Business Performance Analyst

American Iron & Metal (AIM); Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Group insurance from day one

Group RRSP with employer matching

Telemedicine

Paid vacation from day one

Tuition assistance

On-site gym

Cafeterias

Job summary

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is seeking a Business Performance Analyst to boost operational efficiency across Quebec Recycling. You will analyze cost and productivity metrics, validate data, and develop dashboards to inform decisions for cross-functional operations teams.

Reporting to the Business Performance Specialist, you will collaborate with site managers to drive performance improvements and cost optimization, leveraging Excel and Power BI in a dynamic, multi-site environment in Montreal,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in operations, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in operations analysis, industrial performance monitoring, logistics, or a related analytical role.
• Bilingual (French and English).

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse operational performance metrics related to cost, productivity, efficiency and service levels.
• Conduct variance analysis on operational and logistics costs and forecast, identifying key drivers and improvement opportunities.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and recurring performance reports using Excel and Power BI.
• Consolidate and validate data related to production, inventory flows, and transportation movements to ensure accurate and reliable reporting.
• Identify performance gaps across operations and logistics flows and provide analysis to support corrective action plans.
• Work with the stakeholders to implement and track post implementation improvement.
• Partner with site managers and operational teams to improve production efficiency, asset utilization, turnaround times, and cost management.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing operational effectiveness, internal efficiency, and cost optimization.
• Provide analytical support for ad hoc projects related to operational performance and network efficiency across Quebec Recycling.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Autonomous

Education

Bachelor's degree in operations, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Company Description

Be part of AIM's growing success.

American Iron & Metal Company (AIM) is a recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry, with over 125 locations and 4,000 employees worldwide. We have continued to thrive for the past eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.

Join the AIM team, a growing team that, over the years, has transformed into a multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, construction waste recycling, weldment fabrication, demolition and dismantling, and auto recycling. We pride ourselves on doing good for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for everyone.

It's simple: we do it right. We strive for excellence.

Job Description

Reporting to the Business Performance Specialist, the Business Performance Analyst plays a key role in improving operational efficiency and cost performance across Quebec Recycling. Through data analysis and performance monitoring, this role delivers accurate, actionable insights that support operational decision-making and identify optimization opportunities. You will work closely with operations teams and internal stakeholders to ensure reliable analysis and drive performance improvements across the network.

What you’re responsible for:

• Monitor and analyse operational performance metrics related to cost, productivity, efficiency and service levels.
• Conduct variance analysis on operational and logistics costs and forecast, identifying key drivers and improvement opportunities.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and recurring performance reports using Excel and Power BI.
• Consolidate and validate data related to production, inventory flows, and transportation movements to ensure accurate and reliable reporting.
• Identify performance gaps across operations and logistics flows and provide analysis to support corrective action plans
• Work with the stakeholders to implement and track post implementation improvement.
• Partner with site managers and operational teams to improve production efficiency, asset utilization, turnaround times, and cost management.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing operational effectiveness, internal efficiency, and cost optimization.-->
• Provide analytical support for ad hoc projects related to operational performance and network efficiency across Quebec Recycling.

Qualifications

To join our team:

• Bachelor's degree in operations, Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in operations analysis, industrial performance monitoring, logistics, or a related analytical role.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, supply chain, or asset-intensive, multi-site environments, is preferred.
• Strong understanding of operational cost structures and performance drivers, including logistics-related components.
• Proven experience in KPI monitoring, variance analysis, and performance reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, advanced formulas, data structuring); experience with Power BI or similar BI tools is an asset.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable business insights.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Proactive and autonomous, with the ability to work in a dynamic operational environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Bilingual (French and English).

Additional Information

What we offer :

• Competitive salary + other benefits;
• Group insurance coverage from day one and group RRSP with employer matching contributions;
• Telemedicine (Unlimited access to a doctor 24/7);
• Eligible for paid vacation from day one; **
• AIM tuition assistance grants.
• Company-wide events throughout the year (BBQ, Christmas party, etc.);
• Free on-site gym;
• Two on-site cafeterias (subsidized meal program available);
• Dynamic and rewarding work environment - work on high-impact and meaningful projects while having fun!