[ref. b72025302] Business Strategy Analyst

apartmentMaple Leaf Foods Inc. placeMississauga calendar_month 
Maple Leaf Foods announced that it will be separating into two independent public companies. The new Pork Company, Canada Packers, will be unleashed as a world leading organization producing sustainable meats. This will provide both businesses with a sharper focus to execute their own growth strategy and both are committed to best-in-class strategies.
Canada Packers will be a leader in sustainability produced, premium quality and value-added products. Canada Packers is building its team, and this is an exciting opportunity to join a premium company that is unlocking significant growth potential.
Our job is to make great food. Canada Packers will embrace Maple Leaf Foods strong values-based culture, where our people are deeply engaged in work that is purposeful, fast-paced, and challenging. We cultivate an open, non-bureaucratic and inclusive workplace that fosters safety and transparency, along with individual leadership and accountability.
Each team member has a voice and plays an active role in helping all of us achieve our goals with passion and discipline. We support one another to grow professionally, to learn new skills and to take on challenging experiences in the spirit of continuous improvement.
The Opportunity: As a Business Strategy Analyst, you will play a critical role devising and executing on strategic projects spanning the full breadth of the business. Reflective of the ever-evolving strategic landscape that we compete in, every project will be different.
The scope of your work will include designing strategic roadmaps to help keep us in front of exciting emerging market trends, identifying ways to reduce risk and drive efficiencies in our internal operations. Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by February 24.
Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration. Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life: Lead Cross Functional Projects: Translate our long-term vision and growth aspirations into actionable strategies by leading cross-functional projects and partnering with members of the senior leadership team.
Uncover Opportunities: Identify issues and evaluate opportunities using information gathered across the organization. Develop strategic roadmaps accordingly that will deliver financial, operational, and sustainability benefits. Identify Emerging Trends: Develop deep domain expertise across meat and plant protein businesses to identify emerging growth opportunities that complement our products, retail partners, customers, and keep us moving ahead of the industry.

Qualitative & Quantitative Analysis: Complete business analytics including primary and secondary data gathering, industry and competitor analysis, and financial modeling. Manage Our Stakeholders: Prepare presentation materials to summarize recommendations and action plans for key business issues supported by detailed business analytics including financial models and forecasts Build Robust Relationships: Build strong working relationships with cross functional teams to draw information and knowledge for successful strategy design and execution.

What Youll Bring: University degree in business administration or a STEM field Team player with strong communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to work in a fast paced, changing environment Ability to work independently and drive to solutions.

3 to 5 years of experience in Strategy / Product Management / finance are preferred. Demonstrated project management and / or financial experience. Action oriented with a proven ability to execute in a highly demanding environment Exceptional organizational abilities and time management skills Professional attitude and dedication to outstanding quality Ability to improve process by proactively seeking and implementing new opportunities Ability to understand stakeholder needs and meet those needs in a timely manner Superior analytical skills and the ability to quickly and efficiently evaluate large data sets using advanced techniques (pivot tables, data models, regression analysis) Strong communication skills and the ability to distill complexity into a simple data-driven argument.

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods: Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best. A hybrid work model that embraces remote work for eligible roles, helping team members achieve work-life balancecombining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful collaboration in the office setting.
Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment. Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, speaker series events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career. Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice. We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position. Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results.
Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team ataccommodations@mapleleaf.com. Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board.

Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team. #LI-Hybrid

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