Staples Canada

Process Automation Engineer - Supply Chain Replenishment Center of Excellence

Staples Canada$90K — $110K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years delivering analytics, automation, or data-driven solutions in a business setting
  • Hands-on experience with GCP analytics services and Vertex AI
  • Proficiency in Python and SQL for analysis and automation
  • Familiarity with basic machine learning and forecasting concepts
  • Experience integrating analytics into business workflows

Responsibilities

  • Build, test, and deploy analytics and AI-enabled solutions
  • Prototype and operationalize models using Vertex AI and GCP services
  • Apply automation to improve replenishment accuracy
  • Translate business problems into testable solutions
  • Identify continuous improvement opportunities through data analysis
  • Develop queries and data pipelines using SQL and Python
  • Collaborate with replenishment analysts and IT to deliver solutions

Benefits

  • Associate discount
  • Health and dental benefits
  • RRSP/DPSP
  • Performance bonuses
  • Learning & Development programs
Full Job Description
Job Description

Some of what you will do:

The Process Automation Engineer - 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:

Artificial Intelligence, 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 to validate value before scaling
  • Identify continuous improvement opportunities through data analysis and exception trends
  • Track and report solution effectiveness using Key Performance Indexes 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 Artificial Intelligence 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


Physical demands/working conditions:

Office environment - Hybrid, with 4 days onsite in Richmond Hill, subject to the hybrid policy.

Some of what you need:

Technical Skills & Knowledge
  • 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

Analytical & Business Skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to translate business questions into practical technical solutions
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Results-oriented, with comfort working in iterative and ambiguous environments

Experience:
  • 5+ years' 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

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Supply Chain, Analytics, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred
  • Equivalent practical experience will be considered


Some of what you will get:
  • Associate discount
  • Health and Dental benefits
  • RRSP/DPSP
  • Performance bonuses
  • Learning & Development programs
  • And more...


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About Staples Canada

Staples Canada is a retailer of office supplies, furniture, and technology products. The company operates more than 300 stores across Canada and offers a range of products, including office supplies, electronics, furniture, and printing services. Staples Canada was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Richmond Hill, Ontario.
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