Manager Strategic Analytics

Canadian Blood Services; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 108,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health services organization in Ottawa seeks a Manager for Strategic Analytics to lead a team delivering impactful data-driven solutions. The role requires proficiency in statistical techniques and programming, with a Master's degree preferred. Responsibilities include developing analytics strategies and ensuring data quality. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits, including 4 weeks vacation and an annual performance award. This role operates in a hybrid environment, requiring 40% onsite presence.

Benefits

4 weeks' vacation

Annual performance award up to 10%

Comprehensive health benefits

Employee discounts and wellness program

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of quantitative research and analytics experience.
• 3-5 years of combined experience with data processing and modelling.
• Experience in quantitative analytics and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing team to deliver analytics solutions.
• Support the development of strategies for leveraging data.
• Ensure the accuracy and reliability of data.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of statistical techniques

Strong programming skills in statistical modelling

Proficiency in statistical packages

Experience with AI or machine learning

Education

Advanced (Masters) degree in mathematics or related field

Tools

Power BI

Azure Synapse

SQL Server

Python

R

SAS

Job description

Ottawa, ON, CA, K1B 4S5… (location list).

Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment… 40% onsite…

Job category: Information technology

Employment status: Regular full-time

Classification: MGMT

Salary/Rate of pay: $108,493 to $125,026

About the role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Manager, Strategic Analytics to join our dynamic Data and Analytics Centre of Excellence team…

Responsibilities

• Lead a high‑performing team to deliver impactful analytics solutions…
• Support the development of strategies and roadmaps for leveraging data…
• Leverage AI, machine learning, NLP, advanced statistical modelling…
• Ensure the accuracy, reliability, and quality of data…
• Serve as a trusted advisor and facilitator to business units…
• Apply expertise in quantitative and qualitative analysis…
• Validate the quality and integrity of data included in self‑served reports and dashboards…
• Work with business units to understand objectives and develop reporting…
• Lead the development of proposals and business cases for initiatives…
• Lead the design and delivery of a data literacy program…
• Promote analytic usage and skills through training, mentoring…
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of data and best‑in‑class methods…
• Perform other related duties as required.

Desired education and skills

• Advanced (Masters) degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science or related field; or equivalent combination.
• 3‑5 years of quantitative research and analytics.
• 3‑5 years of combined experience with data processing, data science and modelling.
• Advanced knowledge of statistical techniques.
• Strong programming skills and statistical modelling (e.g., Power BI, Azure Synapse, SQL Server, Python, R, SAS).
• Proficiency in the use of statistical packages.
• Proficiency in quantitative analytics, forecasting/predictive analytics, multivariate testing, optimization.
• Knowledge or experience with one or more business or functional area such as supply chain management, finance, human resources.
• Experience in the use of AI or machine learning is an asset.

What we offer you

• 4 weeks' vacation
• Annual performance award up to 10%
• Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources

What you can expect

• This role will work in a hybrid environment; 40% onsite at Canadian Blood Services location.
• If you are located outside of Ottawa, you may be required to travel a couple of times per year.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role…

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply…

We thank all applicants…

Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.