Manager, Regional Planning.

About This Opportunity

Reporting to the Director, Supply Planning, the Manager of Deployment Planning is responsible for leading the deployment planning function, ensuring efficient and accurate execution of daily deployment activities, and managing third-party warehouse (3PW) operations. This role will oversee a team of 5 deployment planners, maintain key supply chain processes, monitor performance metrics, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Additionally, the position requires strong analytical skills to manage budget variances, update sourcing and space tracking data, and support Supply Review processes.

Travel associated with this role will be approximately 5-10%.

Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Manage and develop a team of 5 deployment planners, providing coaching, guidance, and performance feedback.
• Foster a collaborative and results-driven team culture.

Operational Execution

• Ensure daily deployment processes are executed accurately and on time in accordance with established SOPs.
• Oversee 3PW operations, ensuring compliance with service level agreements and operational standards such as approving invoices and requesting overtime requirements
• Act as the primary liaison between the company and external warehouse partners.

Process & Data Management

• Identify and implement process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Update sourcing matrix in Blue Yonder to reflect accurate sourcing decisions.
• Update master data as required
• Update BP sourcing matrix as part of annual budgeting process
• Maintain and update space tracking data as part of the monthly Supply Review process.
• Support “Out of Matrix” analysis to address sourcing exceptions and optimize supply chain decisions.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Monitor key metrics related to deployment accuracy, timeliness, and cost efficiency.
• Report on budget variances on a monthly basis and provide insights for corrective actions.
• Prepare and present annual 3PW budget.
• Prepare and present performance reports to senior leadership during Supply Review and monthly/quarterly finance meetings.

Succession Planning and Development

• Support and advocate for continuous improvement of technology such as Blue Yonder. Train staff in job duties and adoption of standard operating procedures and company policies
• Working with the Director, Supply Planning, create a succession plan for the Supply Planning team.

Process Improvement

• Document and update all processes and procedures performed in the department and ensure standardization among the plants
• Develop, direct, implement, and coordinate any inter-department procedures.
• Recommend, coordinate, implement and communicate any process and procedural change that impact other departments.
• Identify projects and implement/facilitate team-based improvements.
• Develop and track metrics for performance.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in a similar role, including in a managerial position
• Professional expertise has been gained with a manufacturer or distributor for a host of industries. Food or beverage industries are of interest.
• Knowledge of best practices and systems in supply chain.
• Should possess strong analytical, problem solving and communication skills

Why work with us?

• Join a local, family-owned business that’s part of a globally recognized brand, where you can develop your capabilities, competencies, and career.
• Coke Canada has a culture of learning, and we offer several channels to support your development, including on-the-job training and a library of free courses for just-in-time learning.
• We are committed to offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to help our employees achieve their best physical, mental, financial, and overall health and well-being. This includes a competitive compensation package, access to retirement and saving programs, family and employee assistance program, paid vacation and floater days.
• We have close, local connections with the communities in which we operate across Canada. We’re determined to make a positive difference in our communities; this includes opportunities for employee volunteerism.
• We’re building our business responsibly and our mission is to work Toward a Better Future Together. We have a plan that outlines how we are reducing, reusing, recycling, decreasing our carbon footprint, and using water responsibly. For more information visit cokecanada.com/sustainability/

Coke Canada has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity, and we’re committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Together we are creating a workplace culture that values diversity, enables inclusivity and ensures everyone feels like they belong. We are aiming to ensure our diverse workforce is reflective of the communities in which we operate. Research shows that women-identifying and other marginalized individuals often hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. If this role excites you, even if you don’t check every box, we encourage you to apply. Your unique experience and perspective could be what we’re looking for. Unless otherwise specified, this job post is for an existing vacancy. Our hiring process is human-driven and does not involve AI tools for screening, assessment, or selection. For individuals requiring accommodations or support throughout the recruitment process please call 1-844-383-2653 or email .