Senior Advisor, HR Systems & People Analytics

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Montréal, QC, CAN
Hybrid
Senior level
Fashion • Retail • Wearables
The Role
Lead HR systems and people analytics initiatives: centralize and standardize HR data, build dashboards and reports (Power BI/Excel), improve data quality and governance, support implementations and testing, and provide analytics-driven recommendations to People & Culture leaders.
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Company Description

We’re RCL - Reitmans Canada Limited. We’ve been part of the fabric of Canada’s fashion landscape since 1926, and today, we’re elevating our iconic brands – Reitmans, RW&CO, and PENN. Penningtons – more than ever before.

Our vision is to empower Canadians to live confidently, and our mission is to create collections of uncompromising style and quality for all. 

With close to 400 stores nationwide and collections designed right here at home, in Canada, we offer an exceptional customer experience. What drives us? A clear vision, unwavering commitment to our customers, and the passion of our thousands of employees across the country.

Job Description

Join Our People & Culture Team

At Reitmans (Canada) Limited (RCL), our People & Culture team is focused on creating exceptional employee experiences through innovative programs, technology, and data-driven decision-making. We're looking for a Senior Advisor, HR Systems & People Analytics to help shape the future of our HR technology and analytics capabilities.

In this role, you'll combine your expertise in HR systems, process improvement, and people analytics to optimize our HR platforms, strengthen data quality, and deliver insights that support better business decisions. You'll work closely with stakeholders across People & Culture, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, and the broader business to improve how HR data, systems, and processes work together.

What You'll Do

  • Lead initiatives to optimize, centralize, and standardize HR systems, processes, data, and reporting across the organization.
  • Partner with stakeholders to identify business needs, improve the employee and user experience, and increase adoption of HR technologies.
  • Build and maintain dashboards, reports, and analytics that provide insights into workforce planning, recruitment, learning, retention, organizational effectiveness, and other key people metrics.
  • Analyze workforce and HR data to identify trends, opportunities, and recommendations that support strategic decision-making.
  • Support HR data governance by improving data quality, consistency, documentation, and reporting standards across multiple HR platforms.
  • Translate business requirements into practical system enhancements, process improvements, and clear documentation.
  • Support system implementations, upgrades, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives across HR technologies.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to People & Culture leaders by providing meaningful insights and recommendations based on workforce data.

Qualifications

What You'll Bring

  • 5 +years of experience in HR systems, HRIS, people analytics, HR operations, workforce analytics, or a similar role.
  • Strong understanding of HR systems and the employee lifecycle, including HRIS, applicant tracking systems, onboarding, learning management systems, performance management, compensation, and engagement platforms.
  • Experience supporting HR technology optimization, process improvement, system implementations, testing, documentation, and user adoption.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Power BI; experience with SQL, HR reporting tools, data integration, or workflow automation is considered an asset.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Information Systems, Analytics, Statistics, Economics, or a related discipline.
  • Bilingual in English and French, both written and spoken, with the ability to collaborate effectively with teams and business partners across Canada.

Additional Information

What Sets Us Apart:

  • Ultimate Flexibility*: Enjoy a hybrid work environment that ensures the perfect balance between work and personal life.
  • Well-Being First: Access a comprehensive benefits program designed to take care of you.
  • Flexible Time Off*: Paid leave, sick days, and vacation time to recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.
  • Exclusive Discounts*: Enjoy 50% off regular-priced items from PENN. Penningtons, Reitmans, and RW&CO.
  • Referral Rewards*: Refer your professional network and earn a bonus for helping us grow our talented team
  • Growth opportunities*: Annual bonuses, career advancement, and tuition reimbursement to help you reach your professional goals.

*Certain conditions apply

Total rewards are aligned with your employment status, offering different perks depending on whether you're full-time, part-time, or under contract.

Reitmans (Canada) Limited is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace where everyone belongs. If you are contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise us of any accommodation required throughout the recruitment process. All information provided will be kept confidential and used solely to support an accessible candidate's experience.

The use of Artificial Intelligence may be used for candidate screening purposes.

We thank all applicants. Only selected candidates will be contacted.

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Skills Required

  • 5+ years of experience in HR systems, HRIS, people analytics, HR operations, or workforce analytics
  • Strong understanding of HR systems and the employee lifecycle, including HRIS, applicant tracking systems, onboarding, learning management systems, performance management, compensation, and engagement platforms
  • Experience supporting HR technology optimization, process improvement, system implementations, testing, documentation, and user adoption
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Power BI
  • Experience with SQL, HR reporting tools, data integration, or workflow automation
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Information Systems, Analytics, Statistics, Economics, or a related discipline
  • Bilingual in English and French, both written and spoken
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The Company
HQ: Montreal, Quebec
3,002 Employees
Year Founded: 1926

What We Do

Why Reitmans (Canada) Limited At RCL (as we affectionately call ourselves), every moment of every day revolves around our customers and our love of fashion. We believe fashion empowers our customers to put their best foot forward when it matters the most. From the design table to the stores, we are always finding new ways to create memorable experiences, backed by a strong brand portfolio and powered by the most passionate people in the industry. We are proud of our almost one hundred years of history as Canada’s fashion retail icon, and we have a remarkable story to tell. Operating under three flagship brands – Reitmans, PENN. and RW&CO. – we thrive by demonstrating our passion for fashion. Our innovation and drive to constantly raise the bar on customer experience is complemented by our dedicated and talented team – our most important asset. Being RCL is all about caring for our people, working collaboratively and authentically, while inspiring performance. Our values come to life through the passionate people we hire, the charities we support and business relationships we create both in Canada and abroad. Come fashion your new career with us careers.smartrecruiters.com/ReitmansCanadaLteLtd/en

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