Embark on a rewarding career with Sobeys Inc., celebrated among Canada’s Top 100 employers where your unique contributions drive success.
Start Early. Grow for a Lifetime.
A co-op student role at Sobeys is more than just a work term. It is your own personal journey in discovering how Sobeys operates, gaining valuable insights and relevant experience in your field of study, networking with experienced professionals, and obtaining first-hand exposure to one of Canada’s largest grocers. Most importantly, you will have an opportunity to work alongside some of the most talented people in the grocery business.
We believe that the best ideas come from a diverse workforce with unique perspectives and encourage our co-op students to be curious and innovative! This is an outstanding opportunity to join a leading Canadian company with a clear vision and focus.
Here's where you’ll be focusing
As a Supply Chain Co-op student, you will be involved in:
the construction and maintenance of Engineered Labour Standards at Sobeys National warehouses according to credited Sobeys' National Industrial Engineering processes:
Gather project requirements and help in the creation of project objectives and schedules
Collect, analyze and simulate data to understand, conceptualize and validate warehouse processes and current labour standards
Employ process analysis tools and techniques including Tableau, Excel, process mapping, benchmarking and best practices research to problem solve
Identify productivity improvement and retraining opportunities
Establish relationship and credibility with front line RSC management in both union and non-union environments
Support External Engineering audits & validations regarding ELS
Project Discovery, Execution & Management for Supply Chain Productivity projects like
Introduction of Labour Standards to Receiving, Loading functions
Data Analytics for Network Development Projects
Providing training support for RSC staff on preferred methods
Using both formal and informal channels to obtain information, build support and accomplish tasks
What you have to offer
Currently enrolled in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related program.
Comfortable working with data, building spreadsheets, and analyzing results.
You like understanding how systems work and finding ways to make them better.
Able to connect with different teams and explain ideas clearly.
You ask questions, seek out opportunities, and take ownership of your work.
What we have to offer
Real-world experience: Apply engineering and supply chain concepts to real business challenges
Hands-on learning: Work on meaningful initiatives that improve efficiency and impact day-to-day operations
Exposure across the business: See how large-scale supply chains work from the inside, including warehouses and transportation networks
Mentorship: Learn from experienced leaders and operators who will help you grow your skills and confidence
Skill development: Strengthen your data analysis, problem-solving, and process improvement skills
A supportive environment: Join a team that values curiosity, questions, and new ideas. Build relationships across supply chain, engineering, and operations teams
Future opportunities: Build experience that can lead to full-time roles in supply chain, operations, or engineering
Who we are
Sobeys is one of Canada’s leading grocery retailers, with more than 1,600 stores across all 10 provinces and banners including Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods, and Lawtons Drug Stores. Our 128,000 teammates and franchise affiliates are passionate about delivering great food and exceptional experiences to our customers and communities.
Learn more about our story and culture:
Total Rewards
We offer a Total Rewards package designed to support teammates at work and in life. Depending on role and eligibility, teammates may receive health and dental benefits, retirement and savings programs including an Employee Share Ownership Plan, a 10% in-store discount at participating banners, virtual healthcare and an Employee and Family Assistance Program, learning and development opportunities, parental leave top-up, and paid vacation.
Sobeys is committed to providing a compensation structure that is flexible, equitable and competitive in the market to enable performance and growth. To learn more about this opportunity including the expected range of compensation in accordance with Pay Transparency Legislation where required please click the “I’m interested” or "Apply" button above. Individual compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity within the range provided.
Additional Information
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We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support efficiencies in the candidate screening, assessment, and recruitment processes. These AI tools do not make hiring decisions on behalf of the Company. Hiring decisions are made by our Hiring Teams.
Sobeys is committed to creating accessible and inclusive hiring processes. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.
Please note: Successful candidates will be required to provide documentation to prove their legal ability to work in the position during the onboarding process. Documentation will be assessed by the employer prior to commencement of work.