• Track actuals vs. budget across all Quality functions and analyze variances.
• Identify cost drivers and recommend corrective actions to meet efficiency targets.
• Support quality initiatives with financial impact analysis and ROI assessments.
• Develop reports and presentations for leadership to communicate performance.
• Collaborate on cross-functional investments and prepare executive materials.
• Identify process improvements in budget management including tracking and reporting.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Operational analytics

Excel

BI tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Finance, Accounting, Engineering or Business

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Excel

Job description

The Quality Engineering Center is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Operations Budget Analyst to join our Quality Organization. In this role, you will partner directly with operations leaders to support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities related to North America Quality initiatives. Unlike traditional finance roles, this position is embedded in the operations department and focused on aligning financial resources with operational goals, ensuring performance accountability across teams and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to develop, maintain, and refine budgets that support Quality organization goals and strategic initiatives
• Track and analyze actuals vs. budget across all Quality functions
• Identify cost drivers, analyze variances, and recommend corrective actions to meet efficiency targets
• Support quality initiatives and strategic projects with financial impact analysis
• Collaborate on business cases and ROI assessments for proposed investments in quality tools, training, or resources
• Develop reports and presentations for leadership to communicate budget performance, risks and opportunities
• Assist in preparing materials for operational reviews, business reviews and executive updates
• Work with finance in cases where cross-functional alignment is required
• Identify and implement process improvements related to budget management including tracking, reporting and standardization

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Finance, Accounting, Engineering or Business related field
• 5+ years of experience in budgeting, financial analysis, or operational analytics - preferably within an OEM, Tier 1 automotive, or operations-heavy environment (e.g., supply chain, manufacturing, logistics)
• Strong proficiency in Excel and experience with BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate operational strategies into financial outcomes
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a track record of working cross-functionally
• Demonstrated ability to create clear, compelling, and visually polished executive-level presentations
• Proven track record of presenting to all levels within an organization, including executive leadership

Our Benefits — Designed With You In Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

From your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage - ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Also, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential support for personal and professional challenges, always ready when you need it.

Family Building Benefit

We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Generous Paid Time Off

We believe in work-life balance. That's why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

We Help You Plan For The Future With

• An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
• An employer contribution, even if you don't contribute

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Benefit from both employer-provided and voluntary plan offerings, including life insurance, group accident, critical illness, etc. - supporting the needs of you and your family and ensuring peace of mind.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can participate in the company vehicle lease program, providing access to Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan refinancing programs
• 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community

And so much more!

When you join us, you're not just building a career - you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.

EOE / Disability / Veteran