Strategy Analyst

Maple Leaf Foods Inc.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company in Mississauga is seeking an Analyst in Strategy and Corporate Development. The role involves supporting various strategic projects that enhance business operations, from identifying market trends to assessing growth opportunities. Candidates should have 1–3 years of experience in strategic analysis with strong analytical skills. The position offers competitive salary and a chance to be part of a high-performance culture committed to sustainability.

Benefits

Health and Wellness benefits

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Learning and development opportunities

Tuition reimbursement program

Volunteer paid days

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in strategic analysis.
• Ability to work with ambiguous problem statements.
• Strong analytical and structured thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Support cross-functional strategic initiatives.
• Gather and synthesize organization-wide information.
• Monitor industry trends for insights.

Skills

Strategic analysis

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Relevant bachelor's degree

Job description

The Opportunity:

The Strategy and Corporate Development team is at the epicenter of future planning at Maple Leaf Foods. We are a diverse and growing team with significant executive level visibility and massive opportunities for progression.

Reporting to the SVP of Corporate Strategy, the Analyst, Strategy supports the delivery of strategic projects spanning the breadth of Maple Leaf Foods’ business. Reflective of an ever-evolving strategic landscape, projects will vary and may include: developing strategic roadmaps to stay ahead of emerging market trends, identifying opportunities to reduce risk and drive efficiencies in internal operations, and supporting evaluations of inorganic growth opportunities (including M&A and Food Tech investments).

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by February 15. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Reason for vacancy: Incremental Headcount

Base Salary: $58,000 – $87,000 CAD base pay annually

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Support Cross-Functional Projects: Contribute to strategic initiatives by coordinating inputs, structuring analyses, and supporting workstreams alongside cross-functional teams and strategy leaders
• Uncover Opportunities: Gather and synthesize information across the organization to help identify issues and evaluate opportunities; support development of strategic roadmaps that deliver financial, operational, and sustainability benefits
• Identify Emerging Trends: Monitor industry, customer, competitor, and consumer trends across meat and plant protein to surface insights and growth opportunities
• Support Inorganic Growth Work: Assist with screening acquisition/investment opportunities and provide analytical support through phases such as market research, due diligence support, and integration planning
• Qualitative & Quantitative Analysis: Conduct business analytics including primary/secondary research, industry and competitor analysis, and financial modeling (e.g., market sizing, business cases, scenario analysis)
• Stakeholder Materials: Build clear, high-quality presentation materials that summarize insights, options, and recommendations supported by data and analysis
• Build Relationships: Develop strong working relationships across strategy and cross-functional teams to enable effective collaboration and information sharing

What You’ll Bring:

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in strategic analysis of business opportunities and issues (e.g., strategy consulting, corporate strategy, business analysis/planning, finance)
• Comfort working with ambiguous problem statements and ability to adapt as priorities evolve
• Strong analytical and structured thinking skills; ability to translate data into insights and recommendations
• Experience contributing to cross-functional projects or owning discrete workstreams with guidance
• Capable of developing content for presentations to articulate a compelling story while managing audiences of all levels
• Experience supporting interactions with senior leaders (e.g., preparing materials, contributing to discussions); presentation experience is an asset

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

We’re a global food company with approximately 10,000 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at [e-mail].

The above base salary reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. The base salary offered may vary based on a variety of factors including skills, experience, education, training, job‑related knowledge, and other organizational requirements. For part‑time roles, salaries are adjusted according to scheduled hours.

Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.