Business Planning Administrator

About the Role

At Kia, we’re creating award-winning products and redefining what value means in the automotive industry. This role is part of a fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative culture where team members thrive on thinking differently and challenging the status quo. As a Business Planning Administrator, you will manage KPIs for North American plants, identify operational issues, and assist management in devising action plans.

Responsibilities

• Priority One - 40%
  • Communicate and identify current agenda and open issues about plant operations (production, quality, part shortages, etc.).
  • Assist Kia NA management with devising action plans.
  • Execute problem-solving skills to provide remedies for production issues/constraints and draft summary reports.
• Priority Two - 30%
  • Create and submit North American plants' daily performance reports on major KPIs, including production, shipment, inventory, allocation, quality, and efficiency.
  • Develop KPI tracking reports (model/region/engine) to monitor production/shipment performance of Kia NA plants.
• Priority Three - 15%
  • Support the Business Strategy group with ad-hoc and/or administrative tasks as required by management, including data analysis/reporting, market research, and collaborating between departments.
• Priority Four - 15%
  • Conduct market, industry, and policy research:
    • Research and summarize North American competitor production strategies, EV programs, and battery investment trends.
    • Monitor U.S. government tariffs, regulations, and policy developments that may impact business operations.
    • Provide structured benchmarking materials for management reference.
• Personally Performed Duties
  • Provide regular reports to management on Kia NA production/shipment and forecast orders in a timely manner with accuracy.
  • Assist with executive-level meeting/presentation materials.
  • Provide ad-hoc support as required by management.
  • Work outside of regular work hours and/or during weekends/holidays to communicate/collaborate with management/Korea HQ if necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in business administration, manufacturing, statistics, finance, or supply chain management.
• Intermediate experience in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong time management and ability to collaborate with other departments.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Korean and English (bilingual).
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong planning and organizing skills.
• Analytical and strategic thinking.

Skills

• Care for People
• Chase Excellence Every Day
• Dare to Push Boundaries
• Empower People to Act
• Move Further Together

Benefits

• Competitive benefits including premium paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents.
• 401(k) plan matching of 100% up to 6% of salary deferral.
• Paid time off.
• Company lease and purchase programs.
• Company-wide holiday shutdown.
• Paid volunteer hours.
• Premium lifestyle amenities at the corporate campus in Irvine, California.

Pay

Pay Range: $77,105.26 - $100,226.82. Pay will be based on several variables that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schedule

Full Time. Expected to work outside of regular work hours and/or during weekends/holidays to communicate/collaborate with management/Korea HQ if necessary.