Data Analyst

Mars•Edmonton, AB

16d•Hybrid

About The Position

Champion Petfoods is expanding and seeking a Data Analyst to join their growing company. Champion Petfoods is an award-winning pet food crafter with over 35 years of experience, known for its ORIJEN® and ACANA® brands in the global premium pet food industry. The company's purpose is to earn pet lover trust every day so pets thrive for a lifetime, with a focus on community partnership and environmental sustainability. They are looking for individuals passionate about personal and professional growth who want to contribute to their continued success. This role supports end-to-end supply chain operations by providing actionable insights across multiple functions and serving as the centralized resource for supply chain data and KPI governance. The ideal candidate is data-driven, detail-oriented, and thrives in a dynamic, cross-functional environment, using data to enhance operational efficiency and support the delivery of high-quality nutrition to pets worldwide. The position is based at their Corporate office in Edmonton (AB) or Nashville (TN) with a hybrid schedule requiring 3 days in-person.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Data Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
Experience in supply chain analytics or data analysis, preferably within the food or pet food industry.
Proficiency with data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, Python.
Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
Experience with data visualization platforms (preferably Power BI).
Strong analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively across teams.

Nice To Haves

Experience with advanced analytics techniques such as machine learning or predictive modeling preferred.
Experience in Generative AI development preferred.
Familiarity with Databricks preferred.
Understanding of E2E supply chain processes preferred.

Responsibilities

Analyze data across supply chain to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for process improvements
Identify supply chain performance gaps through data analysis, proactively engage with relevant stakeholders to understand root causes, and lead cross-functional efforts to develop and implement innovative solutions.
Develop and maintain real-time dashboards, data objects, and reports that track key supply chain metrics
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align analytics outputs with business needs
Communicate complex data insights clearly and effectively to stakeholders at all levels, enabling data-driven decision-making.
Assist in the deployment and continuous improvement of supply chain analytics tools and technologies