Job Description

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Sobeys is full of exciting opportunities, and we are looking for top talent to join our team! We have a 12-month contract position for a Project Business Systems Analyst.



The Business Systems Analyst will play a vital role in the successful implementation of Dayforce. This specialist will bring a unique combination of technical expertise and subject matter knowledge in Total Rewards (Pensions/Benefits/Compensation) to support the deployment of the new technology. Collaborating with the project implementation teams, they will ensure the system's seamless integration, gather business and system requirements, and promote the adoption of best practices in solution delivery and design.

Here's where you'll be focusing:

Project Support: Work closely with the Manager, Total Rewards Systems and the Implementation Lead to facilitate the smooth implementation of Dayforce. Provide expert guidance on system capabilities, configurations, data infrastructure and integrations with existing systems. Understand industry best practices and apply this knowledge to optimize systems functionality Business & System requirements: Collaborate with Total Rewards SMEs to gather and document comprehensive business and system requirements. Translate these requirements into actionable plans and solutions Technical expertise: Provide technical expertise to ensure Dayforce meets the organization's needs. Troubleshoot technical issues, conduct system testing, and work with the implementation team to ensure optimal system functionality Integrations: Work closely with IT project teams to manage effective integrations with third-party vendors as well as other internal systems. Ensure seamless data flow between Dayforce and other external/internal systems, maintaining data accuracy and system reliability Vendor Collaboration: Collaborate with Project SME's and third-party vendors to understand their APIs, data structures, and integration requirements. Collaborate with Total Rewards Directors to support the management of vendor agreements, ensuring that integrations are executed effectively Data Mapping and Transformation: Create data maps and transformation processes to ensure data consistency and integrity when transferring information between the Dayforce and external systems. This includes data validation, cleansing, and enrichment as needed System Testing: Collaborate with Total Rewards testing Lead and SMEs to develop test scripts, plans, scenarios and cases to ensure system functions correctly. Participate in system testing and provide feedback for necessary adjustments Issue Resolution: Act a primary point of contact for technical issues, integrations, and testing during each phase of the project. Troubleshoot problems, provide solutions and escalate complete issues when necessary Change Management & Transition Planning: Partner with Project Leads to create transition plans for current and future workflows and integrations. Assist in developing change management activities before, during and after cutover Experience and knowledge of Dayforce implementation is strongly preferred

What you have to offer:

Undergraduate degree in related discipline Minimum of 3-5 years of experience with HRIS implementation, configuration, and integrations Strong technical skills with HRIS software, data management, and integration. Experience and knowledge of Dayforce software implementation is strongly preferred Proven track record in gathering business and system requirements and translating them into effective solutions Excellent communication skills with the ability to work with cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholders Strong project management and organizational skills Subject matter expertise in Total Rewards, HR processes and best practices Familiarity with relevant Total Rewards compliance and regulations Certification in HRIS or relevant technical certifications is a plus Extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing integrations between HRIS and third-party systems Strong understanding of APIs, data formats, and data transformation processes Familiarity with integration tools and platforms Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve integration-related issues Knowledge of security and compliance considerations in data integration Change management and training experience is a plus Proficiency in data analysis and reporting

Who we are:

We started in a small town in Nova Scotia but we are now in communities of all sizes across this great country. With over 1,600 stores in all 10 provinces, you may know us as Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods, Lawtons Drug Stores or another of our great banners but we are all one extended family.



Our family of 128,000 employees and franchise affiliates share a collective passion for delivering exceptional shopping experiences and amazing food to all our customers. Our mission is to nurture the things that make life better - great experiences, families, communities, and our employees. We are a family nurturing families.



Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) is fuelled by our purpose and values. It shapes our culture and drives business success. As a family nurturing families, we embed DE&I into everything we do. We know that it takes open minds and respect for distinct perspectives to create engaging workplaces, inclusive customer experiences and strong community partnerships. We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process and will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of this process.

What we offer:

Our Total Rewards package is designed to help our teammates thrive--physically, financially, and emotionally. While offerings vary by role and employment type (full-time, part-time, contractual), eligible teammates may receive:



Comprehensive Benefits Package with health and dental coverage, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability insurance. Access to Virtual Health Care and an Employee and Family Assistance Program for personalized support. Retirement and Savings Plan to help you build financial security. 10% In-Store Discount at participating banners, plus additional discount programs. Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP), giving you the opportunity to invest in the company's success. Learning and Development Resources to support your career growth. Parental Leave Top-Up to assist growing families. Paid Vacation and Days Off to help you recharge.

Sobeys is committed to providing a compensation structure that is flexible, equitable and competitive in the market to enable performance and growth. To learn more about this opportunity--including expected range of compensation in accordance with Pay Transparency Legislation where required --please click the "I'm interested" button above. Individual Compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity within the range provided.



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To drive our commitment to team collaboration and the overall success of our office culture we require our teammates to have the ability to adhere to a hybrid work model that requires your presence at one of our office locations at least three days per week.



If you feel that this describes the kind of work you want to do and you are excited about what Sobeys has to offer, then please apply by the posting end date indicated above. We encourage candidates to submit a resume and take the time to ensure that their application highlights what makes them uniquely qualified for this opportunity!