Staples Canada

Sr. Analyst, B2B Forecasting and Performance Analytics

Staples Canada$75K — $95K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Computer Science, Data Science, Business, or related field.
  • Proficient in SQL and/or Python programming.
  • 4+ years of experience in SQL data extraction and visualization tools like Power BI or Looker.
  • Background in finance, business analysis, or statistics.
  • Familiarity with Salesforce is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain sales forecasting models considering historical data and seasonality.
  • Create dashboards delivering actionable insights using data visualization platforms.
  • Conduct statistical analysis to identify revenue risks and strategic opportunities.
  • Translate complex data insights into compelling narratives for leadership presentations.
  • Continuously learn and test new technologies and tools relevant to data analysis.
  • Document processes and standardize terminologies used in data governance.
  • Utilize automation to minimize manual data handling and ensure accuracy.

Benefits

  • Associate discount on products.
  • Health and Dental benefits included.
  • Participation in RRSP/DPSP plans.
  • Performance bonuses based on contributions.
  • Access to Learning & Development programs.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Some of what you will do:

As part of the Business Intelligence & Sales Operations team, this role plays a critical part in driving business performance by transforming data into actionable insights. You will develop forecasting models, analyze performance trends, and deliver clear, decision-ready analytics that influence strategy across the organization. This role partners closely with cross-functional stakeholders-including Finance, Sales, and Executive Leadership- to ensure data-driven decision-making at all levels. Success requires strong analytical thinking, structured problem-solving, and the ability to translate complex data into clear, compelling narratives.

Specifically, You Will:

Stakeholder Management (10%)
  • Assist in preparing and presenting project concepts, development, and results to various levels of the organization


Business Strategy (50%)

  • Use historical information to build, maintain and refine sales forecasting model, understanding seasonality, identify anomalies and variance drivers.


  • Build dashboards that provide actionable insights related to performance using platforms like PowerBI and Looker


  • Use statistical analysis to determine revenue risks and opportunities, along with initiative impacts


  • Translate data into clear and compelling stories and present that back to the business and leadership


Technology & Data Governance (40%)

  • Continuous learning and testing of new technology and tools


  • Documentation and definition of processes and terms used


  • Leverage platform capabilities and automation to reduce manual effort


  • Test and validate data


Physical Environment/Working Conditions:

  • Hybrid Office environment


Some of what you need:

  • Bachelor in Computer Science, Data Science, Computer Engineering, Business Degree or similar experience.


  • Programming in SQL and/or Python


  • 4+ years' experience in advanced SQL data extraction, data visualization software like Power BI/Looker or other data mining tools


  • Finance/business analyst or statistics background


  • Experience with Salesforce an asset


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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