" Job Opportunity Analysis in Canada  “

 By Region, Industry and Company for Canada 2021

Abdessamad Ait Aissa

Supply Chain Analyst

Alberta, Canada

Agenda

Introduction

Welcome to this comprehensive analysis of job opportunities in the IT and Energy sectors in Canada. My name is Abdessamad Ait Aissa, a Supply Chain Analyst with a keen interest in these dynamic and rapidly evolving sectors.

The objective of this analysis is to provide an in-depth understanding of the employment landscape, enterprise distribution, profitability, and growth rates in these sectors across different regions in Canada. We will delve into the specifics of each sector, focusing on regional variations and industry-specific factors.

We will also explore the concept of a 'dream job' in the context of a Supply Chain Analyst, identifying the growth potential and opportunities in these sectors.

Through company and regional comparisons, we aim to highlight the variations in performance and profitability, providing a nuanced understanding of the sectors. Additionally, we will identify the best performing companies in each revenue class, offering a benchmark for success.

This project is not just about presenting data and statistics; it's about interpreting this information to inform strategic decisions for job seekers, businesses, and policymakers. We hope that the insights and analysis provided will guide you in your journey in the IT and Energy sectors. Let's embark on this exciting journey together.

Dream Job - Supply Chain Analyst

A Supply Chain Analyst is a key role in both the Energy and IT sectors. This role involves managing and optimizing the processes involved in the supply chain, from procurement to delivery. The analyst is responsible for analyzing data, identifying inefficiencies, and proposing solutions to improve performance and reduce costs.

In the context of our analysis, a Supply Chain Analyst could leverage the insights from this presentation to make strategic decisions. For instance, understanding the regional distribution of enterprises and employment could inform decisions about where to source materials or where to locate distribution centers.

Moreover, the profitability and growth data could help the analyst identify potential risks and opportunities in the market. For instance, a region with a high growth rate but low profitability could represent a potential opportunity for improvement.

As for growth opportunities, a Supply Chain Analyst could advance to higher positions such as Supply Chain Manager, Director of Supply Chain, or even Chief Supply Chain Officer. These roles involve more strategic decision-making and leadership responsibilities.

In both the Energy and IT sectors, the supply chain is a critical component of operations. Therefore, a career in supply chain management offers numerous opportunities for growth and development

Regional Employment in IT & Energy Sectors

Alberta leads in employment numbers in both sectors with 103,713 employees, closely followed by Ontario with 102,499 employees and Quebec with 94,091 employees. This indicates a strong presence of these sectors in these regions, contributing significantly to their economies.

 Total Number of Employees in Energy Sector by Region

Alberta dominates the energy sector with 103,141 employees. Ontario and British Columbia follow with significantly fewer employees, 7,922 and 2,422 respectively.

Total Number of Employees in IT Sector by Region

Ontario leads in the IT sector with 94,577 employees, followed closely by Quebec with 94,091 employees. Alberta has the least number of employees in this sector with only 572.

Total Number of Enterprises in Energy Sector by Region

Alberta has the highest number of enterprises in the energy sector with 91, followed by British Columbia with 17. Ontario and Quebec have significantly fewer enterprises with 8 and 0 respectively.

Total Number of Enterprises in IT Sector by Region

Ontario dominates the IT sector with 41 enterprises, followed by British Columbia with 20. Alberta has the least number of enterprises in this sector with only 2.

Total Net Income of Energy Sector by Region

Alberta leads in net income in the energy sector with 32,063.98 million USD. All other regions have significantly lower net incomes, with Ontario even showing a negative net income of -292.04 million USD.

Total Net Income of IT Sector by Region

Ontario leads in net income in the IT sector with 3,765.29 million USD. All other regions have significantly lower net incomes, with Alberta and Manitoba even showing negative net incomes.

Proportion of Profitable Energy Enterprises by Region

Alberta has the highest proportion of profitable energy enterprises with 0.73. All other regions have significantly lower proportions, with Saskatchewan having no profitable enterprises.

Proportion of Profitable IT Enterprises by Region

Alberta, Ontario, and Quebec have similar proportions of profitable IT enterprises, around 0.44 to 0.5. British Columbia has a significantly lower proportion with only 0.15.

Median Net Income Growth Rate Energy Companies by Region

Alberta leads in median net income growth rate in the energy sector with 0.84. Ontario has a negative growth rate of -3.78.

Median Net Income Growth Rate IT Companies by Region

Alberta leads in median net income growth rate in the IT sector with 1.3. Ontario and British Columbia have negative growth rates.

Profitability Benchmark by Energy Industry

The profitability benchmark for the energy industry shows that the 90th percentile of companies have a total revenue of 4,263.46 million USD and a net income of 682.77 million USD. The median values are significantly lower.

Profitability Benchmark by IT Industry

The profitability benchmark for the IT industry shows that the 90th percentile of companies have a total revenue of 1,994.97 million USD and a net income of 98.07 million USD. The median values are significantly lower, with a negative net income.

Financial Health Energy & IT Comparison

The energy sector shows a higher median current ratio and a lower median liability asset ratio than the IT sector. The energy sector also shows a positive median free cash flow/total cost, while the IT sector shows a negative value.

Financial Health Energy & IT Industrial Trend

The energy sector shows a generally increasing trend in median current ratio and median total cash flow from operating activities. The IT sector shows a generally decreasing trend in these measures.

Industry Total Growth Energy & IT Industrial Trend

Both the energy and IT sectors show a generally increasing trend in total revenue growth rate. The energy sector shows a fluctuating trend in total net income growth rate, while the IT sector shows a generally decreasing trend.

Profitability Energy & IT Industrial Trend

Both the energy and IT sectors show a generally increasing trend in median gross margin. The energy sector shows a fluctuating trend in median net margin and median operating margin, while the IT sector shows a generally decreasing trend.

Profitability Energy & IT Comparison

The energy sector shows a higher total revenue, total operating income or loss, and median than the IT sector. The energy sector also shows a higher operating margin, net margin, and proportion of profitable enterprises.

Profit vs. Cost for Energy & IT by Operating Income

In the energy sector, Canadian Natural Resources Limited shows the highest operating income relative to total cost. In the IT sector, Constellation Software Inc shows the highest operating income relative to total cost.

Profit vs. Cost for Energy & IT by Net Income

In the energy sector, Canadian Natural Resources Limited shows the highest net income relative to total cost. In the IT sector, Shopify Inc shows the highest net income relative to total cost.

Profit vs. Cost for Energy & IT by Net Income and Region

In Alberta, Canadian Natural Resources Limited shows the highest net income relative to total cost in the energy sector. In Ontario, Shopify Inc shows the highest net income relative to total cost in the IT sector.

Operating Margin vs. Revenue in Energy and IT Industry

In the energy sector, TC Energy Corporation shows the highest operating margin relative to total revenue. In the IT sector, Open Text Corporation shows the highest operating margin relative to total revenue.

Operating Margin vs. Revenue in Energy and IT by Region

In Alberta, TC Energy Corporation shows the highest operating margin relative to total revenue in the energy sector. In Ontario, Open Text Corporation shows the highest operating margin relative to total revenue in the IT sector.

Return on Assets vs. Liability Asset Ratio in Energy and IT industry

In the energy sector, Canadian Natural Resources Limited shows the highest return on assets relative to the liability asset ratio. In the IT sector, Shopify Inc shows the highest return on assets relative to the liability asset ratio.

Summary and Conclusion

In this comprehensive analysis of job opportunities in the IT and Energy sectors across different regions in Canada, we have explored various aspects such as regional employment, enterprise distribution, profitability, and growth rates. Our findings indicate that Alberta leads in employment and profitability in the Energy sector, while Ontario dominates the IT sector in terms of employment and net income.

The Energy sector in Alberta stands out as the most promising, based on the high number of employees (103,713), the number of enterprises (91), and the total net income (32,063.98 million USD). The proportion of profitable enterprises is also high (0.73), and the sector shows a positive median net income growth rate (0.84).

In terms of job opportunities, the IT sector in Ontario and Quebec, and the Energy sector in Alberta, present promising prospects. As a Supply Chain Analyst, these regions and industries offer significant growth potential. The company and regional comparisons further highlight the variations in performance and profitability, providing a nuanced understanding of the sectors. The profit frontier analysis identifies the best performing companies in each revenue class, offering a benchmark for success.

In conclusion, the IT and Energy sectors in Canada offer a wealth of opportunities. However, the regional variations and industry-specific factors must be considered for strategic decision-making. As the economic landscape evolves, continuous analysis and monitoring will be essential to identify emerging trends and opportunities. This analysis has provided a comprehensive overview of the job opportunities in the IT and Energy sectors in Canada. It is hoped that the insights and analysis will guide job seekers, businesses, and policymakers in their strategic decisions.