Short-Term Operations Planner

Join to apply for the Short-Term Operations Planner role at RONA At RONA, our employees let their passion blossom every day. Our teams are driven by the desire to help people bring their projects to life and are committed to making a difference in the communities we serve. We operate or service corporate and affiliated dealer stores across Canada, offering a distinctive product and service blend through our RONA+, RONA, and Dick’s Lumber banners. Your work and ideas will contribute to building a flourishing organization, with career opportunities that grow alongside your ambitions and skills. Our Expectations Reporting to the Manager of Planning & Optimization and collaborating across the Store Support Center, the Short-Term Operations Planner is responsible for planning, coordinating, and optimizing daily distribution operations for one assigned region of Canada (East, Central, or West). The planner works closely with distribution, transportation, and supply chain teams to ensure seamless daily execution and to support continuous improvement initiatives. The Role Daily Operational Planning Build and maintain daily operational plans for the assigned region (East, Central, or West).Prioritize daily activities based on volumes, available resources, and operational needs.Adjust plans in real time to address operational delays or constraints.Ensure clear communication of daily priorities to regional operational teams. Cross-Functional Coordination Collaborate daily with distribution, transportation, and supply chain teams to align execution.Support transport scheduling by validating dock availability, workload distribution, and timing constraints.Coordinate inventory availability with daily operational needs.Serve as a regional point of contact to resolve operational issues quickly. Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement Monitor daily operational performance indicators (productivity, shipping, receiving, service levels, etc.).Analyze performance gaps and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and reduce delays.Contribute to the enhancement of KPI frameworks with insights and recommendations.Participate in continuous improvement initiatives with relevant teams. Capacity & Resource Management Assess daily capacity needs (space, labor, equipment) and recommend adjustments to workload allocation, activity sequencing, or space utilization.Collaborate with distribution center managers to maximize regional productivity. Reporting & Communication Prepare and distribute daily and weekly operational reports for the assigned region.Present key findings, challenges, and recommendations to internal stakeholders.Create ad hoc reports to support operational decision‑making. Skills We Are Looking For 2 to 4 years of experience in logistics, operations, or short‑term operational planning. Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or equivalent experience. Knowledge of planning and analytical tools (Power BI, advanced Excel, operational planning systems). Programming or analytical skills (Python, R, SQL) – an asset. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills in a fast‑paced environment. Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail. Strong customer‑service focus (stores and internal partners). Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Benefits An inclusive and safe working environment. Promotion of work‑life balance. Exclusive employee discounts. Insurance and annual salary review (certain conditions apply). Opportunities for advancement within the company. Community involvement. Teamwork and ongoing training. A comprehensive training program for all new hires. A student incentive program. And much more Accessibility If selected for an interview, please advise our Human Resources team if you require accommodation during the interview and assessment process and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. EEO Statement RONA is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, nationality, age, disability, or any other protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr