ACDelco Network Planning Analyst

Description

Vacancy Status

Yes - This posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications. (Backfill)

AI Disclosure

As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role

Hybrid - This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Oshawa elevation Centre three times per week, at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the business].

The ACDelco Network Analyst is responsible for delivering data-driven insights that support Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Leadership across the Canadian Independent Automotive Aftermarket. This role serves as a centralized analytical resource, focused on building, maintaining, and automating reporting tools that enable informed decision-making for internal teams and customers.

This position is an individual contributor role with a strong emphasis on operational reporting, dashboard development, and data integrity.

• Develop, maintain, and automate Power BI dashboards that provide actionable insights to Sales, Marketing, and Leadership teams.
• Own and manage structured datasets using Microsoft Access and related tools to consolidate internal GM systems with external customer data.
• Analyze customer sales data to identify fast-moving parts, sales trends, and inventory opportunities.
• Create, maintain, and distribute T90 reports identifying the fastest-moving parts sold by customers, supporting inventory planning, assortment optimization, and sales execution.
• Produce recurring operational reports covering sales performance, inventory productivity, network coverage, loyalty program performance, and OE mix.
• Manage and analyze customer back end rebate programs, including tracking accruals, validating performance metrics, and supporting reconciliation and reporting processes.
• Provide data insights and dashboards to support internal team planning, execution tracking, and performance reviews.
• Deliver customer-facing analytics to support Warehouse Distributor business reviews and joint planning discussions.
• Partner with Sales and Marketing teams to support opportunity sizing, program measurement, and execution tracking.
• Support loyalty programs (PSC, ACE, KFLT, RSSP) through reporting and analytical support as a secondary responsibility.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, documentation, and repeatable reporting processes.
• Respond to ad hoc analytical requests from leadership and cross-functional teams.

• Adoption and consistent use of dashboards and reports by internal teams.
• Accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of recurring operational reporting, including T90 analysis and rebate reporting.
• Reduction in manual reporting and spreadsheet-based analysis.
• Quality and clarity of insights provided to internal teams and customers.

• Advanced proficiency in Power BI, including data modeling, DAX, and automated refresh processes.
• Strong Microsoft Access skills, including relational database design and query development.
• Advanced Excel skills for data validation, modeling, and exception analysis.
• Experience working with ERP, sales reporting, and financial systems such as SAP, SRS, Cognos, or equivalent platforms.
• Ability to integrate multiple internal and external data sources into a consistent reporting framework.

• Successful completion of a University degree in Business, Analytics, Data Science, or equivalent work experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable business insights.
• Demonstrated experience supporting operational teams with dashboards, recurring reporting, and customer sales analysis.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to communicate insights to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience in the Canadian automotive aftermarket or B2B distribution environment.
• Familiarity with inventory productivity metrics, fast-moving SKU analysis, rebate programs, and channel economics.
• Knowledge of GM Customer Care and Aftersales systems and processes.
• Bilingual English and French.

• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave.
• Healthcare, dental and vision benefits including health care spending account and wellness incentive.
• Life insurance plans to cover you and your family.
• Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement.
• GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family, and friends.