NFI is a leading global bus manufacturer of mass mobility solutions under the brands New Flyer® (heavyduty transit buses), MCI® (motor coaches), Alexander Dennis Limited (single and double-deck buses), Plaxton (motor coaches), ARBOC® (low-floor cutaway and medium-duty buses), and NFI Parts™. NFI currently offers the widest range of sustainable drive systems available, including zero-emission electric (trolley, battery, fuel cell), natural gas, electric hybrid, and clean diesel. In total, NFI supports its installed base in our buses and coaches around the world.

POSITION SUMMARY The Manufacturing Business Manager is responsible for collaborating with various members of the Manufacturing Leadership Team to develop and execute the sales and delivery plans.

The Business

Manager will be a leader focused on continuously improving the process of converting the Business Plan into line entry schedules, sales/delivery plans, and customer-friendly schedules. This position plays a critical role in attaining quarterly and annual delivery performance objectives to contribute to the overall success of the New Flyer manufacturing team.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

- Liaise between the senior leadership and management to ensure achievement of corporate objectives.
- Oversee planning of weekly, quarterly, and annual sales targets for New Flyer; maintaining an exit & signature Target plan.
- Ensure weekly sales and delivery targets are achieved by all facilities, and the development recovery plans.




- Accurately communicates delivery plans to internal and external stakeholders upon approval of master schedule. As well as preparing and adjusting monthly labour forecasting matrix to reflect latest Master Production Schedule revisions.
- Prepare, maintain and execute operational, tactical, and strategic weekly, monthly and quarterly reports for all internal stakeholders.
- Promote the manufacturing team to attain quarter and year-end delivery targets.
- Collaborate with internal parties to create optimal detailed line entry schedules.
- Oversee team of Analysts; and drive team toward achieving organizational excellence in their duties.
- Oversight of daily production status, following up when necessary to ensure prevention of issues in sales and manufacturing performance.
- Lead various improvement initiatives relating to manufacturing processes.
- Provide regular updates to the executive leadership team on manufacturing performance WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:
- A bachelor’s degree in either Business or Engineering (or equivalent practical experience).
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- The ability to work under minimal supervision.




- A history of taking initiative towards seeking processes improvements.
- Strong technical proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and Oracle MRP or similar ERP systems.
- Travel Flexibility with the ability to travel 20% based on operational needs.
- The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable. NFI Group | We Move People - YouTube News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.

WHY JOIN US

- Be a part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility - Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility - Paid holidays and vacation - Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world - Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
- On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we’ve invested 10.9 million in 2023) - Advancement opportunities within our family of companies Current Flyer is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, ensure equitable experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive environment reflective of the communities we operate. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request.

📌 Business Manager, Manufacturing (Winnipeg)
🏢 New Flyer Group
📍 Winnipeg