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

Reporting to the Distribution Manager, this position supports the Alberta Distribution Team by ensuring compliance to established accountability practices and processes, while being an active participant in the Distribution Team and providing support/assistance where required.

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Plan, schedule, and optimize daily outbound loads based on capacity, timelines, and cost considerations.
• Coordinate Line Haul Load Balancing planning and balancing loads, consolidating shipments with a high level of accuracy, and maximizing cube utilization while maintaining cost efficiency.
• Source, select, and secure carriers while ensuring competitive rates and service reliability.
• Prepare and issue load tenders, shipment documentation, and related transportation records.
• Maintain compliance with organizational policies, transportation regulations, and carrier qualification requirements.
• Monitor carrier performance, safety ratings, insurance, and contractual obligations.
• Track delivery progress, troubleshoot delays, and ensure accurate on‑time delivery performance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for delivery issues, escalations, and service updates.
• Manage discrepancies such as shortages, damages, or mis‑shipments and coordinate corrective action
• Work closely with carriers, warehouse staff, inventory teams, and customer service to ensure seamless distribution operations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve operational barriers and improve service levels.
• Oversee freight invoice coding, validation, and discrepancy resolution in collaboration with Finance/Accounts Payable.
• Track departmental expenditures and submit for further processing.
• Ensures RDO/LHO/DSD compliance to document procedures and paperwork submission.
• Prepare commission packages.
• Participate in meetings, provide updates, and assist with departmental planning initiatives.
• Various weekly, period end reports as required.
• Ensure that all work is performed safely while following OH&S, WCB, Food Safety and other Company regulations and procedures.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying process gaps and recommending efficiency enhancements.
• Order office supplies, manage inventory for administrative materials, and support general office coordination tasks.
• Assist leadership with logistics planning and special projects as assigned.
• Other duties as required.

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

• Post-secondary education in General Business/Administration/Transportation an asset; prior accounting experience an asset.
• Experience within Distribution/ Logistics and/or Sales environments.
• A minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience is an asset
• Working knowledge of Computer Systems (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of DDS – DSS systems.
• High level of self-motivation and initiative / ability to contribute to the development of a sound regional team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure.
• Ability to work independently.
• Reliability in Attendance

The successful candidate will demonstrate entrepreneurial flare and creativity. They must be able to work independently as well as have a strong team spirit and must have the capacity to multitask.

We support and care for our employees and their families by providing:

• 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

Salary:$54,080 to $70,980

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

All applications are carefully considered by our Talent Acquisition team.

Artificial Intelligence tools may be used in screening applications.

Artificial Intelligence is not used to assess or select applications.

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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We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family. Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations up to the point of undue hardships, are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.