Supply & Demand Analyst

Company Overview

Yamaha Motor Corporation is a publicly traded Japanese company that designs, manufactures, and distributes recreational products for dealers and customers worldwide. The organization aims to create excitement and enrich everyday life through its products and experiences.

Yamaha Motor Canada Ltd. is the Canadian subsidiary responsible for distributing Yamaha Motor products to dealers and consumers across the country. Its vision is to build lasting memories by connecting people through distinctive Canadian outdoor experiences. The company’s operating values include being inclusive, customer-focused, accountable, innovative, trustworthy, agile, and results-oriented.

Role Snapshot

This position sits within the P&A Supply Chain department and is based at 480 Gordon Baker Road in North York, Ontario. It is a hybrid contract role for a two-year term and reports to the Manager, Supply Chain & Analytics.

Role Purpose

The Supply & Demand Analyst strengthens overall supply chain performance in an SAP S/4HANA environment by converting data into practical business actions. The role looks ahead to demand changes, supports product lifecycle planning, and uses IBP to guide inventory and procurement decisions so the business can maintain healthy stock levels, dependable availability, and smooth day-to-day operations. Working with multiple teams, this position supports informed decision-making, tracks performance, and helps the organization adapt quickly to business and market shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Use system data to forecast demand, support product lifecycle decisions, plan launches and phase-outs, and spot substitution opportunities.
• Translate forecast insights into inventory and purchasing plans through IBP so stock levels remain efficient and available.
• Work closely with cross-functional partners using shared data to ensure planning decisions are aligned and based on a common source of truth.
• Monitor supplier performance and quickly address delivery issues, backorders, and invoice mismatches.
• Use dashboards and embedded analytics to track KPIs, highlight risks, and support corrective action.
• Create ad hoc reports and analytical outputs using S/4HANA tools to improve visibility and support better decisions.
• Handle additional duties as required.

Experience and Education

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a closely related discipline. Supply chain certifications are considered an asset. A minimum of 3 years of experience in supply chain analysis is required, with exposure to procurement, inventory management, or demand planning. Experience in manufacturing, wholesale, or retail environments is preferred.

Skills and Abilities

Success in this role requires strong analytical thinking, a structured approach to solving problems, and advanced Excel capability, including formulas and pivot-based modelling. Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI or SAP Analytics Cloud is important, along with working knowledge of SQL for large-data querying. Familiarity with analytics within ERP platforms such as SAP is highly valued. Strong communication, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills are needed to drive alignment and results. The role also calls for adaptability, a continuous-improvement mindset, and the ability to perform well in a fast-moving, cross-functional environment.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is CAD 70,000 to CAD 75,000 per year. Final pay will depend on skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity.

In addition to base pay, the total rewards package includes product experience and engagement events, an employee recognition program called Accelerate Together, educational assistance, and employee product purchase and rental benefits. The company also highlights a Kando-driven culture and recognition as a top GTA employer.

Additional Information

This is a newly created opening. Artificial intelligence tools may be used at certain stages of recruitment, including screening, assessment, or selection, but all AI-supported activities are monitored by the recruitment team to support fairness, equity, and transparency.

Yamaha Motor Canada Ltd. welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request throughout the selection process.

Work Location and Status

Location: 480 Gordon Baker Road, North York, Ontario, Canada. Employment status: contract for 2 years. Work arrangement: hybrid.