Manager Store Automated Ordering - Toronto, Canada - Metro Inc.

Metro Inc.

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Position Title:
Manager Store Automated Ordering

Requisition ID: 37584

Career Group (ADSP):Distribution Center

Division:
Supply Chain

Department:
Logistics and Distribution

Work Location:
METRO ON DUNDAS STREET W (#A-DUND)

Province:
Canada : Ontario

Position Type:
Permanent

Joining our team has its advantages

Flexible schedule to promote work/life balance
Telecommuting in hybrid mode
Group insurance from the first day
Very competitive pension plan
Generous holiday policy
Personal days
Employee Assistance Program
Free parking
Opportunity for professional development

SUMMARY:

This individual will need to possess strong business partnering skills, as well as strong leadership skills as this is a key position on the Supply Chain management team.

The position is responsible for planning and monitoring the Store Automated Ordering Team which supports banners in Ontario and Quebec.

This position is responsible for data integrity, process re-engineering, training & development and compliance standards of the Store Ordering system.

This role will also be responsible for the strategy and management of store inventory forecasting and ensuring accurate inventory to support sales and margin requirements.

This is achieved by integrating demand and supply core planning functions (merchandising, replenishment and logistics) creating agreed-upon fulfillment plans and contingencies, and providing end-to-end visibility, through analytics and reporting.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Create and maintain accurate Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for all ordering functions and processes that impact store ordering
Develop improvement processes and systems to ensure sufficient onshelf availability for customers, while ensuring optimal inventory, minimize costs and maximize working capital.
Creation and management of KPI's to monitor and identify root cause issues and solutions to ensure accurate inventory forecast and shipment to stores.
Partner with leadership team to implement and evaluate business strategies and initiatives that support short term and longterm vision, financial strategy and direction in supply chain. Collaborative approach to problem solving and the ability to work with crossfunctional teams at all levels
Proactively develop and direct the implementation of new tools, processes and best practices to improve business performance
Provide guidance and counsel in the development of plans involving the transformation of supply chain operating models in regards to store inventory.
Perform effectiveness evaluation of current control standards; communicate results and develop recommendations for continuous improvement. Support in analytics & process execution.
Work alongside the logistics team to capture and monitor store inventory and identify long, med and shortterm capacity/supply concerns. Work with both merchandising and logistics teams to develop remediation and contingency plans
Management and coordination of personnel including but not limited to; hiring, performance management, orientation, assignment and distribution of workflow for team within Ontario and Quebec.
Identify and execute initiatives to optimize the flow of goods throughout the network from endtoend, ensuring store service is protected, network capacities are balanced, and operational cost optimized.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering or Business is preferred
57 years of experience in grocery retail management including supply chain.
Financial acumen coupled with strong critical thinking
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experienced in Advanced Project Management Skills
Work weekends as necessary
Travel within both Ontario and Quebec provinces on a monthly basis as required
Bilingual in French and English is desired

RELATIONSHIPS:

Direct Reports 2 FT Sr. Replenishment Analysts
Indirect Reports 6 FT Replenishment Analysts

Reports are located in both Ontario and Quebec provinces

LI-Hybrid

_ The responsibilities and relationships assigned to this role may change as is necessary to achieve Metro's business objectives._
**_ We encourage you to let us know if your current condition requires accommodation in the recruitment process so that we can accommodate you._