Category Analyst – 12 Month Contract

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At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth‑driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Overview

As an Analyst, you will support the Insights and Strategy Director in driving profitable category growth for Saputo and our customers. The Category Analyst role requires a team‑oriented, analytical, and insights‑curious individual to help the team achieve strategic goals.

Responsibilities

• Proactively deliver market, competitive and consumer insights by analyzing and synthesizing data from multiple sources (syndicated data, consumer research, retailer POS, etc.)
• Conduct Issues & Opportunity analysis and provide actionable recommendations
• Champion consumer and category insights and distill key messages through story‑telling to various stakeholders within the organization
• Support the Insights and Strategy Director in developing commercial strategies through superior knowledge of consumer, market and shopper dynamics
• Contribute to channel development by identifying relevant trends and business opportunities that support customer and company objectives
• Develop planograms for optimal assortment and best‑in‑class merchandising
• Demonstrate a high level of credibility and standards of accuracy
• Become a category expert and take ownership of multiple projects to deliver against corporate KPIs and tight timelines
• Support and maintain standards of Saputo Canada Dairy Products G.P. quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree. Business preferred
• Minimum 3 years of analytic experience within the CPG industry. Foodservice experience is an asset
• Advanced knowledge of syndicated data (Nielsen, Retailer POS systems)
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office and capable of learning new programs quickly
• Strong multi‑tasker who can work independently and in a team environment
• Quick learner and problem solver who can adapt to a changing marketplace
• Driven and inquisitive individual who proactively anticipates needs and takes initiative to support the business
• Solid business acumen and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Effective analytic story‑telling through presentation of insights in a clear, coherent and compelling format
• Space planning knowledge is an asset

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• A hybrid work environment with the possibility to work from home 2 days a week
• Advantageous corporate agreements
• Group insurance benefits
• Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution
• Group RRSP
• Health and wellness program in the workplace
• Assistance program for employees and their families
• Saputo products at a discounted price

Salary Range

$66,960 to $87,890

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Marketing and Sales

Industries

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family. Saputo is an equal opportunity employer.