Position Summary:

Reporting to the Manager, Forecast & Replenishment, this position is responsible for the preparation and management of reports, creation of forecasts, pro-active and ad hoc analysis, and maintenance of data repositories.  The Business Analyst, Retail Supply Chain role will work closely with all elements of the Agribusiness team including: procurement and replenishment, freight and logistics, distribution center, and analysis team, in addition to interfacing with the Agribusiness Retail Merchandising and Store Operations teams. 

Key Accountabilities:

• Responsible for compiling data, analyzing performance, identifying problems and developing recommendations to improve efficiencies;
• Report on and monitor key performance indicators and provide support to leaders in achieving operational and financial targets;
• Oversee, Maintain, and Create data repositories (either in existing IT solutions, or MS Office products) to enable the efficient and effective distribution of information;
• Provide detailed analysis and recommendations to guide strategic decisions and resolve issues;
• Collaborate and coordinate data, reporting and initiatives across organizational business units;
• Identify standard reports and prepare standard operating procedures for production of those reports;
• Other duties as assigned by the Manager, Forecast & Replenishment;
• Some travel required to farm stores.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree or diploma is required.  
• Completion of procurement or supply chain management courses or working towards a professional supply chain designation (PMAC, CPP, SCMP, CCLP, PLOG, etc.) is an asset
• Expert Level Microsoft Excel and Access skills
• Strong business acumen, including experience working in a customer centric division or role
• 5+ Year of Progressive Experience
• 3+ Years working with an advanced ERP system, SAP/MS Dynamics experience preferred
• Power BI knowledge is an asset
• Finance and accounting knowledge is an asset

Application Instructions:

External Applications:  Please send your cover letter and resume to careers@ufa.com and quote the posting number in the subject line.

Internal Applications: Please email your resumes and Complete Form – Application For In-House Position, posting number, and forward to careers@ufa.com.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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About UFA:

UFA Co-operative Limited is an Alberta-based agricultural co-operative with more than 120,000 member-owners. Founded in 1909, UFA's network comprises more than 111 bulk fuel and Petroleum Cardlock locations, 34 Farm & Ranch Supply stores and a support office located in Calgary. Independent Petroleum agents and more than 950 employees provide products, services and agricultural solutions to farmers, ranchers, members, consumers and commercial customers in Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan.