Sobeys

Senior Application System Analyst

Sobeys$90K — $110K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or relevant specialization/experience.
  • 6 years of progressive experience in IT.
  • Salesforce Administrator Certification required.
  • Familiarity with Experience Cloud applications (like Microsoft Azure) and API development is a plus.
  • Skilled in managing internal teams and vendor relationships.
  • Strong communication skills for collaboration in a matrix organization.
  • Experience with multiple product backlogs management.
  • Retail industry experience preferred. Project Management certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with a multi-skilled team managing the Salesforce Service Cloud portfolio.
  • Leverage deep knowledge of Salesforce Core Platform for support and enhancements.
  • Mentor teams in translating business needs into Salesforce application fixes and improvements.
  • Provide Level 2 & 3 application support, including root cause analysis and product backlog management.
  • Monitor applications for performance and recommend necessary enhancements.
  • Automate processes and innovate business operations using application features.
  • Lead the entire software development life cycle from design to deployment and release.
  • Directly develop business and system requirements through analysis and recommendation.
  • Engage with cross-functional teams to document requirements, workflows, and system specifications.
  • Act as a liaison among vendors, users, and the development team regarding product backlog, incidents, and projects.
  • Support project activities and deliverables as needed.
  • Communicate potential application risks and suggest improvements.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a hybrid environment across various Canadian locations.
  • Engagement in continuous improvement initiatives and exposure to cutting-edge technology.
  • Collaborative and supportive team atmosphere focused on customer-first solutions.
Full Job Description
Senior Application System Analyst, Salesforce

Customer service is at the core of our business, and it's something that you value too. As a Senior Application System Analyst, you will bring a customer-first mindset when resolving key issues and providing support to our Sobeys customers. You'll play a crucial role in ensuring smooth operations and driving improvements in our Salesforce Service Cloud, B2B Commerce Cloud, and NetZero cloud platforms within the IT Ecommerce and Shared Solutions Team Portfolio.

Sobeys is full of exciting opportunities, and we are always looking for bright new talent to join our team! We currently have a full-time opportunity for a Senior Application System Analyst. This role can be based out of one our main offices including Calgary, AB; Mississauga, ON, Burnaby, BC.

Here's what you'll be focusing:

  • Work within a multi-skilled team in charge of a portfolio of Service Cloud platform.
  • Demonstrate deep knowledge of Salesforce Core Platform.
  • Maintain up-to-date expertise in Salesforce Service Cloud platform or B2B Commerce Cloud, mentor and lead the team(s) in translating business needs into enhancements and or fixes for the supported Salesforce application.
  • Provide specialized Level 2 & 3 application support, including root cause analysis, triaging with teams, managing, and prioritizing product backlog, configuration/code changes, sourcing additional support, and maintaining system documentation.
  • Monitor applications for end-user experience, interfaces, runtime exceptions, and performance, recommending enhancements as necessary.
  • Identify opportunities to automate processes, or otherwise innovate on business operations using application features.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives through advisory and consultative support. Proactively share new leading practices.
  • Lead the entire development life cycle, including intake, design, build, testing, deployment, and release, ensuring that applications meet both business and architectural requirements while adhering to standards, patterns, and reference models.
  • Direct the development of business and system requirements through detailed analysis, providing recommendations, and working closely with the Solution Architect, Sobeys development team to translate system requirements and lead high-level design.
  • Participate in the leadership and influence cross-functional task forces or teams to identify and document functional requirements, workflow, information sources, and system specifications.
  • Act as a liaison between vendors, users, and the development team as needed, while keeping all relevant teams updated on product backlog status, incidents, and projects.
  • Support project activities and deliverables as needed.
  • Observe and communicate potential application risks and improvements in support of effective issue prevention and risk mitigation.

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What you have to offer:

  • A bachelors degree in Computer Science, Business Administration or related specialization or experience in Technology
  • Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in IT.
  • Salesforce Administrator Certification is a must.
  • Experience Cloud applications (Microsoft Azure), API development and / or system integrations is a plus.
  • Experience in managing internal development teams, outsourced service providers and vendor relationships.
  • Excellent communication skills with a demonstrated ability to collaborate in a matrix organization.
  • Experience in managing and prioritizing multiple product backlogs
  • Previous experience in the retail industry is preferred.
  • Project Management certification is a plus (e.g. CAPM, PMP, CSM)

About Sobeys

Sobeys is a Canadian supermarket chain that operates over 1,500 stores across Canada. The company was founded in 1907 and is headquartered in Stellarton, Nova Scotia. Sobeys is a subsidiary of Empire Company Limited, which is also headquartered in Stellarton. The company offers a wide range of products, including groceries, pharmacy, and fuel. Sobeys is committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, such as reducing food waste and using renewable energy. The company has a strong presence in the Canadian market and is one of the largest food retailers in the country.
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