Wave Planner - Vaughan, Canada - Metro Supply Chain

Metro Supply Chain

Verified Company

Vaughan, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

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Metro Supply Chain is a strategic supply chain solutions partner for some of the world's fastest growing and most recognizable organizations.

We advance our customers' business through innovative, real-world solutions within a culture that supports our communities, protects our environment, and enables our team to thrive.

Managing 14 million square feet in 98 sites across North America and Europe with a team of 6,000, it is the largest privately-owned supply chain solutions company based in Canada.

SUMMARY
Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, the Wave Planner plays an integral role in order fulfilment.

This role is responsible for the planning, review, and scheduling of daily orders and waves within the Warehouse Management System.

The Wave Planner will compile the orders from the customer into waves for the order selectors to pick, while ensuring that the orders are complete, printed and reviewed.

SHIFT:
Monday - Friday, 7AM - 3PM

RESPONSIBILITIES

Create daily work plans to include daily hot waves and E-Commerce demands that ensure customer orders are presented to warehouse operations in a timely manner
Directly involved with the release of orders for pick, pack and ship process.
Assigns and monitors the work of warehouse operators
Responsible for the collection, reporting, and feedback regarding wave planning performance, adjusting or modifying wave templates to improve workflow.
Participate in the DC tasks related to grouping and releasing orders using the WMS system and timely communicating progress of "must ship" orders/requests.
Updates the wave and load sheet
Ensures communication between Team Members for stock replenishment needs
Ensures loads are completed by the Order Selectors
Ensures a balance of work is completed for each respective zone
Coordinates the implementation of the wave plan to achieve desired delivery response times while paying close attention to the operational plan communicated daily by the Supervisor.
Guarantees a smooth transition between shifts by organizing all available work.
Responsible for inbound and outbound load prioritization. Responsible for coordinating the most effective manner of organizing outbound loads in order to meet customer expectations.
Have exceptional knowledge of WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) and work with the Supervisor to address any training or procedural gaps.
Assist where necessary in developing and training of all WMS upgrades and modifications and ensures that operators are made aware of any and all changes that directly affect them.

EXPERIENCE

A minimum of 3 years of experience in high volume production planning. Relevant industry experience is a plus.

COMPETENCIES

Customer Centricity
Fostering Culture
Collaboration
Problem Solving & Decision Making
Managing Through Change
Developing Self & Others
Planning & Results Orientation
Communication
Always Improving Mindset
Business & Financial Savvy

EDUCATION

Completion of secondary school
College diploma in logistics management is preferred

Why Join Us

Work in an environment where safety is our first priority
The opportunity to build a career with a growing company
Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
Life and disability insurance
Wellness programs to support your family's wellbeing
A Retirement Savings Program with a company match
Company team wear allowance
Employee Appreciation Day
Company sponsored social events
Community volunteering

Should you require accommodation for a special ability or need during the recruitment process, please reach out to a member of our Human Resources Team.