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”.

Position Information

• Department: P&A Supply Chain

• Location: 480 Gordon Baker Road

  • Hybrid

• Status: Full Time

• Reports to: Manager, Supply Chain & Analytics

Summary of Responsibilities

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Training expert to lead Marine, Motorsport & Personal Transportation Vehicle (i.e. Golf Cart - PTV) non-technical training development, implementation, and evaluation of the corporate/dealer/B2B technical training program. This role will be responsible for developing and implementing training strategies that ensure each role within the Yamaha dealer network possess the necessary skills to uphold the Yamaha brand name. This includes product knowledge, processes, soft skills training and more which will be delivered in a wide range of blended learning options.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Drive demand forecasting and product lifecycle planning
  Use system data to anticipate demand trends, plan launches, manage phase-outs, and identify substitution opportunities.

• Optimize inventory and procurement through IBP
  Convert demand forecasts into actionable purchase orders and inventory strategies to maintain balance between stock availability and efficiency.

• Collaborate cross-functionally using a single source of truth
  Partner with stakeholders using shared system data to support aligned data-driven planning decisions.

• Manage supplier performance and proactively resolve exceptions
  Monitor supplier performance and resolve delivery, backorder, and invoice discrepancies in a timely manner.

• Track KPIs and generate actionable insights using embedded analytics
  Use real-time dashboards to monitor performance, identify risks, and drive corrective actions.

• Develop ad-hoc reports and enhance data visibility
  Create reports and insights using S/4HANA tools to improve supply chain visibility and decision-making. Other duties as assigned.

Experience Requirements

• Degree/Diploma: Bachelor’s degree

• Program of Study: Business, Supply Chain or a related field (Supply Chain certifications an asset)

• Years of Experience: 3+ years in supply chain analysis, with experience in procurement, inventory management, or demand planning

• Type of Experience: Manufacturing, Wholesale or Retail

Skills and Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proven proficiency in Excel (including advanced functions and pivot modelling), data visualization platforms such as Power BI or SAP Analytics Cloud, and working knowledge of SQL for querying large datasets. Experience integrating analytics within ERP systems like SAP is highly valued. Effective in driving collaboration and achieving results through clear communication and stakeholder alignment.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment with a continuous improvement mindset.

Salary Range: 70,000 - 75,000 per annum

Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. Our total rewards approach is designed to provide competitive compensation with a focus on employee experience.

Beyond Base Salary, Our Total Rewards Program Includes

• 100% employer‑paid health and dental benefits

• Employee assistance program

• Corporate bonus incentive + sales bonus (for applicable roles)

• RRSP with employer DPSP match (up to 5% of base salary)

• Employee‑paid STD, LTD, and life/dependent insurance

• Parental/maternal leave top‑up programs

• Product experience/engagement events

• Employee recognition program (Accelerate Together)

• Educational assistance

• Employee product purchase and rental program perks Kando‑driven corporate culture, recognized as a top GTA employer

This posting reflects a newly created vacancy within our organization. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process, including applicant screening, assessment, or selection. All AI‑assisted activities are overseen by our recruitment team to ensure fairness, equity, and transparency.

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.