2025 Summer Co-op Central Region Sales & Marketing, Business Analyst

Job Description

Work Arrangement:

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

About GM:

At General Motors we pride ourselves on designing, building and selling the world's best vehicles. We are seeking a new generation of visionaries to help launch bold engineering and business initiatives, and shape new directions for General Motors. As an intern or co-op student through our EXCEL (Exploring Careers through Experiential Learning) Program you will gain hands-on career specific experiences to maximize your real world potential.

Collaborating on innovation challenges, interacting with Industry leaders, attending cross-functional networking events and volunteering for community service activities.

The Role:

The Central Region Business Analyst Co-op Student will support initiatives for the Sales & Marketing teams and dealerships by providing data informed insights as well as lead reporting centralization and distribution. Expect frequent interaction with GM Canada’s Leadership Team.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

• Support District Managers with Dealer sales insights and inventory analysis
• Develop a simplified sales reporting ecosystem
• Active role in planning and implementing sales strategies
• Assist with retail incentive program evaluation, analytics, and uncovering insights
• Competitive analysis and insights (online and in-person)
• Assist with development of sales materials for various stakeholders
• Enthusiastically embrace other assignments that may arise including:
• Assist with employee/dealer/field communications
• Coordinate activities across functions including Brand Marketing, Retail, Digital Innovation
• Special assignments as required

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

• Pursuit of a Bachelor's (3rd or 4th year, qualified 2nd year with very strong related Co-Op experience will be considered) degree in the following areas: Business, Finance, Marketing
• Proficient in organizing large complex data using MS Excel/ Power BI or similar tools to drive insights.
• Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week in Canada, and for 8-month term (2 consecutive semesters) starting April 2025
• Have a valid Full Class G Ontario driver’s license, or equivalent Canadian out-of-province license

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• Previous related business analysis or sales and marketing work experience, or Co-Op terms
• Previous experience in automotive, or a strong curiosity about the industry
• Willingness to travel and relocate across Canada should full-time opportunities be offered

Desired Skills:

• Outstanding leadership, interpersonal, and relationship management skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to simplify complex information for broad audiences
• High ability to deal with ambiguity, takes initiative/self-directed
• Evidence of strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability and trust
• Consistently demonstrates innovative thinking that is customer-centric
• Excellent project management skills and the proven track record to manage numerous projects at any given time
• Possess strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Fundamental digital literacy including understanding of MS Outlook, Word, PowerPoint with an emphasis on Excel and PowerBI

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.