Senior Analyst, Corporate Governance and Strategy

Simons House was founded in 1840 by John Simons in Quebec. Originally a dry goods store, the family business is now synonymous with accessible and inspired fashion. Everything is done to cultivate creativity and build quality relationships with customers, employees, and partners. The company is concerned about the environment and the communities where it operates.

Simons is recognized as a fashion authority with its unique shopping concept. Exclusive collections, emerging local and national brands, as well as pieces from international designers, are offered under one roof, through distinct universes.

Evolving in a stimulating and constantly changing environment, the Senior Analyst, Corporate Governance and Strategy plays a key role in supporting decision-making bodies by producing strategic analyses, transforming data into valuable information, and contributing to the development of the organization's governance practices.

Reporting to the Chief, Corporate Strategy and Governance, the Senior Analyst acts as a business partner to the various functions of the company to ensure an integrated vision of strategic priorities, their implementation, and follow-up.

If you enjoy understanding business issues, solving complex problems, influencing decisions, and having a concrete impact on an evolving organization, this role is for you. You will evolve at the heart of the organization's strategic priorities and contribute to transforming complex data into informed recommendations to support the company's major orientations and the execution of our growth strategy.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development, implementation, and follow-up of the strategic plan, priority initiatives, and organizational performance indicators.
• Produce strategic analyses to illuminate decision-making and identify the main levers for creating value.
• Support the follow-up of the progress of strategic initiatives, including resource allocation, dependency management, execution risks, and achievement of results.
• Prepare files for the executive and governance bodies, including executive dashboards, strategic presentations, analysis reports, and recommendations.
• Conduct cross-functional analyses in collaboration with the different sectors of the organization to support the consistency of decisions and the achievement of business priorities.
• Conduct strategic intelligence on market trends, best practices, emerging risks, and development opportunities.
• Participate in the evolution of governance frameworks, processes, and practices to promote effective decision-making and organizational alignment.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of analysis tools, methods, and strategic performance tracking mechanisms.

Profile Required

• Hold a bachelor's degree in administration, finance, economics, actuarial science, or any other relevant discipline.
• Possess 7 to 10 years of experience in functions related to strategy, governance, strategic planning, consulting, or business analysis. A master's degree, particularly an MBA, is an asset.
• Demonstrate a strong interest in the retail industry; experience in the fashion industry is an asset.
• Exhibit excellent business judgment and a strong ability to synthesize complex information to support decision-making.
• Possess strong analytical skills and be able to transform quantitative and qualitative data into concrete recommendations.
• Demonstrate excellent ability to design clear, structured, and impactful executive presentations for the top management.
• Exhibit rigor, autonomy, initiative, and a strong sense of organization in managing multiple files simultaneously.
• Stand out for your ability to positively influence, collaborate with different stakeholders, and establish credible business relationships.
• Master analysis and presentation tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI) as well as artificial intelligence tools, and leverage technological advancements to enhance analytical capabilities, optimize processes, and produce high-quality deliverables.
• Master French and English, both orally and in writing, to effectively collaborate with French and English-speaking partners and work with English systems, tools, and documentation.

Benefits

• Telemedicine service and employee and family assistance program.
• Collective insurance plan and REER, with employer contribution.
• Up to 40% discount on purchases at Simons.
• Bright and comfortable break areas.
• Complete fitness room with locker rooms and physiotherapy service.
• Cafeteria service offering a varied and affordable menu.

At Simons, people are at the heart of everything we do. We pay particular attention to the well-being of our employees and their families, highlighting the important moments that mark their journey, whether it's service anniversaries or significant milestones in their lives.

Creativity, a sense of community, and respect are an integral part of our DNA. We offer each and every one the opportunity to build a career in their own image, whether in our stores, at our headquarters, or at our Quebec Campus. Proud to recognize the contribution of our teams, we offer competitive working conditions and a complete and evolving range of benefits. We also promote flexibility and a welcoming, inclusive, and caring work environment where everyone can thrive fully.

Seize the opportunity to join a passionate team and contribute to a company that places people at the heart of its priorities.