Job Description

About the job

As the Analytics Manager, SIA at Danone Canada, you will be a key driver of data-driven decision-making and strategic insight activation. You will lead initiatives that enhance organizational analytical capabilities, ensure optimal use of NielsenIQ solutions, and foster a culture of insight-led growth. Your role will also include building analytical skills across teams through structured training programs, supporting Danone's corporate manifesto and B-Corp commitments.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Enablement of Decision-Making

+ Design and implement strategies to strengthen decision-making capabilities across the organization.
+ Champion the use of advanced analytics and insights to inform strategic choices.

Mastery and Deployment of NIQ Solutions

+ Act as the internal expert on NIQ's portfolio (Discover, MarketTrack, Homescan, etc.).
+ Ensure optimal integration of NIQ solutions with internal data sources to maximize business impact.
+ Drive adoption and ROI measurement of NIQ tools across functions.

Analytics Capability Building & Training

+ Develop and lead corporate analytics learning plans and training programs to elevate data literacy and analytical proficiency across all functions.
+ Create role-specific learning paths and monitor progress to ensure organizational readiness.

Deployment of New Analytical Solutions

+ Lead the implementation of new business intelligence and analytics solutions, ensuring stakeholder engagement and compliance.

Insight Activation & Storytelling

+ Translate complex data into actionable insights and compelling narratives for senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
+ Institutionalize best practices for insight-to-action routines.

Governance & Data Quality

+ Establish standards for data governance, quality, and comparability across NIQ and internal sources.
+ Ensure compliance with privacy and ethical data practices.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

+ Work closely with other functions to embed analytics into key business processes.
+ Act as a trusted advisor for strategic initiatives such as pricing, assortment optimization, and innovation sizing.

The annual base salary range for this position is $70,000 to $110,000 CAD. The final salary offered will be determined by factors such as relevant experience and qualifications, internal equity and external market conditions.





Danone Canada also offers a competitive short-term incentive bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, including group insurance, group retirement plans, wellbeing account, flexible time off, true hybrid work environment, paid parental leave, and other attractive options.





As part of our commitment to transparency in our hiring practices, we may use AI-enabled tools at certain stages of the recruitment process. However, all final hiring decisions are made by people.





This posting is for an existing vacancy.


About you
Bachelor's degree in Business, Analytics, or related field. Minimum 5 years in CPG industry or data science roles. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, visualization) and PowerPoint. Experience with NIQ platforms (Discover, MarketTrack, Homescan) and retailer POS data. PowerBI knowledge is an asset; familiarity with database management, VBA, and automation is a plus. Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to prioritize effectively. Excellent presentation and storytelling skills for senior stakeholders. Collaborative mindset and ability to influence cross-functional teams.
About us

Danone Canada is the largest B Corp certified company in the country, committed to meeting the highest standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency.





With head offices in Boucherville and Toronto, we bring together over 500 passionate employees around a common mission: To bring health through nutrition to as many people as possible. Year after year, Danone is recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for its forward-thinking work environment and has received the Women in Governance Parity certification for our commitment to gender equality in the workplace.





Our iconic brands include Activia, Oikos, Silk, International Delight, and many others.

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At Danone, we value diversity in all its forms and believe that an inclusive environment fosters innovation and collaboration. We encourage applications from everyone and offer accommodations upon request to support everyone's success.




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