Senior Manager, Supply Chain Analytics

Job summary

The Senior Manager, Supply Chain Analytics will lead an enterprise-level analytics function to drive data-informed decision-making across planning, logistics, and warehousing. This role is responsible for establishing analytics governance, building high-performing teams, and developing executive-ready dashboards to optimize supply chain performance.

Job details

WHO WE ARE Becoming experts on beer doesn't happen overnight - we've been in business since 1927 and today, The Beer Store is the primary distribution and sales channel for beer in Ontario and is owned by 28+ Ontario-based brewers! Through our Retail Stores, Distribution Centres, Draught Services, Customer Experience Centre, and our Corporate Office, we form one large team that is passionate about the beer business. The Beer Store is proud to foster a respectful and inclusive culture that expands and leverages the diverse talents, experiences, and perspectives of our team members to deliver exceptional service for our customers. We continue to be successful by working together, respecting each other, having a positive attitude and by trying new and innovative ideas. Not only are we knowledgeable, passionate, and loyal ambassadors for beer, we’re also health and safety advocates, environmental champions, DEIB enthusiasts and we give proudly back to our communities. THE ROLE We are currently searching for a Senior Manager, Supply Chain Analytics, reporting to the Senior Director, Supply Chain. This vacancy is a full-time, permanent opportunity. The Sr. Manager, Supply Chain Analytics is responsible for developing and leading an enterprise-level analytics capability that enables data-driven decision-making across the end-to-end supply chain. This role provides strategic insight across planning, logistics, transportation, warehousing, and inventory through advanced analytics, reporting, and forecasting. The role will establish analytics governance, data standards, and performance measurement frameworks while partnering cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement, cost optimization, and service excellence across The Beer Store (TBS) and Brewers Distributor Ltd. (BDL). A critical focus will be building scalable analytical tools, talent, and platforms that support both operational execution and long-term supply chain strategy. LOCATION Our Corporate Office is currently located in Bolton, ON. We offer a hybrid work model requiring a minimum of three in-office days per week and on an as-needed basis depending on the role and function. As part of our continued growth, we are relocating our Corporate Office to Milton, ON with a planned entry at the end of 2027. Employees in this role will be expected to work from the Milton location once the transition is complete. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING * Lead the end‑to‑end Supply Chain Analytics function, setting strategic direction, governance, and priorities across Planning, Delivery, Warehousing, Fleet Management, CAPEX, and Finance * Build, coach, and develop a high‑performing analytics team, strengthening analytical capability, business acumen, and cross‑functional partnership * Establish enterprise analytics standards, data definitions, and best practices to ensure consistency, accuracy, and credibility of insights across the organization * Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, leveraging data‑driven insights to influence strategy, operational decisions, and long‑range planning * Design and govern enterprise‑level supply chain KPIs spanning service, cost, productivity, inventory, asset utilization, and financial performance * Develop and maintain executive‑ready dashboards and reporting using Power BI and related tools to support operational reviews, S&OP/IBP, and management decision‑making * Lead performance deep‑dives and root‑cause analysis across Planning, Delivery, Warehousing, and Fleet to identify risks and improvement opportunities * Partner closely with Finance to align operational metrics with financial outcomes, enabling cost visibility, forecast accuracy, and budget accountability * Deliver advanced analytical models, scenario analysis, and forecasting to support capacity planning, network optimization, inventory strategy, and service trade‑off decisions * Develop cost‑to‑serve, productivity, and efficiency analytics across warehousing, delivery, and fleet operations to drive value‑based decision‑making * Support CAPEX planning through robust business cases, ROI analysis, and investment prioritization for fleet, warehousing, systems, and automation initiatives * Partner with IT to enhance data architecture, integration, automation, and self‑service analytics, while promoting continuous improvement and embedding analytics into day‑to‑day workflows * Perform other related duties and projects as assigned WHO YOU ARE - YOUR KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE EDUCATION * Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Data Analytics, Statistics, Business or a related field * Post-graduate degree in Analytics, Supply Chain, Business, or related discipline preferred * Professional certifications (APICS CPIM/CSCP, Lean Six Sigma, PMP, or analytics certifications) preferred EXPERIENCE * 10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain analytics, planning, or performance management within a complex, multi-site organization (retail, CPG, beverage preferred) * 5+ years of experience building, managing and leading analytics teams, including both data analyst and engineers * Proven success designing and implementing KPI frameworks, dashboards, and management reporting across supply chain functions * Hands-on experience leveraging ERP and platforms such as SAP; data lake or cloud platforms an asset * Strong background translating data into actionable insights that drive operational and financial results * Experience collaborating with cross functional teams (i.e. IT, Finance, and Operations) on data governance, systems integration, and process improvement. * Established ability to align and influence senior leadership groups both internally and externally SKILLS * Deep understanding of supply chain performance drivers, trade-offs, and cost-to-serve analytics * Expertise in KPI design, forecasting, scenario modeling, and root cause analysis * Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, SQL and data visualization best practices * Ability to influence, lead change, and drive adoption of analytics tools and insights * Highly collaborative, results-oriented leader comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment COMPENSATION Salary range? Yup, we’ve got one: $107,000–$133,700 CAD per year. But here’s the real deal - if you’re the perfect brew of experience, skills, and personality, we’re open to exploring beyond the range. Tell us what you’re working with, and let’s pour over it together WHAT WE OFFER Our success as an organization is a result of our commitment to our greatest strength…our people! We believe that any opportunity we can provide to help further your career growth and development is an investment in not only your individual success, but our overall success as a business. We work to recognize you in meaningful ways including a competitive compensation, incentive pay, a flex health benefits program, employee & family assistance program, defined pension plan with company matching, recognition programs, tuition reimbursement program, generous paid time off, employee special offers, and a casual dress and work environment. *Benefits and perks are dependent upon role and status and are subject to change at the sole discretion of the company. Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to providing a respectful and empowering workplace that values our greatest resource, our people. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging are essential components of our culture that empower us to meet the needs of our employees, customers and communities. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds including racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and any other characteristic. We’re an equal opportunity employer and provide employment accommodation in accordance with provincial legislation. If contacted for an employment opportunity or testing, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. We genuinely thank you for your interest in this opportunity with us. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The Senior Manager, Supply Chain Analytics will lead an enterprise-level analytics function to drive data-informed decision-making across planning, logistics, and warehousing. This role is responsible for establishing analytics governance, building high-performing teams, and developing executive-ready dashboards to optimize supply chain performance.

Requirements

Candidates must have over 10 years of progressive experience in supply chain analytics and at least 5 years of leadership experience in a complex, multi-site organization. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required, with a preference for post-graduate education and professional certifications such as APICS or Lean Six Sigma.

Benefits

• Flex health benefits program • Employee & family assistance program • Defined pension plan with company matching • Recognition programs • Tuition reimbursement program • Generous paid time off • Employee special offers • Casual dress and work environment

Listed skills

• Data visualization · Preferred
• Power BI · Preferred
• Change Management · Preferred
• SQL · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Root Cause Analysis · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred
• Forecasting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Supply chain analytics
• Data-driven decision making
• KPI design
• Forecasting
• Scenario modeling
• Root cause analysis
• Power BI
• SQL
• Microsoft Excel
• Data visualization
• Strategic planning
• Change management
• Cross-functional leadership
• Financial performance analysis
• Process improvement
• Data Lakes
• Sales and Operations Planning
• Influencing Skills
• Influencing Without Authority
• Management Reporting
• Supply Chain
• Accountability
• Workflow Management
• Time Off Management
• Cost To Serve
• Advanced Analytics
• Positivity
• Advocacy
• Planning
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Enterprise Analytics
• Data Analysis
• Automation
• Business Acumen
• Dashboard
• Management
• Capacity Planning
• Certified in Planning and Inventory Management
• Customer Service
• Continuous Improvement Process
• APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional
• Data Architecture
• Data Governance
• Data Visualization
• Performance Management
• Finance
• Equities
• Sales
• Governance
• Leadership

Job areas

• Data & Analytics
• Logistics
• Management & Leadership
• Food & Beverage
• Technology
• Supply Chain Analytics Manager
• Supply Chain Manager
• Supply, Distribution and Related Managers
• Supply Chain Managers
• Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers