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Supply Chain Optimization Specialist at Cornerstone… · Calgary
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Job Description
Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) is hiring a Supply Chain Optimization Specialist on a permanent basis on our Supply Chain team.
This position is a hybrid opportunity and can be based in either Saskatoon, Calgary, Edmonton, or Winnipeg.
FCL is seeking a hands-on Supply Chain Optimization Specialist who combines technical expertise with a passion for continuous improvement. In this role, you’ll help modernize warehouse operations through data-driven insights, system optimization, and scalable process standardization.
What you’ll do:
- Drive process optimization by assessing workflows, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending improvements grounded in lean and continuous improvement principles.
- Provide subject-matter expertise on Warehouse Management System (WMS) configuration and operational readiness by analyzing system settings, supporting documentation, and participating in testing activities.
- Contribute to go-live planning and issue resolution by delivering system insights and assessing operational impacts across cross-functional teams.
- Perform advanced modelling, capacity analysis, and labour/volume scenario planning to support operational decisions and implementation efforts.
- Validate assumptions, document inputs, and deliver clear, data-driven insights to inform optimization and operations leadership.
- Support implementation readiness by providing technical and workflow input to ensure smooth integration into distribution centre operations.
- Evaluate automation and emerging warehouse technologies, contributing to requirements, operational fit assessments, and pilot deployments to inform decision-making.
- Act as a key integrator between Supply Chain Integration, Technology, and Distribution Centre Operations by aligning operational needs with system capabilities and enterprise initiatives.
- Translate requirements into technical documentation and facilitate structured problem-solving to ensure consistent adoption of standards and best practices across all sites.
Who you’ll work with:
The Collaborators: You will collaborate with site teams and Industrial Engineers during optimization and implementation activities, and will report into the Senior Manager, Distribution Centre Optimization.
Why it matters:
We help local Co-ops grow and thrive by offering a range of professional services, including marketing, market research, information technology, human resources, accounting, risk management and business development.
Who you are:
You are looking for a career in Supply Chain and:
- Have 3-6 years of progressive experience in warehousing and/or supply chain operations. As well as experience configuring warehouse systems, supporting process improvement projects, or working with data analytics tools.
- Have a Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business or an
- equivalent combination of education and directly related experience (a combination of relevant education and experience may be considered).
- Experience configuring warehouse systems, supporting process improvement projects, or working with data analytics tools is considered an asset.
- Training or certification in Lean, Six Sigma or business process improvement is considered an asset.
- Experience with Warehouse technology, RF systems, and material handling equipment is considered an asset.
What we offer:
- Competitive salaries, short-term incentives, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan.
- Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities to grow and develop as a Team Member.
- As a co-operative, we do business differently. We believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and what we offer, visit www.fcl.crs.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your requests to us via fclhr@fcl.crs. All information received will be kept confidential.
If this opportunity speaks to you, we invite you to apply by May 15, 2026.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.
FCL embraces diversity and inclusion. We’re working to create a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve and an environment where every team member brings their whole self to work. We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process.