Sales Analyst

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What we offer:

Group Summary:

About the Role ​

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must have current and ongoing authorization to work in Japan

Responsible for supporting sales operations and data management activities for GSD (Global Sales Database) and MPM (Magna Electronics Pursuit Management) tools, ensuring accurate forecasting and reporting. Works closely with Sales and Product Area teams to provide analysis, maintain data quality, and support decision-making processes. Acts as a key interface between Sales, Product Area and Finance for reporting and revenue activities.

Your main Responsibilities

As an Advanced Account Associate, you will be responsible for the sales tool GSD with data control and updates on responsible Customers by request from Sales to present an accurate and confident Magna sales forecast as well as the market status by working closely with Sales:

• Vehicle Volume input/control in comparison to IHS
• Price control (vs ERP)
• Product maintenance (Take Rate%, Product type)
• LTA control (vs LTA plan), follow-up
• Sourcing opportunity update
• Consistency between GSD, MPM, Ironclad and other tools
• Competitor, Market update

Additional Responsibilities:

• MPM process support: registrations, agenda preparation, meeting minutes, approval follow-up, etc.
• Prepare and analyze sales reports and forecasts
• Support responsible Sales Team to enhance their reporting and data processing.
• Provide sales key indicators and analysis for his/her reports and/or meetings (Monthly Report, GSD Freeze Review, etc.)
• Attend regular sales meetings to support preparation and derive actions

Who we are looking for

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Data Analysis or a related field

Experience

• 3+ years in automotive industry
• Demonstrated proficiency in sales data analysis and reporting tools
• Advanced analytical skills and strong command of Microsoft Excel
• Proven ability to work effectively across multiple functions and teams
• Familiarity with Power BI or similar BI tools

Your preferred qualifications

• Fluent in English and Japanese
• Experience working in a global and matrixed environment

• Self-motivated, ability to initiate activity
• Ability to keep up with an environment with agility and changes
• Strong numerical aptitude: skilled in data reporting and visualization, with a solid understanding of financial controlling principles
• Currently Japanese working visa holder

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.