Sr. IT Analyst - Plant Maintenance & Procurement

The Opportunity

IT Senior Analyst in the SAP Procurement and Plant Maintenance areas with a focus on Procurement, Asset Reliability, MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Operations) Inventory Management and. The position will work in collaboration with business stakeholders such as the Corporate Purchasing and corporate Asset Reliability Group teams as well as Information Solution teams to support procurement, MRO, plant maintenance activities and projects. Opportunity to work in fast paced environment with a strong focus on innovation and new technologies to realize the corporate business strategy. The analyst will have the opportunity to develop a deep understanding of business processes, implement new processes within SAP S/4HANA, deploy SAP to new facilities and work closely with end users. The working environment will be a mix of local office, remote and travel onsite to facilities.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by June 23. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Reason for vacancy: Existing Headcount

Compensation: $77,000 - $112,000 CAD base pay annually plus annual short-term incentive

The above compensation reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. The base salary offered may vary based on a variety of factors including skills, experience, education, training, job- related knowledge, and other organizational requirements. For part-time roles, salaries are adjusted according to scheduled hours. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible to participate in Maple Leaf’s annual short-term incentive plan.

Snapshot Of a Day-in-the-Life

• Responsible for delivery and execution of projects and initiatives related to applications within the Procurement, MRO, Plant Maintenance and areas
• Participate in innovative projects related to process automation, FIORI transformation, AI, mobility, predictive analytics.
• Support of SAP business processes by participating in workshops, creating functional specifications, performing system configuration, change management, developing and executing test cases, providing training, end user support and resolving tickets
• Develop and maintain project documentation, configuration documentation, standard operating procedures, and other documentation as required during and post system change implementation
• Participate in facility / site deployments and on-site visits with attention toward in-depth understanding of business unit requirements, challenges and issues
• Provide end user training and support onsite at facilities and remotely
• Provision for after-hours emergency support in the event of a priority one incident
• Opportunities to work on other areas such as Food Safety and Quality, Product Development and Sustainability.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience with SAP FIORI and Business Analytics (SAP BI tools, Microsoft PowerBI) is an asset
• Experience with SAP Purchasing (Direct, Indirect) and Plant Maintenance and modules and business processes is preferred (CPG environment is an asset)
• Must have excellent communication skills with both IS and non-technical resources
• Participation in or experience leading workshops, defining business process flow, gathering/documenting business requirements, testing and go-live support
• Strong time management and multitasking abilities
• Proven ability to work in collaborative team environments as well as independently
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Quick learner and strong desire to learn new business processes and solutions
• Passionate for new technologies and innovation

Education

• Engineering or similar bachelor’s degree preferred

What We Offer At Maple Leaf Foods

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf, Schneiders, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co. We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

We’re a global food company with approximately 10,000 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at

Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.