Senior, Retail & Shopper Analyst.

Who we are

Gildan is a leading manufacturer of everyday basic apparel, with a strong portfolio of brands, including Gildan®, Hanes®, Comfort Colors®, American Apparel®, ALLPRO™, GOLDTOE®, Peds®, Bali®, Playtex®, Maidenform®, Bonds®, as well as Champion® which is under an exclusive licensing agreement for the printwear channel in the U.S. and Canada.

Gildan owns and operates vertically integrated, large-scale manufacturing facilities which are primarily located in Central America, the Caribbean, North America, and Asia. Gildan operates with a strong commitment to industry-leading labour, environmental and governance practices throughout its supply chain in accordance with its comprehensive ESG program embedded in Gildan's long-term business strategy. Together with our global team of dedicated employees, Gildan is united in its vision of Making Apparel Better®. Discover the full scale of Gildan and prepare to be surprised at gildancorp.com.

The opportunity

Are you ready to take your career to the next level, using data to drive critical business decisions in the retail space? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where your insights have a direct impact on business success? If you're a skilled analyst with a passion for shopper and retail insights, we want you on our team!

Step into a role as a Senior Retail & Shopper Analyst!

At Gildan / Hanesbrands Inc., we’re transforming the way we drive business impact and value with our retail partners. As a Senior Analyst of Retail & Shopper Analytics, you’ll be at the heart of this, working closely with our retail, category management, and merchandising teams to unlock key insights that will fuel business growth. Your work will shape how we approach retail strategy, shopper behavior, and merchandizing best practices.

The role 

• Strategic Business Acumen and Analysis: Develop and maintain an understanding of HBI’s business strategies, objectives, and competitive landscape. Shape strategy and execution for our sales and retail partners. Identify critical business challenges and opportunities, proposing innovative solutions that drive growth, efficiency, and profitability.
• Data Analysis: Conduct analyses to identify shopper and retail trends to build channel strategy, assortment, and sales stories. Utilize analytical tools and techniques to extract actionable insights from data and support sales and customer priorities.
• Collaboration with Data Science: Regularly review and analyze business performance to identify areas for improvement and propose high impact initiatives across shopper, shelf, and promotion programs. Collaborate with data analysts to implement new tools and solutions.
• Business Communication: Translate data into insights and business-focused actions and effectively communicate decision support narratives. Build strong relationships with business stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for business initiatives.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work cross-functionally across the organization, including sales, marketing, finance, operations, and product development, to be the voice of customer. Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay at the forefront of industry trends and best practices in analytics, seeking opportunities to enhance HBI’s analytical capabilities and drive innovation. Promote a culture of continuous learning and improvement
• Ad Hoc Analysis: Conduct ad hoc analysis as needed to support special projects and initiatives.

The requirements 

Education Required

• University Degree 

Experience Required 

• At least 5 years of experience

Key Competencies

• 5+ years of experience in a category management, sales analytics, sales planning,  business analytics, or similar role, with a track record of conducting advanced data analysis.
• Strong Excel skills with the ability to derive strategic insights from large data sets.
• Proficient with Nielsen or Circana Point of Sale and Panel data.
• Proficiency with retailer data platforms is a big plus, i.e. Scintilla/Luminate, Partners Online, etc..
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
• Experience in data analysis tools and programming languages such as SQL.
• Strong understanding of statistical and analytical techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

What’s in it for you?

• Join a publicly traded company dual-listed on NYSE and TSX with great potential
• Be part of a workplace where meaningful connections and teamwork are celebrated
• From local to international, be ready to work alongside a diverse group of colleagues
• Benefit from mentorship and continuous development opportunities
• Take advantage of our attractive benefits packages

We want to get to know you better! Please include your transferrable skills and unique experience in your application to help us learn more about you.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Find your fit with us

We are committed to ensuring that everyone, across every background and identity, feels respected, supported, and able to thrive. Come as you are and #FindYourFit at Gildan. Tailor the future of your own career.