Operational Analyst, Co-op Student

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Conduct analyses of operational and financial data to pinpoint cost drivers, trends, and opportunities for efficiency across various operations.

• Execute comparative and trend analyses, including period-over-period and cross-site evaluations, to identify performance gaps and anomalies.

• Assess labor productivity metrics and establish productivity benchmarks and performance models.

• Aid in the analysis of revenue, costs, and overall performance across different sites or service lines.

• Link operational activities to financial results and convert data into actionable business insights.

• Transform productivity enhancements into cost savings and margin improvements, including their impact on EBITDA.

• Collaborate with the Finance team to understand P&L drivers and assist in pricing and commercial estimations using productivity benchmarks.

• Develop and sustain reporting tools, dashboards, and trackers.

• Standardize key metrics and reporting methodologies across datasets and business sectors.

• Enhance data quality, structure, and usability.

• Utilize advanced Excel and analytics tools to model operational and labor performance.

• Implement generative AI tools to improve the generation of insights.

• Convert analyses into actionable recommendations that boost operational efficiency and cost performance.

• Aid in process improvements, pilot initiatives, and outcome tracking.

• Work with Operations and Finance teams to validate insights and support implementation processes.

• Present insights to operational and executive audiences as an analytical partner to Operations leaders.

⛳️ Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a program related to Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Data/Analytics, or similar fields.

• Must be a college or university student, planning to resume academic studies following the completion of the co-op work term.

• Background or coursework in financial or operational analysis.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Advanced skills in Excel, Power BI, or dashboarding are preferred.

• Comfortable working with extensive datasets and operational reports.

• Proven capability to leverage AI for data analysis.

• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

• SQL or data querying experience is a plus.

• Interest in hospitality, logistics, or multi-site operations is a plus.

• Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP platforms is advantageous.

• Familiarity with OneStream or similar corporate performance management software is beneficial.

• Availability to work standard 40-hour weekdays.

🏝️ Benefits

• Benefits coverage begins on your first day.

• Job security as the company is experiencing growth.

• An equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity and inclusion.

• Special needs accommodations are available at all stages of the application process upon request.