Pharmacy Insights & Analytics Analyst, Co-op

At Shoppers Drug Mart, we’re innovating health and wellness in Canada. From prescriptions to walk-in clinics, and a beloved loyalty program, we’re caring and supporting our customers in new ways every day. With more than 1,300 locally owned and operated stores from coast to coast, the Shoppers Drug Mart network is more than a great place to shop, it’s a great place to work. We’re committed to building our talented team who champion collaboration, kindness and inclusivity. Join our team, and help recognize a healthy future for your career and for all Canadians.

Why this role is important?

Work Term

Term Length: 12 months

Term Start: May 5, 2025

Term End: May 8, 2026

As of October 15, 2024, Loblaw has adopted the following Hybrid working model (a combination of working between the office and remotely). Colleagues will continue working remotely up to 1 day a week while spending the other 4 days in the office (to be determined by each business unit).

Overview

Reporting directly to the Sr. Manager, Pharmacy Insights & Analytics, the incumbent is responsible to develop models, analyses and insights around initiatives impacting the retail pharmacy sector. The incumbent will also identify opportunities to optimize reporting processes, drive insights from both quantitative and qualitative information available and conduct impact analyses to provide support to stores, internal departments and management teams.

What you will do:

• Provide insights and recommendations through research, analysis, and reporting
• Source, cleanup and consolidate data from multiple sources and extrapolate appropriate information to identify and evaluate potential opportunities
• Liaise with various teams over various banners (Shoppers Drug Mart, Loblaw) to develop and implement various initiatives
• Advance team capabilities and efficiency through:
• Introducing new analytical techniques
• Automating key reports
• Perform other regular and ad-hoc analyses to facilitate operational and strategic decisions

What you will need:

• Currently enrolled as a post-secondary student at a Canadian institution in Business, Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering and/or Health Sciences or equivalent program
• Strong familiarity with MS Office software (including Excel and PowerPoint)
• Strong team collaboration, communication, and presentation skills
• Excellent time management, analytical, and organizational skills
• Knowledge and/or experience with SQL Teradata, Python, SAS and/or other programming languages
• Knowledge of Business Intelligence platforms such as Power BI, MicroStrategy, Looker and/or other platforms would be an asset

Why work at Shoppers Drug Mart?

Acting as consultants, supporting internal customers and the Associate-Owners, you will get experience unique to the retail industry while working for an award-winning national brand. Benefit from a competitive pay program and online learning through Academy. Take ownership of your work and find more ways to care about your work, co-workers, customers and community.

How You’ll Succeed:

At Shoppers Drug Mart Inc., we seek great people to continually strengthen our culture. We believe great people model our values, are authentic, build trust and make connections.

If that sounds like you, and you are open-minded, responsive to change and up to the challenges provided in a fast-paced retail environment, apply today.

Employment Type: Full time

Type of Role: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. 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.