Intermediate IT Business Analyst, Retail

The Intermediate Business Analyst is responsible for discovering, synthesizing, and analyzing information from a variety of sources within an enterprise, including tools, processes, documentation, and stakeholders. Furthermore, they are responsible for eliciting and documenting the actual needs of stakeholders to determine underlying issues and causes. They enable more complex change in an enterprise by defining needs and recommending solutions that deliver value to stakeholders with consideration of business implications of the application of technology to the current business environment. They also play a role in aligning the designed and delivered solutions with the needs of stakeholders with an in-depth understanding of applicable business systems, process capabilities, industry requirements, and digital trends. They can recommend and lead delivery of complex solutions that enable the organization to achieve its goals. They can guide and advise less-experienced Business Analysts.

This position requires a full-time on-site presence.

Salary Range: $61,000 to $85,500

Understand customer demand versus IT supply

Build relationships with all key stakeholders

Performs complex requirements elicitation & documentation supported by a Business Analysis Plan

Develop test cases and manage testing lifecycle from planning to execution

Document business processes

Understand the overall JDI IT project methodology (BA)

Understand capability of analytics tools and enable business to act from analytical insight

Manage integrity, confidentiality and security of data to support business goals

Collaborate with design and architecture ensuring business needs are properly met

Translate business process model to technical realization

Understands the current and future business needs

Education Required: University degree or College diploma in related discipline

3+ years work experience in a business environment (preferably IT)

Strong understanding of retail business processes and how technology supports operational efficiency across stores and distribution centers

Able to work in a fast-paced work environment

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization

Works well independently and collaboratively

Executive presence and the confidence to present recommendations, challenge assumptions constructively, and help guide decision-making

Prefer to have

Experience supporting supply chain and/or procurement

Familiarity with enterprise supply chain or ERP platforms (e.g., D365 F&O)

Experience with demand planning, forecasting, replenishment or assortment tools and processes

Experience with warehouse management processes and systems

Experience with of order management, replenishment and inventory control processes and systems

Familiarity with retail POS or in-store commerce platforms (e.g., D365)

Exposure to mobile or handheld technologies used in retail environments

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.