Senior Business Analyst

Décathlon Canada; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Décathlon Canada is seeking a motivated project manager with a strong background in data analysis. In this role, you will lead cross-functional projects, analyze data trends, and collaborate with stakeholders to drive business strategies. Candidates should be bilingual in French and English and possess skills in SQL and Python to support data operations.

Benefits

Bi-weekly bonus for team successes

Opportunities for growth and training

Comprehensive health insurance

Product discounts

Access to sports facilities

Qualifications

• Experience in leading cross-functional projects.
• Ability to gather and analyze market data trends.
• Strong skills in data extraction and visualization.

Responsibilities

• Lead data-driven projects from conception to execution.
• Analyze KPIs and provide insights for strategic growth.
• Conduct customer behavior analysis and deliver presentations.

Skills

Data Analysis

Project Management

SQL

Python

Bilingualism in French and English

Job description

Mission

Who We Are

Decathlon, founded in 1976 in France and present in 70 countries, arrived in Canada in 2018 with its first store in Brossard, Québec. Today, Decathlon Canada has over 1,000 teammates, more than 20 stores, a distribution center, and an e-commerce platform, all dedicated to our mission: moving people through the wonders of sport.

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of people around you? Join our team!

Our values: Responsibility, Vitality, Authenticity, Generosity.

Why join our team?

If you enjoy being active, alone or with family and friends, you are already a great fit! You don't need to be an Olympic athlete. As Decathlon continues to grow, numerous career development opportunities are available. At Decathlon, your professional and personal ambitions have no limits.

Your Benefits

• Bi-weekly bonus: We share team successes immediately with all teammates!
• Opportunities for growth within the company, including training through our own Academy for personal and professional development.
• A commitment to environmental responsibility through eco-conscious products and actions to protect our planet.
• Product discounts and the chance to test select products, fostering ambassadorial pride.
• Free access to sports facilities.
• Team-building activities and authentic relationships with colleagues, emphasizing teamwork.
• Time for personal needs, including holidays, personal days, and flexible hours.
• Comprehensive insurance starting at 30 hours/week, including telemedicine, medical, dental, and disability coverage.
• Green travel bonuses, a private share ownership plan, and RRSP contributions.
• Leadership roles and technical mentorship opportunities.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• International collaboration opportunities.

Project Management

• Lead cross-functional projects from conception to completion, supporting the data team to ensure timely delivery and scope adherence.
• Participate in project planning, timelines, and implementation, collaborating with various departments for a holistic approach.
• Gather and clarify stakeholder requests from marketing, e-commerce, supply, etc., and communicate project status and changes.
• Create and deliver compelling data-driven presentations and reports, using storytelling to convey insights effectively.
• Work closely with stakeholders to understand needs, gather requirements, and ensure alignment on analytical projects.

Decision-Making Support and Strategic Enabler

• Monitor market trends, identify business opportunities where data can drive growth, and provide strategic recommendations.
• Evaluate KPIs related to sales performance, such as conversion rate, basket size, and traffic.
• Analyze data to identify trends and opportunities, supporting strategic decisions.
• Conduct customer segmentation and RFM analysis to understand client behavior.
• Assist in writing economic trajectories with in-depth analysis of commercial activities.
• Present insights and recommendations clearly through visualizations, dashboards, reports, and presentations.
• Embrace AI as a strategic tool in business analysis.

Data Extraction, Analysis, and Visualization

• Extract data from primary and secondary sources, maintaining databases.
• Write SQL queries to retrieve information for stakeholders.
• Cleanse and validate data, develop new tools for data operations.
• Identify valuable data sources and automate data collection.
• Design dashboards to meet stakeholder needs for decision-making.
• Use Python to extract, process, and share data via email, dashboards, or Google Sheets.

Product Owner of Data Quality and Colleague Development

• Engage with relevant teams to improve business knowledge and ensure data relevance.
• Share knowledge and train staff on data tools and analysis concepts.
• Raise awareness of technologies and develop skills for various projects.
• Maintain high coding standards and project management credentials.

Hybrid work model: Montreal office (~2-3 days on-site/week). Bilingualism in French and English (spoken and written) is essential for collaboration across Canada and with English-speaking teams.