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
Summary of Responsibilities
The Product Specialist Role ensures the organization has all relevant material and information to sell and support Outboard Motor Sales.
Oversee organization’s wide marine product information requirements, communicate, and support internal stakeholders and boat builder partners respectively. Develop educational training plans and material, focusing on product features and benefits.Key Duties & Responsibilities
Experience Requirements
Skills and Abilities
Highly motivated with the ability to work independently and manage own time effectively.
Excellent organization and planning skills.
Oral and written communication skills with natural ability to build solid working business relationships.
Strong analytical skill and technical aptitude and understanding of mechanical systems.
Ability to communicate marine product features and consumer benefits.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is required.
A valid driver’s license and boat operator’s card.
Expected salary range: $85,000 - $95,000/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
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.
Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.
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Yamaha Corporation is a Japanese multinational corporation and a global leader in musical instruments, audio equipment, and related products.