HR Data Quality Assistant at Kent Building Supplies

Job Description

We’re seeking a detail-oriented HR Data Quality Assistant to support onboarding and HR data management. This role ensures a smooth experience for new hires and maintains data accuracy across systems.

The location will be flexible.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for new hires and store teams, providing guidance and support throughout the onboarding journey.
• Maintain and monitor employee data across HR systems, ensuring accuracy through regular audits and data cleanup.
• Design, generate, and distribute standard and ad hoc reports to support HR operations and decision-making.
• Assist with HR data governance, compliance reviews, and audit processes.
• Collaborate with HR Data Analysts, hiring managers, and trainers to deliver a consistent and engaging onboarding experience across all locations.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting tools to track HR metrics and onboarding effectiveness.
• Respond to data-related inquiries from internal stakeholders in a timely and professional manner.
• Monitor data flows between systems (e.g., Kronos, Absent Dashboard, HCM) and escalate discrepancies as needed.
• Provide administrative support for HR processes including onboarding and employee changes.
• Uphold confidentiality and security of sensitive employee information.
  
  

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and communication skills, with high attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with HCM or ORC systems is an asset. (including other management platforms)
• Proficient in Microsoft suite products, including Teams, Excel and Outlook.
• Familiarity with Power BI or Power Apps is a bonus.
• High School or Trade Certification/College Diploma
  
  

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

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.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. With 48 locations and an ecommerce website, our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior customer service and know-how, quality products, and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values. We employ over 3,700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. We focus on the development of our people and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative and the ARENA buying group which ensures our great product selection and pricing