Business Analyst modernizing distribution processes at CBC/Radio - Canada. Collaborating with stakeholders to implement innovative solutions and improve operational efficiency.
About the role
- Senior Business Analyst translating data into actionable insights to enhance business performance in retail channels. Requires 2–3+ years experience in business analytics and advanced analytical skills.
Responsibilities
- Analyze business performance across key metrics (sales, supply, margin, share, households) using multiple data sources (e.g., Nielsen, Retail Link, Compass, Madrid)
- Identify trends, risks, and opportunities across item-level performance, promotions, new item launches, OOS exposure, and competitive activity
- Develop actionable insights with clear narratives – articulating the "what," "so what," and "now what" to guide strategic decisions
- Provide detailed forecasting support by analyzing consumption run rates, distribution shifts, display changes, and new item loads (CER)
- Partner with Demand and Supply teams to influence forecast accuracy and ensure sufficient inventory flow across Omni channels
- Manage and maintain item portfolio including attribution, system setup, cost/OI changes, and delistment risk analysis
- Deliver regular reporting including Omni-channel performance recaps (weekly/monthly), competitive recaps, and customer meeting insights
- Build dashboards or tools that improve visibility and decision-making across internal and external stakeholders
- Manage operations-related tasks such as Compass/Financial system upkeep, retailer system item submissions, and price change processing
- Identify and implement process improvements that drive data quality, efficiency, and actionable output
- Build strong working relationships with cross-functional teams including Demand, Supply, Sales Strategy, Revenue Growth Management (RGM), and Category Management
- Prospect, present urgent deals, negotiate terms (price, freight, payment), manage pipelines, and ensure quick inventory movement to meet revenue targets in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements
- 2–3+ years of experience in business analytics, category management, commercial planning, or customer development (preferably in CPG or retail)
- Direct experience working with syndicated data systems (Nielsen, IRI, Madrid)
- Retail portals (Retail Link or 3rd Party Interface)
- Internal sales forecast and financial management tools
- Advanced analytical skills with ability to interpret data, uncover insights, and make strategic recommendations
- High proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
- Strong communication and presentation skills; able to influence stakeholders and present findings clearly
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Comfortable with ambiguity and adaptable to evolving business needs.
Benefits
- A strong focus on learning and development support from day one
- Access to our in-house Mars University
- An industry competitive salary and benefits package
- Company bonus
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