Business Analyst & Programs

Position: Business Analyst & Programs

Department: Sales

Location: Chilliwack, BC

Wage: $18.25–$22.00/hour

About Rainbow Greenhouses

Rainbow Greenhouses supplies national retailers and independent growers across North America with year-round live goods. With over 5 million sq. ft. of greenhouse space in BC and Alberta, we operate advanced, resource-efficient growing systems powered by skilled, hands-on teams. Our workforce scales seasonally from 500 to 1,000+ employees across multiple provinces. At Rainbow, we grow plants, people, and partnerships with long-term success in mind.

About the Opportunity

The Business Analyst & Programs Intern or Co-op is a Sales department internship focused on driving measurable business value through a dedicated optimization project. Working closely with the Sales team, this intern will lead a project that addresses a real business opportunity - from initial audit through final recommendations - gaining hands-on exposure to retail program analysis, margin modeling, and executive-level presentation of results.

What You'll Do

Audit and categorize SKU performance across an assigned retail program

Build a contribution margin model to assess true SKU-level profitability

Identify and surface hidden costs not currently reflected in pricing

Present rationalization recommendations with supporting analysis

Transition into additional analytical projects upon completion

Primary Internship Project

Interns will lead a business optimization project that addresses a real Sales department opportunity. Projects will be scoped to deliver actionable recommendations and measurable business value.

Example Projects

Assortment Optimization by Customer Segment

SKU Rationalization and Contribution Margin Analysis

Hidden Cost Identification and Pricing Analysis

Budget vs. Actual Sales Forecasting Review

Deliverables

Project Charter

Mid-Term Progress Review

Final Analysis Report

Executive Presentation

Recommendations and Implementation Plan

How We'll Measure Success

Project milestones completed on schedule

Quality and accuracy of analysis

Completion of final presentation and recommendations

Stakeholder feedback

Quality of project documentation and handoff package

What You Bring

Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree/diploma in Business, Commerce, Finance, Economics, or a related field

Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with comfort working in Excel

Ability to structure and interpret data to support clear, actionable recommendations

Curiosity and initiative to dig into a problem and see it through to a solution

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presenting to stakeholders

Ability to manage a project independently while meeting milestones and deadlines

Comfort working cross-functionally with Sales and other departments

What We Offer

Competitive wages that reflect your experience and the work you bring

Hands-on ownership of a real business project, from analysis through executive presentation

Mentorship and exposure to the Sales department and broader business

A workplace that's a little greener than most - literally

A team that takes pride in what they grow - plants and people

Our Values – GRIT

At Rainbow Greenhouses, we believe in GRIT – our shared values of Go for it, Rise to the challenge, Improve every day, and Tackle it together. Our team members bring these values to life through consistency, teamwork, and pride in their craft.

Apply Today

If you're an analytical thinker looking to make a real business impact through hands-on project ownership, we welcome your application. At Rainbow Greenhouses, we grow more than plants - we grow people.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We invest in our people and provide the support employees need to succeed and grow with us.