Data Analyst

Sports Experts; Laval; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the sports sector is seeking a Data Analyst to join their team in Laval. The role involves supporting the data architecture, developing SQL queries, and creating reports in Power BI. Candidates should have 3+ years of experience in data analytics and be proficient in both French and English. This hybrid position supports a flexible work environment, allowing for a balance of on-site and virtual tasks.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in data analytics.
• Excellent Excel skills with advanced formulas.
• Bilingual in French and English required.

Responsibilities

• Support business requests with SQL query optimization.
• Design and manage reports using Power BI and Excel.
• Collaborate on data architecture and solutions.

Skills

SQL

Data Analysis

Power BI

Excel

ETL

Data Modelling

Communication

Tools

Azure

Microsoft Dynamics AX

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

Joining the Canadian Tire team in the FGL Sports division, you will be working as part of a team of data management analysts.

Your role as a Data Analyst will be to support the Data Architecture in the development of various query requirements across multiple enterprise database sources. Design, implement and manage the structure of reporting systems. The Data Analyst is responsible for data extraction initiatives from our various systems, validation with business departments for ad hoc requests and project developments.

• Support various business requests by being responsible for the optimization and creation of SQL queries
• Design, build, deliver and manage models and reports using Excel and Power BI. Experience in Power automate
• Present data from multiple enterprise database sources
• Participate in the data architecture and data solution design of our various systems
• Collaborate with analysts in the development of connections and extractions with our various databases ((DataLake, Dynamics 365, Azure, I Hub ingestion, Synapse).
• Support data validations during the integration of systems under different platforms
• Analyze impacts in existing systems during change requests; Analyze and collaborate on structural specifications for new software and applications
• Develop an in-depth understanding of the various processes
• Support process documentation and provide automation recommendations
• Participate in workshops to gather requirements and provide recommendations for reporting and BI solutions
• Convert processes into functional requirements clearly and understandable to developers and project teams
• Leverage knowledge of specific data products available as well as visualization capabilities to improve requirements and offer relevant suggestions to stakeholders
• Prioritize tasks with the team and ensure the availability of forward-looking roadmaps for features to be delivered on data products under the team's purview
• Collaborate with the Business Intelligence analysts and IT department in the realization of various requirements, as well as maintenance and evolution activities

What you bring

• 3+ years of experience in data analytics and good understanding of data architecture
• Working knowledge of AI and data warehouse concepts and terminology.
• Excellent Excel skills, especially with the use of advanced formulas and macros
• Strong knowledge of SQL, ETL, Power BI (report design & visualization) and Microsoft Azure
• Experience in Microsoft Dynamics AX & Dynamics 365
• Experience in analysis, modeling, verification, and development of business and technical requirements methodologies
• Ability to establish, document and communicate data modeling standards, policies, guidelines, and governance structures. Ability to prioritize projects within timelines
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to relate and describe situations with data; Ability to explain complex phenomena clearly and concisely to any type of hearing
• Thorough person with a passion for quality and innovative technologies
• Excellent command of French and English, both oral and written
• Bilingualism in French and English is required for this position. The role involves frequent collaboration and discussion with colleagues and partners across Canada. These interactions necessitate a high level of proficiency in French and English to effectively perform the tasks associated with the job.

Hybrid

At Canadian Tire we work flexibility embracing ‘Hybrid’ whereby individuals utilize a combination of working at a CTC campus and or virtually in service of outcomes. Determined by managers, decisions around work location will be made based on business and team needs and grounded in a desire to support individual well-being and personal needs. Our goal is to empower teams and individuals to make the right decisions for them, and we expect that to look different for everyone