Senior Retail Analytics & Space Planning Lead

Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited

Toronto

On-site

CAD 64,000 - 106,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited is seeking a retail analytics professional to develop analytical models, frameworks, and recommendations that support in-store space allocation and retail resource planning decisions across its banners.

You will analyze sales, margin, productivity and operations data, collaborating with Space Planning, Merchandising, Store Operations, Finance and Marketing, and prepare executive materials to inform performance guardrails and business outcomes.

Qualifications

3–5+ years of experience in retail analytics, merchandising, planning, business strategy, resource planning, or related disciplines.
Experience in a multi-unit retail environment is an asset.
Exposure to space planning concepts, store layouts, planograms, or retail productivity analysis is an asset.
A combination of relevant education in Business, Commerce, Finance, Economics, Strategy, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and translate findings into clear, actionable recommendations.
Advanced Excel skills, including modeling and scenario analysis.
Experience with BI tools such as ThoughtSpot, Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms is an asset.
Strong communication and storytelling skills, including the ability to present complex analysis to diverse audiences.
Demonstrated ability to think strategically while managing detailed analysis and multiple priorities.
Experience developing frameworks, KPIs, reporting processes, or decision-support models is considered an asset.
Self-motivated, proactive, and customer-focused, with a strong sense of ownership and collaboration.

Responsibilities

Develop analytical models, frameworks, and recommendations for in-store space allocation and resource planning across CT banners.
Analyze sales, margin, productivity, and operational data to identify opportunities and guide decisions using CCG principles.
Partner with the Enterprise Assortment Planning team by providing analysis, insights, and recommendations to inform performance guardrails and measurement of business outcomes.
Prepare reporting, presentations, and executive materials that communicate insights, recommendations, and performance trends to stakeholders and senior leadership.
Collaborate with stakeholders across CT's retail banners, including Space Planning, Merchandising, Store Operations, Finance, and Marketing, to align on resource allocation priorities and support informed decision-making.
Facilitate cross-functional discussions and act as a liaison between teams to promote consistency in planning approaches, performance measurement, and resource allocation practices.
Support broader Enterprise Resource Planning initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve planning processes, analytical methodologies, and scalable approaches to resource optimization and performance improvement.