Description
At RONA, our employees let their passion blossom every day. Our teams are driven by the desire to help people bring their projects to life and are committed to making a difference in the communities we serve.
We operate or service corporate and affiliated dealer stores. With a distinctive product and service offering and complementary store formats ranging from neighbourhood hardware stores to big box stores, our RONA+, RONA and Dick’s Lumber banners are well equipped to help meet the needs of all DIYers and contractors.
You’ve got the talent? We’ve got the tools! Here, your work and ideas will contribute to building a flourishing organization. Your voice will always be heard and valued. You’ll find career opportunities that live up to your ambitions and be able to further develop your unique set of skills.
So, if you’re looking to do what you love, we could be a perfect match.
Our expectations
The Merchandising Business Analyst’s mandate is to act as a business partner to the Merchandising team, providing expertise and guidance in monitoring the results of merchandising activities and strategic action plans, to help achieve financial objectives, leveraging leading business and technology practices.
The incumbent will leverage their analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret data, identify opportunities, and translate them to actionable outputs.
Your role
Perform detailed cost-benefit analyses of product categories, identify savings opportunities and submit recommendations to the Merchandising team
Collaborate with the Merchandising team by helping to align their cost, term and contract negotiations, ensuring the best value for the business.
Analyze sales data and financial performance to identify opportunities for improvement and propose recommendations.
Contribute to process improvement initiatives or special projects and monitor results.
Support and guide the Category Manager in decision-making and in the use of the tools developed
Maintain and improve reporting models and tools to respond to business changes.
The qualifications we are looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
- Work experience in retail and product merchandising
- Work experience in cost analysis is an asset
- Exceptional analytical skills and ability to interpret data.
- Excellent proficiency in Excel and other analytical tools
- Ability to consolidate, analyze and communicate complex data effectively
- Strong problem-solving skills and comfort working in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and presentation skills with all levels of the organization and across functions
- Strong organization skills
- Ability to operate in ambiguity
- Our Hybrid Workplace Policy establishes that associates need to have a reliable transportation to and from our corporate head office located in Boucherville (Quebec), to come to the office on a regular basis.
- We require all our head office associates to be proficient in French, spoken and written.
By joining the RONA family, you’ll enjoy many benefits, such as:
- A childcare centre that can accommodate up to 78 children
- A cafeteria with a delicious menu prepared by a dedicated chef, healthy options, as well as FARO Roasting Houses and Tim Hortons coffee stations
- Electric car charging stations
- A fitness centre, sports activities, and showers
- Exclusive employee discounts, plus a 10% discount on store merchandise (at all RONA locations)
- Benefits: retirement savings plan, annual bonuses, student incentive program, etc.
- Career growth opportunities within the company
- An inclusive and safe working environment
- Promotion of work-life balance
- An employer that’s involved in the community
- And much more!
If selected for an interview, please advise our Human Resources team if you require accommodation during the interview and assessment process and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.
RONA is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender, nationality, age, disability, or any other protected status.
