Coordinator, Supply Chain

Loblaw; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant discounts

Job summary

Loblaw Companies Limited is seeking a Supply Chain Associate to manage order processing and load planning across our distribution network in Canada. You will work with buyers, inventory teams and transportation planners to confirm product availability, choose shipment priorities and ensure accurate packing and customs documentation while maintaining traceability.

This role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to adapt to a fast-changing environment.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Business/Supply Chain.
• Two years retail/supply chain experience preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Ability to manage priorities in a demanding and continually changing environment, with high attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Review order sheets, buy guides, and replenishment instructions.
• Determine optimal load configurations to maximize trailer utilization.
• Build loads for FOB and Delivered shipments for East and West distribution points.
• Coordinate with buyers, inventory teams, and transportation planners.
• Ensure all required documentation is generated and submitted.
• Monitor timelines and adjust load plans to meet dispatch schedules.
• Identify and communicate potential issues or delays to stakeholders.
• Maintain detailed records of load builds for traceability.
• Assist customers by responding to inquiries regarding orders, shortages, rushes, and credits.
• Assist stores to create rush orders with 3rd party vendors.
• Coordinate store returns with Distribution Centers.
• Enter approved credit claims into SAP and/or other systems.
• Support store operations with merchandising, cleanliness, and customer flow.
• Generate daily and weekly summary reports for analysis.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiencies in day-to-day processes.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork/interpersonal skills

Education

Post-Secondary education in Business/Supply Chain

Retail/Supply Chain experience (2 years)

Tools

SAP

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and interpreting order sheets, buy guides, and replenishment instructions.
• Determining optimal load configurations to maximize trailer utilization while ensuring product integrity and compliance with transportation guidelines.
• Building loads for various shipping methods, including FOB (Free On Board) and Delivered, for both East and West distribution points.
• Coordinating with buyers, inventory teams, and transportation planners to confirm product availability, shipment priorities, and special handling instructions.
• Ensuring all required documentation (packing slips, inspection reports, customs paperwork) is accurately generated and submitted.
• Monitoring timelines and adjusting load plans as necessary to meet dispatch schedules and customer delivery requirements.
• Identifying and communicating potential issues or delays to relevant stakeholders.
• Maintaining detailed records of load builds for traceability and reporting purposes.
• Professionally assist customers by responding to inquiries regarding their orders, shortages, rushes and credits.
• Assist stores to create rush orders with 3rd party vendors
• Coordinate store returns with Distribution Centers.
• Enter approved credit claims into SAP and/or other internal systems.
• Help key distribution to stores on behalf of replenishment
• Investigate store claims to determine root causes based on established guidelines.
• Communicate investigation results to store teams and internal departments.
• Administer and explain department policies to both internal and external stakeholders
• Support store operations with merchandising, cleanliness, and customer flow at the front end.
• Generate daily and weekly summary reports for analysis.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiencies the day-to-day processes

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary education in Business/Supply Chain
• Two years retail/Supply Chain experience preferred
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Ability to manage priorities in a demanding and continually changing environment, and to solve problem with high attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Please Note

Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.

Hiring Range / Échelle Salariale à L’embauche

$39,000.00 - $49,500.00 / 39.000,00$ - 49.500,00$ (per year / par an) A candidate’s experience and knowledge as well as the geographical region in which the position is located may be factored into the pay a candidate receives for this position. This posting is for an existing vacancy. The Company uses artificial intelligence for the purpose of screening, assessing and/or selecting applicants for this position. / L’expérience et les connaissances d’un candidat ainsi que la région géographique dans laquelle le poste est situé peuvent être prises en compte dans la rémunération qu’un candidat reçoit pour ce poste. Cette offre d’emploi concerne un poste vacant existant. L’entreprise utilise l’intelligence artificielle dans le but de filtrer, d’évaluer et/ou de sélectionner les candidats à ce poste.

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