We are seeking a Senior Data Analyst to lead complex analytics initiatives that support the division's analytics ndigital transformation strategy. This role will provide technical leadership for reporting modernization efforts, drive adoption of Power BI and modern data platforms, and help shape the organization's emerging digital twin, AI and agentic capabilities.
The successful candidate combines strong technical expertise with business acumen and serves as a trusted advisor to stakeholders and leaders across the division.
· Lead migration strategy/execution of reporting assets from legacy to modern reporting platforms.
· Design scalable reporting architectures, semantic models, automation, analytics and AI solutions.
· Partner with business leaders to define analytics roadmaps and priorities.
· Identify opportunities to leverage AI agents, automation, and advanced analytics to improve business processes.
· Establish reporting standards, governance practices, and development best practices.
· Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and approaches that support organizational transformation.
· Collaborate with IT, business stakeholders, and external partners on enterprise data initiatives.
· Translate business strategy into actionable analytics programs and deliver measurable business value.
· Bachelor's degree in Analytics, Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field.
· 5+ years of experience delivering enterprise analytics and business intelligence solutions.
· Advanced expertise in Power BI, SQL, data modeling, engineering, and/or visualization design.
· Demonstrated experience leading complex analytics projects.
· Strong stakeholder management and business consulting skills.
· Experience with data governance, semantic modeling, and enterprise reporting platforms.
· Experience with Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Services, AI technologies, or automation platforms highly desirable.
· Proven ability to mentor and influence others.
J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) is a diverse family owned company with operations in Canada and the United States. Since 1882 our focus has been on providing quality products and superior service to customers around the world. Our head offices are in Saint John and Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada. J.D. Irving, Limited is made up of a diverse group of companies in various business segments:
Forestry & Forest Products
Transportation
Shipbuilding & Industrial Marine
Retail & Distribution
Industrial Equipment, Construction Services & Building Materials
Specialty Printing
Consumer Packaged Goods
Food Processing
At J.D. Irving, Limited our core values form the foundation of our company’s story and how we operate on a daily basis. J.D. Irving, Limited is committed to growing leaders and providing them with challenging and rewarding career opportunities. With a focus on creating an aligned and engaged workforce across various industries, JDI offers both internal and external competency based development tailored to individual needs. Our external partners are recognized as world-class, assisting us in creating one of the best leadership pipelines in the country. We partner with some of the top educational and training development schools in Canada who are considered to be "leaders in developing leaders".
