\r\n\r\nJob ID: R2000585861 \r\n \r\n\r\nJob Description:\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nAt 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. \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nWe are looking for a Senior Manager, Strategy & Business Development with a strong background in strategy and exceptional analytical, problem-solving as well as strong communication skills. The ideal candidate further has a proven track record of leading important projects and of building effective relationships with people at varying levels of complex organizations.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nIf you are a self-driven individual with exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, strong communication and interpersonal skills to proactively engage and build relationships across varying levels of the organization, we look forward to receiving your application. \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nWhat you’ll do:\r\n\r\n\r\n\tDrive the development and evaluation of compelling strategic plans and high-priority projects for the operating businesses, from analysis, research, financial to operational modeling and presentations.\r\n\tAct as internal consultant and advisor for various operating businesses and initiatives.\r\n\tCommunicate succinctly and confidently any analyses and project findings to senior business professionals.\r\n\tInteract effectively with internal business managers and partners across the group of companies, building strong relationships with peers across the enterprise.\r\n\tWork with cross-functional teams to execute on project plans and drive projects to completion. Manage stakeholder communications and relationships as well as project timelines.\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nWhat you’ll bring:\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nThe ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong Strategy skillset, given their primary responsibilities will be to direct strategy work. An ideal candidate will also have personal attributes such as the confidence and credibility to interact with senior-level business leaders, being self-directed and organized, and showing up authentically.\r\n\r\n\r\n\tBachelor’s Degree or higher in relevant field (e.g., business, economics, finance) from a top-tier university. \r\n\t5-8 years of relevant experience in Strategy and Business Development, ideally at a top-tier consulting firm, or in Corporate Strategy/Corporate Development at a leading Canadian retail company.\r\n\tStrong financial/business acumen applied to our core businesses with a good understanding of Retail, Food or Consumer Goods. \r\n\tDemonstrated ability to multitask and time-manage to deliver across a variety of priorities. \r\n\tCreative problem-solving skills to tackle complex projects and deal with unstructured problems. \r\n\tDemonstrated ability to build effective and trustful relationships across varying levels in complex matrix organizations.\r\n\tExcellent communication skills to help distill key message for senior audiences (including the C-suite and Boards), verbally and in writing.\r\n\tStrong willingness to learn and ability to be flexible, self-directed, and organized in a dynamic, fast-paced team environment.\r\n\t Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, especially PowerPoint and Excel.\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nOur commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. 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, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nIf you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.\r\n \r\n\r\nWe have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. \r\n \r\n \r\n\r\nPlease Note:\r\nCandidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.\r\n
