Canadian Tire Corporation — one of Canada's most admired retail companies — is looking for a

Forecasting Analyst

to join their team in

Toronto, Ontario . This is a role at the core of the business, sitting at the intersection of data, strategy, and retail operations, with a direct impact on the company's financial health and product availability nationwide.

In this position, you'll be building

product-level demand forecasts

for regular, promotional, and seasonal activities across an assigned business category. You'll draw on historical data, market intelligence, and tools like

JDA Software

to guide inventory and shipment planning — work that keeps Canadian Tire's shelves stocked and its business moving forward.

About the Role: Forecasting Analyst The

Forecasting Analyst

is responsible for developing and maintaining accurate forecasts for both consumer and dealer (store) demand within a specific product category. You'll monitor how actual demand stacks up against your forecast, identify variances, and take corrective action to keep sales, inventory, and shipment targets on track. Success in this role is measured by continuous improvement in

forecast error and bias reduction , as well as improvement in store service levels.

Collaboration is central to this role. You'll work closely with

Category Business Managers ,

Category Business Planners ,

Marketing Promotional Planners ,

Replenishment Analysts , and a

Forecasting Manager

— making your ability to communicate clearly and build relationships across teams just as important as your analytical skills.

Perks and Salary Canadian Tire offers a

broadband salary range of $53,000 – $88,000 ,



with a typical hiring range between

$53,000 and $70,000 . Final compensation depends on your experience, internal equity, industry benchmarks, and role-specific requirements. Beyond base pay, employees receive

comprehensive benefits and retirement programs , performance incentives, continuing education programs, career growth opportunities, and product discounts. The enhanced flex benefits package includes

mental health benefits of $5,000 per year

for eligible employees and their families, along with well-being tools and resources. Canadian Tire Profit Sharing is also available to eligible employees.

Job Details Job Type: Full-Time

Company: Canadian Tire

Location: Toronto, ON

Requisition ID: JR132785

Date Posted: September 8, 2026

Pay: $53,000 – $88,000 per year (typical hiring range: $53,000 – $70,000)

Responsibilities Day to day, the

Forecasting Analyst

uses a blend of data tools, product knowledge, and cross-functional collaboration to keep demand forecasts accurate and inventory plans aligned with business targets. These responsibilities touch everything from routine monitoring to strategic planning across short and long-term horizons.

Create product-level forecasts

for regular, promotional, and seasonal activities using

JDA Software





and other in-house tools

Monitor demand variances

against forecast and formulate corrective actions to ensure organizational targets are met

Manage short and long-term aggregate forecasts

in line with financial targets across the assigned business category

Collaborate cross-functionally

with Category Business Managers, Category Business Planners, Marketing Promotional Planners, Replenishment Analysts, and the Forecasting Manager

Drive continuous improvement

in forecast error and bias reduction, and improvements in store service levels

Leverage historical data , product knowledge, and market and competitive data to inform demand planning decisions

Requirements / Skills This role suits an analytically minded professional who is comfortable working with large datasets, communicating insights to a variety of stakeholders, and operating in a fast-paced retail environment. Canadian Tire values people who can turn data into actionable recommendations and build strong working relationships across teams.

Undergraduate degree

in Business, Economics, Commerce, Mathematics, or Engineering is preferred

Experience in forecasting, merchandising, marketing, or retail

is considered a strong asset

Intermediate to advanced Excel skills

with the ability to use analytics to produce meaningful insights and recommendations

Strong interpersonal skills

with the ability to influence and build relationships across multiple stakeholder groups

Clear written and verbal communication skills

to effectively convey findings and recommendations

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