Business Analyst

Location: Mississauga, ON (On-site, 5 days per week)
Language: Strong English communication required, both written and spoken. Punjabi, Hindi, or Urdu are considered assets
Background Check Requirement: Criminal and reference checks required

About the Opportunity

This is more than a reporting role. You will step into a newly created position where your insights directly influence business strategy, sales direction, and operational efficiency. Working within a fast-paced commercial environment, you will dig into complex datasets to uncover opportunities for margin improvement, revenue growth, and smarter decision-making.

You will collaborate closely with teams across sales, accounts receivable, IT, and procurement while owning the analytics function end-to-end. This is an opportunity to act as a subject matter expert, bringing clarity to data and helping teams understand where to focus, what to improve, and how to drive meaningful results.

What’s In It for You

• A newly created role with autonomy to shape processes and build systems from the ground up
• A collaborative, cross-functional environment where your insights drive real business outcomes
• A workplace that values innovation, curiosity, and continuous improvement
• Exposure to leadership and the ability to directly influence sales and operational strategy

Your Responsibilities

• You will analyze complex datasets to uncover trends, performance gaps, and opportunities for revenue and margin growth
• You will transform reporting into actionable insights, guiding sales teams on where to focus their efforts
• You will build and refine data frameworks, improving accuracy, efficiency, and scalability
• You will leverage AI tools and automation to modernize reporting and enable real-time decision-making
• You will collaborate cross-functionally to align financial insights with operational execution
• You will improve KPIs and performance tracking to measure business success and forecast future trends

Skills and Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in an analytical or business analysis role, in the retail space is required
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Advanced Excel skills, including Power Query and Power Pivot, with strong data visualization experience
• Experience using AI tools or advanced analytics to generate insights and support decision-making
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate data into clear, actionable recommendations
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to present insights to non-technical stakeholders

Note from the Hiring Manager

"We are looking for someone who is curious, proactive, and not afraid to challenge the status quo through insights. If you enjoy digging into data and telling a story that drives action, you will thrive in this role."

Why Partner with Altis

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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.