General Motors

Manager - Regional Distribution & Order Management

General Motors • $131K — $189K *
Markham, ON L3R 0G6In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5-7 years in vehicle distribution and order management.
  • Hands-on experience with dealer operations and allocation processes.
  • Analytical skills with a focus on problem-solving and data interpretation.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management ability.
  • Experience mentoring managers and leading change in operational environments.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate with regional sales to produce forecasts and performance reports.
  • Oversee distribution and order management for accurate execution and fulfillment processes.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to optimize allocation strategies and address business impacts.
  • Resolve logistics and in-transit issues related to regional shipping challenges.
  • Facilitate training and support for field staff and dealers on distribution processes.
  • Lead and develop a team of supervisors to enhance engagement and performance.
  • Utilize Power BI to improve reporting and translate distribution data into actionable insights.

Benefits

  • Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and family-related leave.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans with wellness incentives.
  • Life insurance coverage for employees and their families.
  • Employer contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan for retirement savings.
  • Employee vehicle purchase plan for personal and family use.
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Job Description

Manager - Regional Distribution & Order Management

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].

Job Description:

The Manager, Regional Distribution & Order Management leads a Canada-based distribution and order management team responsible for translating wholesale allocation, and ordering requirements into effective execution across regions, dealers, and cross-functional stakeholders. This role sits within Distribution, reports to the Director, Vehicle Distribution, and currently leads a team of 5 direct reports with 8 total reports based in Oshawa Elevation Centre.

This leader serves as a key expert in distribution operations, balancing dealer needs, regional priorities, order fulfilment requirements, inventory flow, and system/process constraints to support GM Canada business objectives.

What You'll Do
  • Support Canadian Regional Sales teams by developing forecasts, monthly objectives and delivering performance reporting consistently and on time.
  • Lead Canadian distribution and order management activities, ensuring accurate and timely execution of consensus and fulfillment processes and critical submissions to U.S. partners.
  • Partner with brands and internal GM teams to develop strategies and provide guidance on tactics and processes that drive optimal allocation and ordering outcomes and the impact to their business units.
  • Manage Canadian logistics and in-transit issues, including held and damaged units, port and rail constraints, and regional shipping challenges, through the team and U.S. counterparts.
  • Support the GM Canada Fleet department with Allocation and Ordering.
  • Lead field staff and dealer training and ensure access to materials that support key distribution and allocation processes, including through the Dealer Communication subcommittee.
  • Lead and develop a team of supervisors and regional distribution assistants by setting priorities, coaching performance, and strengthening engagement, capability, accountability, and execution discipline.
  • Improve reporting and business visibility by advancing Power BI adoption, modernizing legacy reporting, and translating Canadian distribution data into actionable recommendations.


Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
  • Strong experience in vehicle distribution, order management, and allocation and consensus processes, with dealer and regional operations knowledge and hands-on proficiency.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex operational issues, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to translate operational data into recommendations and action plans.
  • Strong cross-functional communication and stakeholder management skills, including the confidence to challenge assumptions and influence decisions.
  • Ability to coach and serve as a subject matter expert for new managers, district managers, and cross-functional partners seeking institutional knowledge in distribution and order management.


What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
  • Proven people leadership experience, including leading managers or supervisors and developing teams through changing business conditions.
  • Experience working cross-functionally across Canada and the U.S.
  • Strong familiarity with logistics, in-transit issue resolution, rail and port throughput constraints, and the follow-up required to unblock vehicle flow.
  • Experience leading or influencing cross-functional process improvement workgroups and turning recommendations into clearer communication, stronger process discipline, or system enhancements.
  • Advanced proficiency with Power BI, reporting modernization, and operational data analysis to improve visibility and support faster decision-making.


Compensation

The salary range for this role is $131,000.00 to $189,900.00. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

Benefits:

The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:
  • 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.


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

THIS JOB IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR RELOCATIONS BENEFITS. ANY RELOCATION COSTS WOULD BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE SELECTED CANDIDATE.
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.This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.The selected candidate will be required to travel

About General Motors

General Motors Company engages in the manufacture and sale of cars and trucks in the United States, China, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Italy. It offers sedans, crossovers, sport utility vehicles, pick-up trucks, coupes, sports/convertibles and hybrid vehicles, hatchbacks/wagons, and vans, as well as mini cars in India. The company also provides parts and accessories, such as iPod and MP3 compatibility, mobility accessories, performance parts, AC parts and services, and merchandise. In addition, it offers vehicle safety, security, and information services. The company provides used vehicles. It offers its products through dealers and distributors. General Motors Company was formerly known as NGMCO, Inc. and changed its name to General Motors Company in July 2009. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Detroit, Michigan. It operates manufacturing facilities in India, the United States, and Canada. General Motors Company operates as a subsidiary of the United States Department of The Treasury. General Motors led global vehicle sales for 77 consecutive years from 1931 through 2007, longer than any other automaker, and is currently among the world's largest automakers by vehicle unit sales. General Motors acts in most countries outside the USA via wholly-owned subsidiaries but operates in China through 10 joint ventures. GM's OnStar subsidiary provides vehicle safety, security, and information services. In 2009, General Motors shed several brands, closing Saturn, Pontiac, and Hummer, and emerged from a government-backed Chapter 11 reorganization. In 2010, GM made an initial public offering IPOs to date and returned to profitability later that year.

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Join the dynamic team at General Motors, a global leader in automotive innovation and technology. At General Motors, we offer unparalleled job opportunities that propel your career forward while contributing to a legacy of engineering excellence.

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Embark on a career with General Motors to drive the future of mobility. Our team is dedicated to redefining the automotive landscape through innovation and leadership in electric vehicles and sustainable solutions. By joining us, you will be part of a culture that values diversity, teamwork, and continuous professional growth.

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As part of our global workforce, you will collaborate with talented individuals who are passionate about shaping the future of transportation. General Motors offers a variety of career paths in engineering, design, IT, marketing, and more. With over 155,000 employees worldwide, our network provides expansive opportunities for networking and professional development.

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Start your career journey with a General Motors internship, where you can apply your academic knowledge to real-world projects. Our internships provide a robust foundation in the automotive industry, with mentorship from experienced leaders. Full-time employees enjoy a wealth of benefits, including comprehensive health care, retirement plans, and performance bonuses, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded.

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Learn more about General Motors
Size
157,000 employees
Market Cap
$46.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
-3.2%
Revenue
$122.4 billion
NASDAQ
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* Ladders Estimates

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