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Operations Budget Analyst

Stellantis
parental leave, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Michigan, Auburn Hills
Dec 24, 2025
We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Operations Budget Analyst to join our Quality Organization. In this role, you will partner directly with operations leaders to support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities related to North America Quality initiatives. Unlike traditional finance roles, this position is embedded in the operations department and focused on aligning financial resources with operational goals, ensuring performance accountability across teams and processes. Partner with leadership to develop, maintain, and refine budgets that support Quality organization goals and strategic initiatives Track and analyze actuals vs. budget across all Quality functions Identify cost drivers, analyze variances, and recommend corrective actions to meet efficiency targets Support quality initiatives and strategic projects with financial impact analysis Collaborate on business cases and ROI assessments for proposed investments in quality tools, training, or resources Develop reports and presentations for leadership to communicate budget performance, risks and opportunities Assist in preparing materials for operational reviews, business reviews and executive updates Work with finance in cases where cross-functional alignment is required Identify and implement process improvements related to budget management including tracking, reporting and standardization Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Finance, Accounting, Engineering or Business related field. 5+ years of experience in budgeting, financial analysis, or operational analytics- preferably within an OEM, Tier 1 automotive, or operations-heavy environment (e.g., supply chain, manufacturing, logistics) Strong proficiency in Excel and experience with BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) Strong business acumen with the ability to translate operational strategies into financial outcomes Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a track record of working cross-functionally Demonstrated ability to create clear, compelling, and visually polished executive-level presentations Proven track record of presenting to all levels within an organization, including executive leadership Salaried Employee Benefits (US, Non-Represented) Health & Wellbeing Comprehensive coverages encompassing the Physical, Mental, Emotional, and overall Wellbeing of our employees, including short- and long-term disability. Compensation, Savings, and Retirement Annual Incentive Plan (SAIP), 401k with Employer Match & Contribution (max 8%), SoFi Student Loan Refinancing. Time Away from Work Paid time includes company holidays, vacation, and Float/Wellbeing Days. Family Benefits 12 Weeks paid Parental Leave, Domestic Partner Benefits, Family Building Benefit, Marketplace, Life/Disability and other Insurances. Professional Growth Annual training, tuition reimbursement and discounts, Business Resource & Intra-professional Groups. Company Car & More Comprehensive Company Car Program and Vehicle Discounts. Vehicle discounts include family and friends.