Transportation Coordinator

Farm Boy; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A grocery store chain in Ottawa is seeking a candidate for a data analysis position. You will assist the Distribution team with warehouse forecasting, analyze data models for operational improvements, and manage reporting tasks. Ideal candidates will have a post-secondary education in Finance or related fields and strong communication and computer skills, especially in Excel.

Qualifications

• Completion of a post-secondary program or equivalent experience.
• Strong skills in data analysis and reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in forecasting duties for warehouse capacity and transportation needs.
• Analyze current models to identify issues and opportunities.
• Gather and validate product movement and inventory data.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Strong computer skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Excellent organizational skills

Education

Post-secondary program in Finance, Economics, or Logistics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Company Description

At Farm Boy, it is our mission to create a fun, fresh experience for all! Whether you are a team member or a customer, Farm Boy is passionate about creating a unique fresh food shopping experience and ensuring that we deliver on our commitments.

As we continue to grow within Ontario, Farm Boy is excited to welcome new team members that share our passion for providing the best fresh shopping experience!

Job Description

This position is primarily focused on providing assistance and data analysis to the Distribution team. The performance of the duties must ensure a quality service approach to all employees, customers and suppliers. All responsibilities must be performed in a manner consistent with the Farm Boy vision, mission, and the Farm Boy Way.

Major Responsibilities

• Assist in forecasting duties for warehouse capacity and transportation needs.
• Analysis of current models and cost structures to identify issues and opportunities.
• Gathering and validation of data from product movement and available inventory.
• Daily scorecard completion on transportation activities and opportunities for follow up.
• Coordination of product pick up and movement to and from warehouse locations or between stores.
• Generate monthly forecasting reports to replenishment teams, identify problem items.
• Assist in completing the weekly transportation Profit and Loss Reports.
• Evaluate capacity versus sales needs and growth forecasts for a multiple warehouse environment.
• Review monthly product movement relative to buying patterns.
• Create a template for pre-booking of key seasonal items.
• Assist in preparation of report documents and presentations to management.
• May be requested to undertake other related duties on a periodic basis.

Qualifications

• Typically requires completion of a post-secondary program with an emphasis in Finance, Economics or Logistics, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong computer skills (ie: Microsoft Office, Excel, etc,) and familiarity with pivot tables.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively with other teams.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, timelines and priorities.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as required.

Work & Sensory Environment

• Possible exposure to eye strain from computer terminals.
• Exposure to distractions caused by open office noise and frequent interruptions.
• Providing service to several people or departments, working under many simultaneous deadlines.
• Lack of control over pace due to multiple and/or tight deadlines beyond one’s control.
• Performing extensive and repetitive data entry.

Additional Information

Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and employees with disabilities.