Job Description

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued - as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well.



At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.


We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Analyst to join our Super Market Category and Merchandising Team. This entry-level position is primarily responsible for the management and maintenance of our ad match program across our superstore banners, ensuring competitive pricing and driving sales. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a solid foundation in financial principles, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for data-driven decision-making

Accountabilities:

Ad Match Execution

: Implement and maintain the ad match program across designated superstore banners, ensuring accurate and timely matching of competitor advertisements.

Data Analysis:

Analyze competitor pricing data, sales trends, and promotional activities to identify opportunities for optimization and improvement of the ad match program.

Pricing Recommendations:

Develop and present data-driven pricing recommendations to the Category Director and Merchants, supporting strategic pricing decisions.

Data Integrity:

Ensure the accuracy and integrity of pricing data within our systems, identifying and resolving any discrepancies.

Reporting & Monitoring

: Generate regular reports on ad match performance, tracking key metrics and identifying areas for improvement.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Collaborate effectively with other departments, including merchandising, marketing, and operations, to ensure alignment on pricing strategies.

Competitive Awareness

: Stay informed about competitor activities and market trends, providing insights to the pricing team.

Process Improvement:

Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the ad match program.

Ad-hoc Analysis

: Perform ad-hoc pricing and sales analysis as required to support business needs.

Role Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Basic understanding of financial principles and retail pricing concepts. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including data manipulation, formulas, and reporting). Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present data effectively. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing business needs.

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars - Environment, Sourcing and Community - and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values - Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence - guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits - these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada's Top Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Canada's Greenest Employers & Canada's Top Employers for Young People.


If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.



We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. 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.

Please Note

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Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.


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