Data Analyst – Store Operations & Merchandising

Canadian-Tire-Corporation,-Ltd.-1; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 64,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits and retirement programs

Product discounts

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited in Toronto, Ontario, is seeking a Data Analyst for a 12-month contract to support store operations and merchandising through hands-on data work, SQL querying, and dashboard development with Power BI.

You'll build datasets, validate data quality, and partner with stakeholders to translate business questions into analytics, while leveraging Excel and Python for automation and working with cloud platforms.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of analytics experience or relevant co-op/internship.
• Strong SQL skills (joins, aggregations, data transformation).
• Advanced Excel and data visualization with Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Extract and manipulate large datasets (sales, inventory, product, store performance) using SQL.
• Build and maintain datasets and data models to support reporting.
• Develop dashboards and reports (Power BI) to track store and merchandising performance.
• Support ad hoc analysis on assortment, pricing, promotions, and inventory movement.
• Identify trends, gaps, and opportunities in store execution and product performance.
• Troubleshoot data issues and support data quality improvements.

Skills

SQL

Excel

Power BI

Python

Education

Degree or certification in Data Analytics, Business, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Azure

Databricks

Snowflake

Job description

What You’ll Do:We’re looking for a Data Analyst (12-month contract) to support store operations and merchandising teams. This role is hands-on and technical, focused on building datasets, analyzing performance, and enabling better day-to-day decisions in stores.Key ResponsibilitiesExtract and manipulate large datasets (sales, inventory, product, store performance) using SQLClean and validate data to ensure accuracy and consistency across reportingBuild and maintain datasets and data models to support reporting and analyticsDevelop dashboards and reports (Power BI) to track store and merchandising performanceSupport ad hoc analysis on assortment, pricing, promotions, and inventory movementIdentify trends, gaps, and opportunities in store execution and product performanceWork with stakeholders to translate business questions into data requirements and outputsTroubleshoot data issues and support ongoing improvements in data quality and reporting processesContract Scope / ExpectationsDeliver clearly defined outputs (datasets, dashboards, analysis) within timelinesRamp quickly on existing data models, tools, and business contextOperate independently on technical tasks with guidance from senior team membersSupport short-term priorities such as reporting builds, data validation, and deep-dive analysisWhat You Bring:Degree or certification in Data Analytics, Business, Computer Science, or related field1–2 years of analytics experience or relevant co-op/internshipStrong SQL skills (joins, aggregations, data transformation)Advanced Excel (data manipulation, pivot tables)Experience with Power BI or similar BI tools for dashboardingAbility to work with large, complex datasets and ensure data qualityStrong attention to detail and problem-solving mindsetClear communication — able to explain outputs in simple business termsPython for data processing or automation is an assetExperience with cloud platforms (Azure, Databricks, Snowflake) is an assetExposure to retail, merchandising, or operations analytics is an assetUnderstanding of basic data modelling concepts is an assetLocation : Toronto, Ontario (Hybrid: In-office 4 days a week)We’re always looking for great talent! In addition to competitive pay, we offer:Comprehensive benefits and retirement programsPerformance incentives, Continuing Education ProgramsOther perks to support your well-beingCareer growth opportunities and product discountsBroadband Salary Range: $64,000 – $106,000.Our typical hiring range is between $64,000 and $85,000. Salary decisions are also dependent on other factors such as your experience, industry benchmarks, internal equity and other role-specific requirements. We're committed to attracting top talent. For critical roles, the compensation offering will be reviewed to ensure alignment with market rate and conditions and the unique value you bring to the role.This posting represents an existing vacancy within our organization.We may use artificial intelligence tools as part of our recruitment process to assist in the initial screening of resumes. All hiring decisions, including candidate evaluation, selection, and disposition, are made by human recruiters.About UsCanadian Tire Corporation, Limited (“CTC”) is one of Canada’s most admired and trusted companies. With more than 90 Owned Brands, over 1,600 retail locations, financial services, exemplary e-commerce capabilities, and exciting market-leading merchandising strategies. We dream big and work as one to innovate with purpose for our customers at every level of our business, investing in new technologies and products, and doubling down on top talent to drive the company forward. We offer competitive salaries and wages to CTC employees, as well as store discounts, supported learning through our Triangle Learning Academy, Canadian Tire Profit Sharing, and retirement and savings programs for eligible employees. As part of our enhanced flex benefits program, we offer mental health benefits in the amount of $5,000 per year for benefits-eligible employees and their families, including total well-being, and mental health tools and resources for all employees. Join us in helping to make life in Canada better through living and working our Core Values: we are innovators and entrepreneurs at our core, outcomes drive us, inclusion is a must, we are stronger together and we take personal responsibility. It is an especially exciting time to join CTC and its family of companies where career opportunities are wide-ranging! Join us, where there's a place for you here.Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and BelongingWe are committed to fostering an environment where belonging thrives, and diversity, inclusion and equity are infused into everything we do. We believe in building an organizational culture where people are consistently treated with dignity while respecting individual religion, nationality, gender, race, age, perceived ability, spoken language, sexual orientation, and identification. We are united in our purpose of being here to help make life in Canada better.AccommodationsWe stand firm in our Core Value that inclusion is a must. We welcome and encourage candidates from equity-seeking groups such as people who identify as racialized, Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, women, people with disabilities, and beyond. Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to help meet your needs.