Senior Data Scientist

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.

As a Senior Data Scientist on the Merchandise Analytics team, you will play a pivotal role in leveraging our extensive PC Optimum data to drive strategic merchandising and customer targeting initiatives. You will lead a small, dedicated team, focusing primarily on customer loyalty while also gaining exposure to diverse areas within Retail and Merchandising. This is an exciting opportunity to translate complex customer data into actionable insights that deliver tangible value to our customers and drive incremental purchases.

Who You Are:
You are an experienced leader with a proven track record of guiding projects from inception to completion. You excel at transforming customer data into impactful 1:1 decision-making strategies. Technically, you are proficient in SQL and Python, and ideally have experience with cloud environments, particularly Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or similar.

What You’ll Do:

Strategic Partnership:  Collaborate with various business units across Merchandising and Loyalty, including Targeting, Pricing, Promotion, Assortment, and Customer Insights.

Campaign Management:  Design, deploy, and meticulously maintain targeted campaigns aimed at enhancing customer value and driving incremental sales.

Performance Measurement:  Analyze campaign results, derive key insights, and provide data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement.

Innovation & Best Practices:  Stay abreast of the latest data and software development approaches, implementing best practices to ensure cutting-edge solutions.

Compliance & Data Integrity:  Uphold strict adherence to legal and compliance guidelines, safeguarding sensitive and confidential customer information.

What You’ll Bring :

Education:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in an analytical field such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Engineering, or a related discipline.

Experience:

5+ years of progressive experience in quantitative analysis roles, with demonstrated results.

Technical

Skills:

Strong proficiency in SQL and Python. Exposure to cloud environments is essential, with GCP experience preferred.

Data Expertise:  Proven experience working with large datasets and advanced analytical tools.

Core Competencies:

Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Strong storytelling skills, capable of translating complex data into clear, compelling narratives.

Proactive initiative and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.

Meticulous attention to detail.

At Loblaw, we respect the environment, source products with integrity and make a positive difference in the community. 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.

Loblaw recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization.

Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.

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