About the role#
As a Systems Analyst Co-op student, you will act as a bridge between IT development and business operations. You will support the full project lifecycle for Warehouse Management System (WMS) initiatives, from initial design through to deployment and ongoing support. This role focuses on driving efficiency and continuous improvement across our WMS platforms.
What you'll do#
- Serve as a liaison between IT and business teams by translating requirements into technical specifications.
- Coordinate project activities, including requirements gathering, system configuration, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
- Perform data validation and execute testing for system enhancements.
- Evaluate operational data and system issues to identify process improvements.
- Manage the lifecycle of change requests and software defects.
- Handle incident resolution for WMS and related systems, ensuring issues are addressed within service level agreements.
- Collaborate with IT and data teams to troubleshoot complex system issues.
- Coach end-users and develop documentation, including Job Aids and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Deliver training sessions for subject matter experts and end-users.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a University degree in Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration.
- Ability to work with complex data systems and perform detailed evaluations.
- Strong organizational, project management, and time management skills.
- Analytical capabilities with a focus on identifying root causes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience with supply chain systems like Manhattan (WM/LM), SAP (ERP), or Blue Yonder (TMS) is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of database technologies such as SAS, PL/SQL, Teradata, or Oracle is an asset.
- Willingness to travel up to 30% of the year within Canada.
- Candidates 18 years or older must complete a criminal background check.
Location & details#
- Location: Brampton, Ontario.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 6, 2027, to April 16, 2027).
- Modality: Hybrid (up to 1 day remote per week, with 4 days in the office).
- Employment: Full-time, paid position.
About Loblaw Companies Limited
Loblaw Companies Limited operates as a Canadian retailer focused on food and pharmacy services. The company maintains a network of stores and pharmacies that provide general merchandise, financial products, and mobile phone services. It manages several brands including President Choice, no name, and Joe Fresh Style. Based in Brampton, Ontario, the organization employs over 10,000 people.
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