DC Ops Planning Manager- West 6 Month Contract at The Home Depot in Calgary, AB T2C 5N6

Job Attributes

Req ID

Req188387

Job Location

6309 106 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2C 5N6

Job Type

Full Time

Career Area

Corporate

Type

Onsite

6309 106 Ave SE
Calgary, AB T2C 5N6

Req188387

Full Time

Corporate

Onsite

Job Description

Are you someone who thrives on helping others succeed, enjoys making an impact, and takes pride in guiding customers to the right solutions for their projects? If you're also naturally curious and eager to keep learning, consider starting or growing your career with us at The Home Depot.

The Position:

The DC Operations Planning Manager is responsible for providing short and medium-term production plans for the Canadian Distribution Centres. Through a very close partnership with Distribution and Transportation, the DC Operations Planning Manager provides end to end visibility and planning, guidance and communication to the Distribution and Transportation leadership teams in order to ensure key performance indicators are met, production/staffing plans support throughput demand, building flow is balanced and load plans are efficient to ensure exceptional customer service to the Home Depot of Canada stores.

Responsibilities:

- Leads the Production and Operations Planning process within the Storage, Flow Through and Cross Dock DC networks
- Creates daily level detailed Production and Operations Plan including work sequencing, sets hourly production targets, makes staffing and transportation asset recommendations to ensure Transportation Store cut times are met and DC productivity is maximized
- Adjusts plans as needed throughout each day and partners with distribution to co-ordinate the rapid adjusting of available resources to maximize throughput and efficiency.
- Creates weekly and monthly level high level Production Plans while providing guidance on staffing, material handling equipment, transportation asset requirements and space/ dock door utilization.
- Partners and collaborates with DC leadership and Engineering to refine/ adjust productivity targets based on performance trending and changes to the work activity profile.
- Partners with Capacity Planning team on longer range (6 month horizon) labour and equipment planning, including modelling long term trend data
- Identifies opportunities to continuously improve the Production Planning tools and process through identification of plan variances
- Partners with Inventory Planning and Replenishment and Vendor programs to identify channel and disposition related opportunities
- Educates and trains the leadership team on the production planning process, tools and resources available.
- Creates and maintains a “great place to work” through open, honest leadership and communication guided by The Home Depots values.
- Manages, mentors and coaches a team of production planning analysts

Experience / Knowledge Required:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Operations Management preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years in an Engineering Group or Distribution Operations management
- Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook,



Word, Access and PowerPoint is preferred
- PLog or CITT designation would be a definite asset.
- Experience with a mechanized/automated distribution centers with multiple pick-pack processes would be a definite asset
- Experience with SAP ERP, Manhattan WMS and Manhattan TMS would be a definite asset.
- During startup of the western Canada distribution network, extensive travel will be required
- For training purposes, extensive travel to the United States during the first year of employment will be required
- Ability to work various shift hours including weekends and holidays
- Demonstrates responsible, ethical and honest behavior while consistently leading by example; models the desired values of The Home Depot.
- Champions and creates a customer-focused environment in which excellent service is provided to all Customers.
- Reacts quickly and appropriately to problems and engages in joint problem-solving across departmental boundaries
- Proficient at taking concepts and creating value-add analysis with a vast amount of data
- Motivates self and others to accomplish important objectives; creates a sense of urgency and holds self and the team accountable for their performance.
- Inspires and influences others by openly sharing information; communicates clearly and concisely with all audiences; keeps others informed and listens carefully to input and feedback.
- Develops collaborative working relationships with people inside and outside of the organization.
- Seeks knowledge about the strengths and weaknesses of his/her self and associates

Maintains a positive attitude during high levels of stress and ambiguity; keeps calm and composed while working with others to determine the critical priorities for the team.

Our Core Values Press ENTER to read the content or TAB to skip.

Entrepreneurial Spirit

Our associates are encouraged to initiative creative and innovative ways to serve our customers and improve the business as well as spread best practices throughout the company.

Taking Care of Our People

The key to our success is treating people well. We do this by encouraging associates to speak up and take risks, by recognizing and rewarding good performance and by leading and developing people so they may grow.

Respect For All People

In order to remain successful, our associates must work in an environment of mutual respect, free of discrimination and harassment where each associate is regarded as a part of The Home Depot Canada team.

Doing The Right Thing

We exercise positive judgement by “doing the right thing” instead of just “doing things right.” We strive to understand the impact of our decisions and we accept responsibility for our actions.

Building Strong Relationships

Strong relationships are built on trust, honesty and integrity.



We listen and respond to the needs of customers, associates, communities and vendors, treating them as partners.

Giving Back

An important part of the fabric of The Home Depot Canada is giving our time, talents, energy and resources to help strengthen the communities we live and work in.

Excellent Customer Service

Along with our quality products, service, price and selection, we must go the extra mile to give customers knowledgeable advice about merchandise and to help them use those products to their maximum benefit.

Creating Shareholder Value

The investors who provide the capital necessary to allow our company to grow need and expect a return on their investment. We are committed to providing it.

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Our Core Values Press ENTER to read the content or TAB to skip.

Entrepreneurial Spirit

Our associates are encouraged to initiative creative and innovative ways to serve our customers and improve the business as well as spread best practices throughout the company.

Taking Care of Our People

The key to our success is treating people well. We do this by encouraging associates to speak up and take risks, by recognizing and rewarding positive performance and by leading and developing people so they may grow.

Respect For All People

In order to remain successful, our associates must work in an environment of mutual respect, free of discrimination and harassment where each associate is regarded as a part of The Home Depot Canada team.

Doing The Right Thing

We exercise good judgement by “doing the right thing” instead of just “doing things right.” We strive to understand the impact of our decisions and we accept responsibility for our actions.

Building Strong Relationships

Strong relationships are built on trust, honesty and integrity. We listen and respond to the needs of customers, associates, communities and vendors, treating them as partners.

Giving Back

An important part of the fabric of The Home Depot Canada is giving our time, talents, energy and resources to help strengthen the communities we live and work in.

Excellent Customer Service

Along with our quality products, service, price and selection, we must go the extra mile to give customers knowledgeable advice about merchandise and to help them use those products to their maximum benefit.

Creating Shareholder Value

The investors who provide the capital necessary to allow our company to grow need and expect a return on their investment. We are committed to providing it.

Awards & Recognition Press ENTER to read the content or TAB to skip.

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We strive to maintain a culture that welcomes everyone, and we believe it helps us achieve our business goals by driving excellent customer service and innovation, empowering our associates to thrive and excel, and enriching the communities in which we operate. This includes creating an environment where our associates feel welcomed, valued and respected and providing equal opportunity for all of our associates.

📌 DC Ops Planning Manager- West 6 Month Contract (Calgary)
🏢 Home Depot
📍 Calgary