Analyst, Strategic Initiatives and Procurement Analytics - 6 month contract

Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.

All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued - as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

Analyst, Strategic Initiatives and Procurement Analytics

Job Description Summary

We do lots of good stuff. And frankly, there has never been a better time to join our organization, especially if you are passionate about Retail Excellence. We’ve established a team of dedicated, innovative, and collaborative professionals for various positions within our Business Enablement & Enterprise Procurement teams, which we call the BEEP team. This team is accountable for enabling our stores to operate at peak efficiency and purchasing products on behalf of Loblaw as an enterprise and its retail divisions - Market, Discount and Shoppers Drug Mart - all to provide our customers with the best value and experience possible. We buy it all for one of Canada’s greatest enterprises and by joining the BEEP team, you will not just become a part of a team - you will become a part of a community.

We have so much to offer, including a hybrid working model, innovative colleague development programs, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, on-site gym facility, Colleague Discount Program, Investment Savings programs and much more! Don’t wait, join the BEEP team today.

Job Description

What you'll do

You will help support the indirect procurement teams with strategies, capabilities, and processes needed to deliver bottom-line results. Our work is about mentoring others to achieve success in implementing new approaches and delivering lasting outcomes. You'll have the chance to lead small- to medium-sized initiatives with minimal supervision, including analyzing data, compiling metrics, conducting in-depth research and more.

Specifically, you will:

• Structure ambiguous problems and take action to address them and synthesize clear takeaways from complex information into clear takeaways and recommendations using both qualitative and quantitative methods.
• Communicate effectively with all audiences, including senior leaders, in a structured manner.
• Establish trust-based relationships with teams to better serve them by blending critical thinking with hands-on experiences, advising on developing and defining strategies to help teams address their most critical problems.
• Compiles bids and supports analyzing quantitative and qualitative metrics to guide decisions on awarding and contracting
• Setup RFP/RFQ/RFI’s within the company’s Source-to-Contract tool to support best practices
• Create thorough and simple-to-read documentation for all users across the indirect procurement group
• Provide a unique set of tools and techniques to find opportunities for improvement and you will implement recommendations in support of the business objectives.
• Conduct in-depth research into specific categories or store-level innovations to drive the procurement team’s go-to-market or negotiation strategy
• Work directly and effectively with various teams while sharing your expertise and insights with colleagues, thereby growing our knowledge, and refining our approaches, to come up with the best solution and move people and teams to act.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in supply chain, business, operations, or related fields
• 1-3 years of supply chain experience, specifically in procurement with a focus on data analytics and analysis within MS Excel
• Experience with Macros / VBA
• Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (specifically Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and
• Experience implementing business processes and controls, including ongoing improvement opportunities.
• Project and process management skills, with expertise in prioritizing and balancing multiple projects/tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to grasp and communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Proven experience in developing documents and presenting complex information to colleagues at all levels.
• Excellent engagement skills to achieve collaboration and alignment and build an inclusive environment while working autonomously with little direction.
• Exposure to Source-to-Contract tools is considered an asset
• Experience with Power BI is considered an asset

Our core values

• Care: We are committed to improving the health and well-being of all Canadians. We care about our colleagues, customers, communities, and the environment.
• Ownership: We approach every day with personal accountability and commitment. We build trust by not only saying we'll do something but following through.
• Respect: We act with integrity, respect, and openness every day. We believe every person should feel comfortable showing up to work being proud of who they are.
• Excellence: We lead together through innovation and superior performance. We seek new ideas, embrace change, and deliver amazing customer experiences.

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars - Environment, Sourcing and Community - and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values - Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence - guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits - these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Please Note:
Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.