Warehouse Coordinator

Lactalis Canada; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy company in Oshawa is seeking a Warehouse Coordinator to manage inbound and outbound operations. The ideal candidate will have post-secondary education and at least two years of experience in a warehouse environment. This role involves balancing labor needs, tracking inventory, and ensuring documentation accuracy. Competitive salary, benefits starting from day one, and significant opportunities for professional development are offered.

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary

Retention bonus

4 Weeks of Vacation

Benefits starting day 1

Learning and Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in a warehouse environment.
• Strong decision-making skills and effective communication.
• Ability to identify and solve problems in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Assist in balancing volume demand and labor requirements across warehouse functions.
• Coordinate and maintain accurate records for incoming and outgoing materials.
• Monitor system and inventory accuracy to meet customer demands.

Skills

Leadership skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Initiative

Education

Post Secondary education in related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerBI, PowerPoint)

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse Coordinator

Shift: Day Shift - Sunday to Wednesday (5am - 3:30pm)

Location: 1600 Thornton Road N., Oshawa, Ontario

About Us

Welcome to Lactalis Canada – where we take pride in being recognized as one of 2025 GTA's Top Employers! As well as Forbes Canada, Top Canadian Employers for 2025! Our journey revolves around enhancing the lives of Canadians through a rich variety of dairy delights, including some of Canadian’s favourite dairy brands such as like Black Diamond Cheese, Lactantia Milk, Astro Yogurt, Balderson Cheese, and Cheestrings. In fact, we’re proud to say our products grace the shelves of an incredible 94% of Canadian households!

With a 140-year legacy driven by innovation and unwavering quality, we’re seeking like-minded individuals to join us in shaping our next chapter.

About the opportunity

The Warehouse Coordinator assists in balancing the demand of inbound, outbound, put away and replenishment of product at the distribution facility. Coordinate outbound and inbound loads according to schedule and volume, working with the shift supervisor to assign pick tickets according to priority.

The attributes we are looking for

• Assist in balancing the volume demand and labour requirement of various warehouse functions such as shipping, receiving, put away and replenishments. Reviews weekly requirements and plans work in advance to accommodate peaks times.
• Close orders in Infolog, reconcile information errors, ensure orders are invoiced accurately and efficiently.
• Track inventory fill rates and customer demand, identifying any gaps for correction to ensure proper staffing and transportation requirements are aligned to demand in order to reduce fill rate penalties and late deliveries.
• Maintain shipping supply inventories to ensure the efficiency of load planning (BOL, manifests, etc.). Liaise and coordinate third party carriers for seamless pickup schedules.
• Monitor open deliveries in Infolog regularly to ensure system and inventory accuracy in order to meet customer demands.
• Coordinate, file, and maintain accurate records on all documentation for incoming, and outgoing materials to ensure accurate inventory management.
• Support all warehouse initiatives in coordination with the site leadership team. Build strong rapport with drivers, actively participate on projects, identify gaps and areas for improvement and recommend solutions.

What you will bring

• Post Secondary education in related field or equivalent warehouse experience.
• Two (2) years of experience in warehouse environment.
• Strong initiative and decision-making skills to identify and solve problems in a timely and effective manner.
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal.
• Excellent leadership skills with a demonstrated commitment to development and continuous improvement.
• Proficient with standard programs including; Microsoft office, WMS and SAP software.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (excel, PowerBI, PowerPoint) and SAP or other WMS systems.

What Lactalis will offer

Lactalis Canada believes in rewarding its people with the following comprehensive benefits package and perks:

• A Competitive Base Salary
• Retention bonus
• 4 Weeks of Vacation
• Benefits starting day 1
• Learning and Development opportunities
• A commitment to internal career advancement with potential for international mobility

Our ESG commitment

Our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) roadmap drives our sustainability mission. We aim to positively impact communities and the planet by enabling stakeholders including our people, consumers, customers, suppliers, dairy farmers, government, and industry partners to have a positive impact on the wellbeing of our communities and the planet through all that we do.

At Lactalis Canada, we value our employees as catalysts for positive change. Together, we will create a sustainable future, promote belonging, and make a lasting impact on the world.

Our commitment to DEI

Fuel Our Culture with Your Uniqueness! Lactalis thrives on the value each person brings. We're dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, inviting personal and professional growth, and embracing everyone's true selves. We're committed to crafting an environment that genuinely welcomes all, reflecting the richness of our people and communities.

Our promise extends to accessible processes and spaces. If you require accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent), please inform our Talent Acquisition team – confidentiality will be maintained.

Note

Lactalis Canada does not conduct credit or background checks through LinkedIn. If required, we'll contact you after signing a Job Offer.