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.
Compensation:
As part of our commitment to fairness, trust, and transparency and our ambition to be an Employer of Choice, the base salary range for this position is $55,700– $69,600+.
Please note: Along with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, your actual base salary will be fair, competitive, and be based on your skills, experience, and qualifications.