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Overview
It’s an exciting time to be at OSL Retail Services, working for a people focused company that’s at the top of its game. The momentum we’ve generated in recent years with our commitments to client customers, innovation, business results, and an entrepreneurial spirit has created energy, enthusiasm, and engagement among our employees that is pushing us to new heights. And we’re on the lookout for talented people who share our vision and values and want to join us in this journey. At OSL, our culture is our foundation. Passionate employees, great customer service and long-term relationships are all built upon that foundation. We value people, passion, honesty, respect, and integrity.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Director of Analytics to lead our analytical efforts in the dynamic and fast-paced Fashion and Retail industry. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in analytics, a deep understanding of Point of Sale (POS), Ecommerce, and Wholesale operations, and a proven track record of driving data-driven decision-making within a fashion and retail context. As the Director of Analytics, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our data strategy, optimizing business processes, and fostering a culture of informed decision-making working with renowned brands like Reebok, Ted Baker, Brooks Brothers, and Lucky Brands.
Key Responsibilities:

• Data Insights and Reporting: Oversee the creation of actionable, relevant, and timely reports and dashboards that deliver insights into sales trends, customer behaviors, inventory management, and other key performance indicators. Identify opportunities for business growth and process optimization based on data-driven insights.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Merchandising, Ecommerce, Operations, and Finance to understand business needs, provide insights, and recommend data-driven solutions. Translate complex analytics concepts into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.
• Leadership and Team Management: Build and lead a high-performing analytics team, providing mentorship and guidance to analysts and data scientists. Foster a collaborative and innovative environment that encourages continuous learning and development.
• Advanced Analytics: Drive the application of advanced analytics techniques, such as predictive modeling, segmentation, and machine learning, to derive deeper insights into customer preferences, demand forecasting, and inventory optimization.
• Data Governance and Quality: Develop and maintain data governance policies and practices to ensure data integrity, accuracy, and compliance with relevant regulations with internal Data Governance team. Implement measures to continuously improve data quality across all systems.
• Performance Measurement: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for various business functions. Monitor and report on the effectiveness of data initiatives and analytics projects to measure their impact on business outcomes.
• Technology and Tools: Stay updated on the latest analytics tools and technologies. A through understanding of OSL analytics platform is required to ensure data accuracy, security, and scalability.
• Data Strategy and Vision: Develop and execute a comprehensive data analytics strategy that aligns with the company's overall objectives and growth targets. Identify opportunities to leverage data to drive innovation and enhance operational efficiency across Point of Sale, Ecommerce, and Wholesale channels.

Qualifications:

• Experience in leading and managing teams, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented culture.
• Familiarity with machine learning techniques and their applications in retail analytics is a plus.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with a demonstrated ability to identify business opportunities from data insights.
• Strong expertise in data analysis, statistical modeling, and data visualization tools (e.g., Python, R, SQL, Tableau, Power BI, Domo, etc.).
• Solid understanding of retail and fashion-specific KPIs, metrics, and operational processes.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in a senior analytics role within the Fashion and Retail industry, with a focus on Point of Sale, Ecommerce, and Wholesale operations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Analytics, Data Science, Economics, Mathematics, or related disciplines).

If you are a forward-thinking analytics leader with a passion for leveraging data to drive growth and innovation in the Fashion and Retail industry, we encourage you to apply. Join us in shaping the future of our company through data-driven decision-making.
What’s in it for you:

• Comprehensive benefits
• Vacation plus additional flex days
• Competitive base salary plus bonuses and other perks
• Training and development opportunities to grow your career with one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies
• A supportive workplace culture and work environment

If this sounds like you and you’re excited to be a member of our team, please apply now.
We thank all interested applicants; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted. This position requires the successful completion of a criminal background check.
Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
OSL is committed to an inclusive workplace that does not discriminate against race, nationality, religion, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity. We believe in diversity and encourage any qualified individual to apply. We are an EEOC Employer.