Senior Analyst, AI & Automation – Supply Chain Centre of Excellence

Staples; Richmond Hill; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retailer in Richmond Hill seeks a Senior Analyst, AI & Automation to drive supply chain improvements through analytics and AI solutions. The role involves designing, testing, and deploying tools using GCP and Vertex AI. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in a related field and experience with automation and analytics projects. Benefits include health and dental insurance, performance bonuses, and more. Join a dynamic team dedicated to innovation and inclusion.

Benefits

Health and Dental benefits

RRSP/DPSP

Performance bonuses

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in delivering analytics and data-driven solutions.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL for analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy analytics and AI-enabled solutions for supply chain.
• Develop scripts and data pipelines using SQL and Python.
• Collaborate with IT and business partners for effective solutions.

Skills

Analytics

Automation

SQL

Python

GCP analytics services

Machine learning concepts

Data analysis

Agile working

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Analytics, or related field

Tools

GCP

Vertex AI

Job description

Senior Analyst, AI & Automation – Supply Chain Centre of Excellence

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Job Description

Some of what you will do:

The Senior Analyst, AI & Automation – Supply Chain Centre of Excellence supports the Supply Chain Replenishment team by designing, testing, and deploying practical analytics, automation, and AI-enabled solutions that improve forecasting, replenishment, and decision-making.

This role focuses on rapid experimentation and deployment of solutions using cloud-based analytics and AI tools, including Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Vertex AI. The emphasis is on delivering business value quickly through iterative development rather than long-cycle enterprise builds.

Specifically, You Will:

AI, Analytics & Automation

• Build, test, and deploy analytics and AI-enabled solutions to support forecasting, replenishment, and exception management
• Use Vertex AI and related GCP services to prototype and operationalize models and data-driven tools
• Apply automation to reduce manual effort and improve accuracy in replenishment processes
• Enhance existing tools and models based on performance and user feedback

Rapid Delivery & Continuous Improvement

• Translate business problems into simple, testable solutions and iterate quickly
• Develop minimum viable solutions (MVS) to validate value before scaling
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities through data analysis and exception trends
• Track and report solution effectiveness using KPIs and dashboards

Technical & Business Support

• Develop and maintain queries, scripts, and data pipelines using SQL and Python
• Support system enhancements and UAT related to analytics, automation, and AI capabilities
• Integrate solutions with existing forecasting and replenishment platforms (e.g., JDA / Blue Yonder)
• Provide documentation and training to support adoption of new tools and processes

Collaboration & Enablement

• Partner with replenishment analysts, IT, and other business partners to deliver solutions
• Communicate technical concepts in clear, business-friendly language
• Act as a technical resource within the Replenishment COE, influencing through expertise

Some of what you need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Analytics, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred
• Equivalent practical experience will be considered
• Experience delivering analytics, automation, or data-driven solutions in a business setting
• Exposure to forecasting, replenishment, or planning systems is an asset
• Experience working in agile or fast-paced environments
• Hands‑on experience with GCP analytics services and Vertex AI
• Proficiency in Python and SQL for analysis, automation, and prototyping
• Experience working with large datasets and cloud‑based data platforms
• Familiarity with basic machine learning and forecasting concepts (not research‑level)
• Experience integrating analytics or automation into business workflows

Some of what you will get:

• Health and Dental benefits
• RRSP/DPSP
• Performance bonuses
• And more...

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About Us

We value transparency in our hiring processes. Please note, artificial intelligence may be used in certain stages to screen, assess, or select applicants, however, a human reviewer makes all final decisions. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

About the Team

About the Team At Staples Canada we are dynamic, inspiring partners to our customers and the communities in which we live. As The Working and Learning Company, we inspire people to work smarter, learn more and grow every day. We’re looking for curious, approachable, and passionate individuals who love finding solutions. If that’s you, let’s work, learn, and grow together. We are building an inclusive and diverse team Staples Canada is continuously working towards creating an inclusive and diverse work environment. We welcome, value and thrive on perspectives and contributions from backgrounds that vary by race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion or physical ability. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

• Job Identification 59545
• Job Category Corporate Supply Chain & Logistics
• Locations 6 Staples Ave, Richmond Hill, ON, L4B 4W3, CA
• Job Schedule Full time