Vendor Data Analyst

Department: Finance
Employment Type: Full-Time
Requisition ID: 1644
Date Posted: April 2, 2026
Closing Date: April 9, 2026 or until filled

Job Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Accounts Payable the Vendor Data Analyst is responsible for identifying opportunities, analyzing, and evaluating information, and implementing solutions for vendor reporting, processes, and control deficiencies. The role will be relied upon to be the data and process expert for Vendor Master Data in Finance.  Collaboration with internal and external clients to continually evaluate efficiency opportunities and make enhancement recommendations. The Vendor Data Analyst will own the processes and documentation for vendor master data, while validating accuracy and controls. Maintaining standards and consistency while adhering to policies and procedures will be paramount.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for UFA’s vendor master data which includes the creation, analysis and maintenance of data records as well as developing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and processes to ensure vendor master data integrity is maintained by all business users.
• Responsible for researching, testing, planning, facilitating meetings, documenting, and implementing new or improved processes related to vendor creation and maintenance.
• Training and mentoring staff to ensure that new processes are fully understood and adhered to.
• Develop/maintain a portfolio of documentation for all processes, control areas, and reporting that exists or is developed for vendor master data.
• Gathering potential stakeholders and leading discussions to redefine existing processes that are inefficient. This requires the ability to analyze potential inefficiencies and propose new solutions while obtaining stakeholder buy-in to prompt change.
• Providing support to audit teams both internal and external to respond to audit concerns in an efficient and reliable manner.
• Providing support and analysis to other departments within UFA relating to vendor master data processes, controls, and reporting.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary diploma in Business Administration with 5+ years of experience in a data management or analyst role, or bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with 3+ years’ relevant experience in a data management or analyst role.
• Strong knowledge in MS Office, with an emphasis on Excel and Access.
• Experience in report designing and data analytics through Excel, Access and Power BI.
• Proven strong analytical skills.
• Experience in the ERP environment of SAP and D365 experience will be considered a strong asset.
• Knowledge of implementing robotic process automation will be an asset.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, a continuous improvement mindset and demonstrated analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Complex problem solving & critical thinking skills.
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail.

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UFA is one of Canada’s largest and most progressive agricultural co-operatives. We’re a multi-billion-dollar organization that offers the products, services, and support our 127,000+ members need to build, grow and succeed. While our roots will always be in agriculture, we’re proud to support the industries and communities that drive Western Canada’s economy. We need your skills, expertise and ideas to help us keep growing.

• A Business with a Purpose - Join a member-owned co-operative with a mission that matters: improving the well-being of our members, helping them feed the world, and enabling investment in local communities.
• Recognized and Rewarded for Your Performance - At UFA, success is shared. You’ll own your work and be recognized for both individual and organizational results.
• Work-Life Success - We prioritize safety, respect your time, and offer flexible options and comprehensive benefits to support your life inside and outside of work.
• We Help Each Other Grow - Our collaborative culture fosters growth through hands-on experience, mentorship, training, educational support, and diverse career paths.

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At UFA, we care about our employees and what makes them unique. We strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes employees from diverse backgrounds, where everyone can do their best work. If you require accommodation during the application or selection process, please contact careers@ufa.com.

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