Distribution Planner

Techo-Bloc; Longueuil; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing is seeking a Distribution Planner to oversee product distribution across various locations in North America. The successful candidate will coordinate with internal teams, manage inventory efficiently, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within a dynamic and collaborative environment. Bilingual capabilities and a degree in Operations Management are crucial for this role.

Benefits

Group insurance & RRSP with employer contribution

24/7 telemedicine & Employee Assistance Program

Inhouse leadership development and coaching

Training & Development Programs

Considerable referral bonuses

Discounts on Techo-Bloc’s products

Healthy snack-filled kitchens

Techo-Bloc branded swag

Employee Recognition Events

English and French courses available

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role will be considered an asset.
• Ability to perform recurring tasks with rigor and consistency.
• Experience in the use of MRP will be considered a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory movements using ERP system.
• Ensure smooth flow of product replenishment.
• Collaborate with production and demand planners.

Skills

Attention to detail

Bilingualism (French/English)

Multi-tasking

Operational efficiency

Education

College or University degree in Operations Management or related field

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Dynamic

Job description

Company Description

Pave your career at Techo-Bloc:We are entrepreneurial and innovators at heart who love to roll up our sleeves, jump right in and get things done. We boast 9 cutting-edge manufacturing facilities, 13+ distribution centers, and a dynamic team of over 900 employees located across 20+ locations in North America. We have ambitious growth plans and a restless pursuit of excellence. We live to create, and we invest in great ideas. We take pride in offering a collaborative, inclusive and positive working environment.

Career Growth and Recognition: At Techo-Bloc, we're career builders. Explore advancement opportunities through our well-defined career paths by department. Your success is our shared responsibility, supported by a culture that values your unique contributions.

Performance-Driven Rewards:Experience the direct impact of your efforts with competitive performance-based bonuses. Join a passionate, driven team that collaborates seamlessly to achieve remarkable results.

Financial Stability:We’ve experienced consistent growth, reflecting our strong financial health and continued geographical expansion across North America.

Collaborative Company Culture: Ditch the silos and join us in driving innovation and excellence together. We support and care about each other’s success! Experience a vibrant culture with 5-star ratings from most of our employees. Leave egos at the door as we engage in activities like brainstorming sessions, lively BBQs, and festive parties, fostering a strong sense of community and belonging.

Perks and Benefits:

• Group insurance & RRSP with employer contribution
• 24/7 telemedicine & Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Inhouse leadership development and coaching
• Training & Development Programs
• Considerable referral bonuses
• Discounts on Techo-Bloc’s products
• Healthy snack-filled kitchens
• Techo-Bloc branded swag
• Employee Recognition Events
• English and French courses available as needed

Job Description

The Distribution Planner will be responsible for managing the distribution of Techo-Bloc products throughout our network. In this key role, you will work with various internal stakeholders to ensure the daily replenishment of our products across our 21 locations in Canada and the United States.

Responsibilities:

• Manage inventory movements using our ERP system (Microsoft Dynamic);
• Ensure the smooth flow of product replenishment between our manufacturing sites and depots;
• Collaborate with production and demand planners to align inventory requirements with production schedules and forecasts.
• Identify inventory optimization opportunities, anticipate overstocking risks and adjust our replenishment strategy;all in a way that aligns with efficiency targets and distribution objectives.
• Collaborate with different departments to optimize internal operational efficiency.
• Ad hoc analysis.

A Day In The Life:

You start the day by consulting your operational tools and e-mails. Then you juggle managing your inventory movements, creating special shipments and collaborating with various teams to meet unplanned needs.After you've finished your daily tasks, in the afternoon you can focus on your projects or organize team brainstorming sessions to discuss areas for improvement in our processes, because at Techo-Bloc, continuous improvement is truly valued.

Qualifications

• College or University degree in Operations Management or related field;
• Ability to perform recurring tasks with rigor and consistency, while maintaining attention to detail;
• Experience in a similar role will be considered an asset;
• Bilingualism (French/English) - Due to frequent communication with employees in Quebec, Ontario and the United States;
• Ability to use Excel and other Office suite tools;
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize within strict deadlines;
• Experience in the use of MRP will be considered a strong asset.

Additional Information

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those whose applications are considered will be contacted.

The use of the masculine gender has been adopted for ease of reading and is not intended to be discriminatory.