Distribution Coordinator

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Overview of the role:

Saputo Dairy Products Canada G.P. is seeking a Coordinator, Distribution, for an existing opportunity within our organization. Reporting to the Distribution team, the Distribution Coordinator provides administrative, technical, and operational support to ensure compliance with established distribution practices and procedures. The successful candidate combines strong technical knowledge, business acumen, and initiative with excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. This role serves as a key liaison between distribution, customer service, sales, warehouse, plant operations, and external stakeholders while supporting technology, reporting, fleet programs, training initiatives, and operational excellence.

Schedule:

Tuesday to Saturday (remotely on Saturday), 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

This position follows a regular daytime schedule and may require flexibility to support operational requirements and business needs.

Salary: $55,430 - $72,730 annually

*Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.

We support and take care of our employees and their families by offering:

• Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance
• Group retirement plan with employer contribution
• Telemedicine and assistance program for employees and their families
• Employee Share Ownership Plan with an employer match
• Paid Parental Leave program
• Paid time off: Sick days, floater days and volunteer day off
• Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA
• Training and development programs
• Organized activities for employees and their families  
• Advantageous discounts on Saputo products

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for new equipment setup, handheld software and hardware, and DDS-related systems for the Distribution team.
• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of RDO policies and contracts, including maintaining current policy documentation.
• Facilitate training and promote understanding of departmental policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with established accountability practices, contractual renewals, schedules, document procedures, route settlements, and required paperwork submissions.
• Prepare reports, maintain records, and complete route reporting including SKU-level analysis.
• Provide timely support and feedback in response to RDO, LHO, and DSD inquiries and concerns.
• Coordinate and participate in meetings, conference calls, and training sessions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare presentation materials and support communication initiatives on behalf of the Distribution department.
• Assist with the development, implementation, and monitoring of promotional activities and measure participation and effectiveness.
• Support maintenance programs for the Saputo fleet.
• Coordinate trailer load balancing activities to optimize distribution operations.
• Participate in Distribution team meetings, conference calls, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Track and administer expenses, business reviews, insurance documentation, driver's license updates, plant and Petro-Canada programs, and chargebacks as required.
• Support claims administration, legal documentation, and RDO onboarding and termination activities.
• Act as a liaison between customer service, warehouse operations, plant operations, sales teams, cheese branch operations, and distribution.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

In Canada, Saputo is a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Dairyland, Armstrong, Neilson, Alexis de Portneuf, and many more. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain management, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.    

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