The Data Analyst, internally referred to as Business Development Analyst, is a cross-functional role that works with key stakeholders across North West Company Business Units and departments, partnering with Strategy Department and other Business Units and Departments to execute data analytics that facilitate customer-driven decisions, actions and outcomes.
Joining The North West Company International (NWCI) gives you the opportunity for growth and development throughout the company, an attractive and competitive salary and benefits package, and to be part of a dynamic and diverse culture.
NWCI is a leading retailer to under-served rural communities and urban neighborhood markets in the following regions: Northern Canada, Western Canada, rural Alaska, the South Pacific islands, and the Caribbean. Our stores offer a broad range of products and services with an emphasis on food. Our value offer is to be the best local shopping choice for everyday household and local lifestyle needs. Check out northwest.ca for more information.
Key Accountabilities:
Analyses business data, trends and recommends business action to enhance, modify or create new business strategy.
Conducts business data analysis, using appropriate methods of data collection, modelling, visualization, problem solving and analytical models. Assists in the development and writing of the ‘business case’, project charters and project schedules. Works within schedules and project timelines. Run scheduled and ad-hoc reports to identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets to ensure customer-driven actions and outcomes, as well as securing alignment with strategic goals while providing recommendations for business actions and improvement. Work with team to operationalize, streamline, and continuously refine processes and reporting and data analyticsIdentify and analyze competition, market trends and recommend strategyAssist in the refinement of the long-term strategic planWork closely with management to prioritize business and information needsRecommend quality metrics and ensure quality metrics are documented and trackedProvide support and analyses on ad hoc projects
Analyses transactional data and recommends business action to further sales and profitability objectives
Create deep dive analyses to study key area trends and opportunities to take action that drive customer satisfaction and business improvements. Run ad-hoc analyses to identify and recommend innovative options to drive business strategy, using data visualization, modelling tools/software and programming languages like Tableau, Power BI, Oracle Analytics, Python, Power Query, Alteryx, Power ExcelResearch to identify industry trends and best practices. Evaluate key area trends and developing/implementing innovative programs/improvements. Analyze performance against banner, group and departmental objectives. Monitors approved “Key Performance Indicators” (KPI’s) and identifying trends as well as suggest steps to improve results were warranted. Communicating KPI results on a weekly, monthly and quarterly basis to various departments in the organization and providing other ad hoc analytics as requested
Desired Skills & Experience:
Advanced knowledge of Excel, including Power QueryWorking knowledge of programming languages (SQL, R, C++, Python, etc.)Working knowledge of visualization tools and modelling software (Power BI, Tableau, Oracle Analytics, Alteryx, etc.)Previous analytics experience considered an asset. MS Office Suite experience, with advanced skills in Excel and Power PointExperience analyzing and reporting data in order to identify issues, trends, or exceptions to drive improvement of results and find solutions. Strong analytical and organizational skills;Strong communication skills, both verbal and written;High attention to detail;Ability to set priorities based on workloadSolid interpersonal skills. Ability to work with management and across organizational linesQuality judgment and sound decision-making. Able to handle confidential information in a mature and professional manner. Analytical thinker and problem solver which includes, but not limited to, the ability to recognize trends and provide solutions. Ability to set own priorities based on workloadAbility to work well with a teamUndergraduate degree in business, data science, math, or related fieldPrevious analytics experience considered an asset. Master’s Degree in Data Science is considered an asset.
Location: Boca Raton, FL
Reports to: Vice President of Strategy, Planning and Analytics, Cost.U.Less
NOTE: If an existing employee is selected for a posted position they will be required to remain in that position a minimum of one year prior to applying for other posted positions unless authorized by their current supervisor. New employees to the company must also remain in their position a minimum of one year prior to applying for posted positions unless authorized by their supervisor. This position adheres to the Corporate Job Posting Guidelines.
A competitive salary is being offered along with opportunities to learn, develop and advance throughout the organization. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Full-time
Boca Raton, FL
