Business advisor

3 weeks ago

Anjou, Canada Intact Full time

Our employees are at the heart of what we do best: helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. When you join our team, youâre bringing this purpose to life alongside a passionate community of experts.  

Feel empowered to learn and grow while being valued for who you areâ here, diversity is a strength. You have our commitment to support you in reaching your goals with tools, opportunities, and flexibility. Itâs our employee promise. 

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Read on to see how you can shape the future, win as a team, and grow with us.

About the role

We are looking for a Business advisor to join our growing Operational Excellence and Projects team. Reporting directly to the Manager Operational Excellence and Projects, he/she will have a significant impact on process improvements for Direct Distribution. You will be expected to collaborate with various business units and will be responsible for discovering, defining, analyzing and implementing solutions for transforming processes. In addition, you will have the chance to present the result of your work to senior members of the management team.

Our operational excellence initiatives are divided into three major areas:

  • The redesign and innovation of the operating model,
  • Improvement and automation of business processes,
  • The continued efficiency of our processes.


PLACE OF WORK:

  • Montreal (7101 Jean-Talon St Est, Anjou, QC H1M 3T6)
  • Ottawa (1111 Prince of Wales Drive, Suite 200, Ottawa, ON K2C 3T2)
  • St John's (10 Factory Lane, St John's, NF, A1C 6H5)
  • Quebec City (5700 des Galeries Blvd., Suite 700, Quebec City, QC, G2K 2H6)

What you'll accomplish with us:

Take on an advisory role and generate initiatives that drive organizational effectiveness

  • Carrying out diagnostics and formulating operational and technological recommendations ;
  • Continuous process improvement;
  • Analyze and measure the efficiency of processes;
  • Define and share best practices;
  • Implement and control;

Assume an advisory role and implement the project management methodology;

  • Coordinate the realization of the case analysis with the different teams involved (budget, costs, risks and stakeholders);
  • Develop the governance structure;
  • Plan and coordinate activities and resources;
  • Develop and monitor the risk mitigation plan;
  • Monitor project timelines and progress;
  • Build, control and monitor project indicators;

What you'll put to good use:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 3-5 years of experience in operational efficiency projects with multidisciplinary and national teams;
  • Very good expertise in Excel, Word and Power Point office software;
  • Knowledge of analytical methodology (e.g. Lean Six Sigma) (Asset)
  • Analytical and synthesis skills; mathematical mind;
  • Very good communication and oral and written presentation skills;
  • Ability to listen;
  • Autonomy and initiative;
  • Concern for quality of service;
  • Organizational skills;
  • Tact and diplomacy;
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Bilingualism (English and French): "Need to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking clients and colleagues across the country"
  • No Canadian work experience required, but need to have authorization to work in Canada.

What we offer

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

  • A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

  • An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

  • An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

  • Flexible work arrangements

  • Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

  • An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

  • Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

  • A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

  • Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

  • Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

  • A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive, accessible workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and heard.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. Weâll work with you to meet your needs.

Click here to review other important information about the hiring process, including background checks, internal candidates, and eligibility to work in Canada.

If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Contact People.

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