Data Science :: Product Data Analyst

We’re looking for a creative, self-motivated Data Product Analyst to power the analytics behind our Revenue Growth Management strategy. Join us and help build the analytical tools that shape pricing, promotions, and commercial strategy at Maple Leaf Foods. You’ll design and deliver data products using Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, SQL, M Script, DAX, and more—turning complex data into actionable insights and improved business processes.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by February 26. Compensation: $69,000 - $104,000 CAD base pay annually plus annual short-term incentive Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

Integrate data from multiple sources, prepare standardized files, and troubleshoot issues to ensure accurate, timely updates.

Develop Fabric Data Models: Build and maintain Microsoft Fabric models to streamline data integration. Define ETL using Power Query/M and SQL, work with Business Analytics team to create semantic layers.

Enhance Dashboards and Interfaces: Develop self-service tools to improve integration, usability and efficiency of data sources. Collaborate with end users to simplify navigation, optimize performance, and incorporate guided analytics features that enable faster, more confident decision-making.

Advance Commercial Analytics: Expand analytical capabilities by creating reusable data volume causal decomposition and promotional return on investment. Apply advanced analytics and Python-based techniques for forecasting and anomaly detection, translating insights into actionable recommendations.

Ensure Data Quality and Governance: Partner with the Business Analytics team to maintain clean, governed data and accurate hierarchies. Implement checks, alerts, and reconciliation routines, and contribute to governance policies to ensure consistency across datasets, models, and reports.

Technical Skills

Expert-level skills in Microsoft Excel, Power Query, and Power BI for data analysis and visualization.

Proficiency in Microsoft Fabric for data integration, analytics, and reporting.

Strong programming abilities in SQL, M-Script, and DAX for data modeling and automation.

Bonus: Proficiency in Python for advanced analytics and automation.

Post-secondary degree in Statistics, Business Analytics, Data Science, Economics, Mathematics or related technical disciplines, MSc preferred but not required.

Preferred: Data analytics certificate or degree (Statistics, Business Analytics, Data Science, Economics, Mathematics, or related technical discipline).

Commercial Skills

Strong commercial acumen with awareness of P&L drivers.

Experience with NIQ data and methodologies.

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.

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.

About Us: 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. 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 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. 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. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

High Performance

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; 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; 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.

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.