Replenishment Optimization, Process Support - Co-op Student

Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.

All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.

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. 

Term Length: 4 Months

Term Start: January 8, 2025

Term End: April 18, 2025 

As of October 15, 2024 Loblaw has adopted the following Hybrid working model (a combination of working between the office and remotely). Colleagues will continue working remotely up to 1 day a week, while spending the other 4 days in the office.

Supply Chain - Replenishment Optimization:

Ever wondered how that box of cereal appears on the shelf in the store every day? Or how we can move nearly 1 billion units of product from one of our 3,000 vendors, through one of our 27 distribution centers, to one of our 2,300 locations across Canada, and into the homes of millions of Canadians each year with the precision of a well-oiled machine?

Supply Chain at Loblaws is the engine which drives the business and we want to show you how it all works and have you help us make it stronger, more efficient, and faster.

At Loblaws, the Replenishment Optimization team is integral to keeping the supply chain operating at peak performance.

We have a feeling a career with the Loblaw Supply Chain is the challenge you’ve been looking for. If you think so too, we’d love to hear from you.

Position Overview:

Our students are fully integrated within the Replenishment Optimization team and our co-op program touches all aspects of the business including Forecasting, Inventory Optimization, Operations Management, Transportation, Logistics and Analytics.

You’ll make an impact by using data driven insights to improve our supply chain network and systems. We are big on growth and learning; we are looking for someone who shares this passion to help us solve problems facing the business.

Build a meaningful portfolio of projects to provide solutions for product forecasting, inventory optimization, operations management, and reporting. Expect to:

• Develop and deploy process improvements across our supply chain network.
• Conduct analysis on core business processes and provide insight and recommendations for improvement.
• Learn and apply new skills and concepts in individual and team-based projects.
• Present findings and solutions to company executives.       

What makes a great fit?

• Growth mindset – Desire to learn new skillsets
• Passion for solving complex problems and providing data driven insights
• Ability to clearly present findings, point of few and accept feedback
• Able to manage multiple initiatives with firm deadlines
• Comfortable working in a professional environment interacting with all levels within the organization

What we are looking for:

• Pursuing a degree in computer science, engineering or business
• Experience in root cause analysis, solution design and process documentation
• Proficient in MS Excel, SQL, Python experience is an asset
• Experience using SQL and MS Excel to aggregate and analyze data
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.  Solid experience in developing and providing accurate reporting

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.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

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.