Programming Analyst - Jobs in Winnipeg, MB

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Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.Location:101 Weston Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3E 2T4At Loblaw, we help millions of Canadians get through their best days, worst days, celebration days, and every day. Through our innovation and quality products, we’re here for our friends, neighbours, family members and colleagues.We succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us.We’re looking for adaptable people who are thrilled to join us in our goal of helping Canadians Live Life Well®. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong. We promote leaders at every level and support our people to follow their passion.Loblaw focuses on getting better every day and putting the customer first, creating a fast-paced work environment with constant change. We are making changes to help business drive costs out of the business by having relentless efficiencies, building capacity, continuously improve our service model and deliver a world class customer service to the business units we support. We are committed to our colleagues and customers and work hard to create a culture that allows us to be our authentic selves while working as a team.Reporting to the Manager, EBS Technology Hub, the Programming Analyst will be responsible for helping colleagues and other business functional areas in the organization improve and simplify time consuming repetitive manual tasks, suggest, and implement best practice solution in process improvements automation. This role will be exposed to different technology software’s and applications like Microsoft Power Platform, Power Apps, Power BI, Power Queries Python, SQL, Teradata, SAP Graphical User Interface Scripting, MicroStrategy, Visual Basic, and VBA Excel Macros.Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Develop high quality code that meets specifications and technical standards. Write, modify, integrate and test software codes.

• Work as part of the development team to design and implement software applications. Maintain existing system programs by making modification as required.

• Identify, communicate technical problems in the process and provide solutions.

• Prepare job aids (manuals) and other documentations required to support the program.

• Follow-up and update the business units we support with regards to the project status and ETA

• Initiate and manage all meetings with stake holder and understand the business requirement / business process

• Data analysis by understanding on how to handle source data coming out from various systems platforms (e.g. SAP, SQL, Teradata, MicroStrategy, Excel File, Text File etc.)

• Creation and support of Excel VBA Macros, Python scripts, SAP GUI scripting, Power Apps, Power BI, Power query, SQL query.

• Work with special projects as required.
• Strong work ethic and a team player. Handle confidential information with utmost discretion.
• Assist other colleague from other business units resolve their program technical issue.

The candidate must possess the following:

• Post-secondary education in Information Technology, Computer Science or Business or equivalent program and related work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of previous applicable industry experience, or a combination of education and experience.
• Proficient in Python programming/scripting, Visual Basic, VBA Excel Macro, Power Apps, Power BI, Power Query and SQL Query.
• Advanced experience with Microsoft Power Platform. Power Apps, Power BI, Microsoft Excel VBA Macros, and other applications / tools available within office 365 suites.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills; committed to meeting deadlines and targets.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work well independently as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to implement required process improvement or transition new work into the team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with keen attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Flexible and able to adapt to change in a positive manner.
• Ability to converse comfortably with business partners.

Loblaw is committed to sustainability by sourcing products with integrity and making a positive difference in the community. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.Employment Type:Full timeType of Role:RegularWe have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.Please Note:Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.Quick Apply

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