P&A Operations Support Associate

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: Contract - End date Dec 31, 2026
• Reports to: Manager, Supply Chain & Analytics

Summary of Responsibilities

The P&A Operations Support role provides operational and data support across supply chain execution and master data management. It ensures accurate tracking and communication of manifests, goods receipts, and ETAs, while maintaining high-quality master data integrity across systems.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Procurement, Logistics & Operations Support
  Drive end-to-end visibility of inbound flow by managing manifests, goods receipts, and ETA updates while proactively identifying and resolving delays and discrepancies.
• Cross-Functional Communication & Issue Resolution
  Enable seamless coordination across supply chain, warehouse, and business teams by providing timely updates and resolving operational inquiries related to material status, classification, and procurement configuration.
• Master Data Management
  Maintain high-quality master data by ensuring accurate updates, validations, and system consistency across key supply chain and procurement processes.
• Continuous Improvement
  Identify process gaps and drive continuous improvement in logistics tracking, data accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Documentation & Process Governance
  Maintain up-to-date documentation of master data procedures, SOPs, and process standards while ensuring compliance and consistency.
• Other duties as assigned

Experience Requirements

• Degree/Diploma: 
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • SAP training or certifications (e.g., SAP MM, SAP MDG, APICS/ASCM) considered a strong asset.
• Program of Study: Business, Supply Chain or a related field.
• Years of Experience:
  • 3+ years of experience in supply chain operations, master data management, or supply chain analytics within an ERP-driven environment (SAP preferred)
  • Experience supporting or working with core supply chain master data domains (e.g., materials, vendors, procurement, inventory)
  • Exposure to SAP transactions and processes (e.g., goods receipt, purchasing, material master, or vendor master)
• Type of Experience: Manufacturing, Wholesale or Retail

Skills and Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, and data modeling), and experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI or SAP Analytics Cloud. Experience working within SAP or similar ERP systems is preferred, particularly in integrating data across supply chain processes.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to drive alignment across cross-functional teams and translate data insights into actionable outcomes.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment with a strong continuous improvement mindset and a focus on operational excellence and data integrity.

Expected salary range: $60,000 - $70,000/per annum

Although base salary for this position falls within the above posted range, 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: 

• 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.

Accommodation Disclosure

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.

Partner Confidentiality Disclosure

Current employees of Yamaha dealers are welcome to apply for opportunities with Yamaha Motor Canada and Yamaha Motor Finance Corporation – Canada.

We recognize the importance of maintaining candidate confidentiality throughout the recruitment process. An applicant's interest in an opportunity will be treated confidentially and will not be disclosed to their current employer during the early stages of the recruitment process.

While candidates are responsible for determining when and how to inform their current employer of their interest in a YMCA opportunity, we understand they may prefer to delay those discussions until they have advanced to the later stages of the process.

If YMCA decides to extend an offer of employment, a member of YMCA leadership may need to connect with the applicable dealer or business partner before employment is finalized. In such cases, the candidate will be informed in advance, and YMCA will not contact the dealer or business partner without the candidate's knowledge and consent.

Each situation will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, with consideration given to professionalism, transparency, and our ongoing business relationships.