Business Analyst, IT

Who we are

Gildan is leading the way in apparel manufacturing, with a strong portfolio of brands, including Gildan®, American Apparel®, Comfort Colors®, GOLDTOE®, and Peds®. We’ve spent the last four decades perfecting the art of respectful apparel making, and the last 20 years implementing sustainable initiatives throughout our business.

Founded in Canada, we now operate out of roughly 30 locations worldwide across 12 countries and sell our products in 60+ markets globally with $3 billion in sales. Together with more than 45,000 employees, we are united in our vision of Making Apparel Better®. Discover the full scale of Gildan and prepare to be surprised at gildancorp.com.

The opportunity

The Business Analyst, IT Applications main function is to perform support related tasks for the Distribution BA team. The Business Analyst, IT Applications will work closely with their IT Distribution BA colleagues to support business resources in the head office and global distribution centers. The mandate will include documenting, resolve production issues, participate in developing solutions, testing and implementing projects or initiatives.

The business analyst will be working under the supervision of the Sr. Manager, Applications under the VP, IT Global DevOps who is the link between users and the IT department.

This position has a strong IT aspect but is not limited only to IT projects; therefore, the selected candidate may also be involved, in a support role, in the reengineering or design of business processes.

The Role

Gather and analyze requirements from Distribution stakeholders to design and propose effective warehouse Management System solutions that align with business objectives.

Design and document Warehouse Management solutions, focusing on usability and optimization of Distribution processes.

Conduct thorough system testing to ensure functionality, accuracy, and efficiency prior to deployment.

Develop training materials and conduct training to the business of new functionalities

Provide ongoing support and maintenance for our Warehouse Management system, including troubleshooting issues and implementing updates.

Participate and collaborate with other IT teams and Business stakeholders in business initiatives and larger scale projects

Provide production support to all our Distribution Centers in general including participation in our on-call support schedule.

The Requirements

University degree: IT, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Logistics, or equivalent

2-5 years’ experience working in a distribution related environment and inventory control/ management is required combined with supply chain/logistics would be an added asset.

2-5 years’ experience with an ERP (JDE would be an asset)

2-5 years’ experience with a WMS Warehouse Management System (Manhattan would be an asset)

Automated testing tool experience would be an asset

System and process orientation

Strong analytical skills

Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated team skills

Customer service skills and the ability to create and provide user training

Excellent written and oral skills in English, Spanish is an asset

Traveling may be required outside United States – project/Initiative dependent (10% to 30% of the time).

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.

Come as you are

We recognize the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a meaningful, collaborative work environment. As an inclusive employer, we value and embrace all the traits that make you uniquely you and seek to provide everyone with an equal chance to succeed. Because equity and inclusion matter at Gildan.

#FindYourFit at Gildan and tailor the future of your own career.