Job Description

Embark on a rewarding career with Sobeys Inc., celebrated among Canada’s Top 100 employers where your unique contributions drive success.

Sobeys is full of exciting opportunities, and we are always looking for bright new talent to join our team! We currently have a full time opportunity for a Specialist Data Analytics and Capacity Planning. This role is based out of our offices located in Mississauga; ON, Stellarton, NS; Calgary, AB.
Ready to Make an impact?
Sobeys is full of exciting opportunities, and we are always looking for bright new talent to join our team! We are looking for a driven and detail-oriented Specialist Data Analytics & Capacity Planning on the Supply Chain Network Evolution to support the analysis and reporting required for the execution of strategic projects that expand, optimize, or improve our physical network—such as distribution centers, transportation hubs, and fulfillment nodes.
In this role, you’ll work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and external partners to analyze data, develop models, track project milestones, and ensure initiatives align with long-term business goals. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong analytical and project coordination skills who is passionate about driving supply chain innovation and growth.

Here’s where you’ll be focusing:
• Support the planning and execution of network development projects (e.g., facility openings/closures, geographic expansions, capacity studies, transportation redesigns).
• Analyze supply chain, logistics, and operational data to assess current network performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Build and maintain reporting, models and tools to evaluate scenarios involving cost, service levels, lead times, and capacity.
• Track key project metrics, timelines, and deliverables using project management tools.
• Assist in preparing business cases, ROI analyses, and presentations for leadership and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with teams across logistics, real estate, engineering, finance, and IT to gather requirements and execute initiatives.
• Conduct market and geographic analysis to support network expansion or consolidation decisions.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date documentation of project plans, process flows, and stakeholder communications.
What you have to offer:
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Analytics, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, or a related field and 5 years of related experience
• One to 3 years of experience in project analysis and management, supply chain planning, or logistics support
• Strong proficiency in analytics, reporting and workflow tools (SQL, Tableau, Power BI, Alteryx, Snowflake, UI Path, Palentir Foundry, Databricks, Mongo)
• Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking abilities, and continuous improvement mindset
• Solid understanding of supply chain fundamentals and network strategy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, bilingual (English and French) is an asset
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

#LI-Hybrid

Who we are
Sobeys is one of Canada’s leading grocery retailers, with more than 1,600 stores across all 10 provinces and banners including Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods, and Lawtons Drug Stores. Our 128,000 teammates and franchise affiliates are passionate about delivering great food and exceptional experiences to our customers and communities.
Learn more about our story and culture:
Who We Are | Why Work With Us
Total Rewards
We offer a Total Rewards package designed to support teammates at work and in life. Depending on role and eligibility, teammates may receive health and dental benefits, retirement and savings programs including an Employee Share Ownership Plan, a 10% in-store discount at participating banners, virtual healthcare and an Employee and Family Assistance Program, learning and development opportunities, parental leave top-up, and paid vacation.
Sobeys is committed to providing a compensation structure that is flexible, equitable and competitive in the market to enable performance and growth. To learn more about this opportunity including the expected range of compensation in accordance with Pay Transparency Legislation where required please click the “I’m interested” or "Apply" button above. Individual compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity within the range provided.
Additional Information
External websites may share our organization's job postings which includes compensation information based on similar roles and market benchmarks. These figures are provided for general comparison purposes only and are not issued or verified by our organization.
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support efficiencies in the candidate screening, assessment, and recruitment processes. These AI tools do not make hiring decisions on behalf of the Company. Hiring decisions are made by our Hiring Teams.
Sobeys is committed to creating accessible and inclusive hiring processes. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.
Please note: Successful candidates will be required to provide documentation to prove their legal ability to work in the position during the onboarding process. Documentation will be assessed by the employer prior to commencement of work.