Project Specialist - Onsite Support
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, T5S 2V6
Who We Are
Becoming experts on beer doesn't happen overnight - we've been in business since 1927 and today, The Beer Store is the primary distribution and sales channel for beer in Ontario and is owned by 30+ Ontario-based brewers! Through our Retail Stores, Distribution Centres, Draught Services, Customer Experience Centre, and our Corporate Office, we form one large team that is passionate about the beer business. The Beer Store is proud to foster a respectful and inclusive culture that expands and leverages the diverse talents, experiences, and perspectives of our team members to deliver exceptional service for our customers. We continue to be successful by working together, respecting each other, having a positive attitude and by trying new and innovative ideas. Not only are we knowledgeable, passionate, and loyal ambassadors for beer, we’re also health and safety advocates, environmental champions, DEIB enthusiasts and we give proudly back to our communities.
The Role
We are currently seeking multiple Project Specialists for 6-month contract opportunities. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Project Management Office, this role is responsible for supporting the successful execution and implementation of strategic initiatives across multiple locations, with a strong emphasis on on-site operational support. The Project Specialist plays a vital role in ensuring project plans are delivered effectively, operational readiness is achieved, and frontline teams are set up for sustained success. Frequent travel to project sites is required, where the Specialist will facilitate training, resolve implementation challenges in real time, and serve as a key liaison between the central project team and on-site stakeholders. The ideal candidate is hands-on, solution-driven, and excels in dynamic, fast-paced environments where adaptability, communication, and relationship-building are critical to success. This position requires open availability, as scheduling may include a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, based on operational needs.
Location
These roles will be field based requiring frequent travel to our Distribution Centres across Canada. We are welcoming applicants located in Port Coquitlam, BC; Edmonton or Calgary, AB; Regina or Saskatoon, SK; Winnipeg, MB; or Bolton, ON. A valid 'G' class driver's liense and access to a vehicle is required.
What You'll Be Doing
- Execute on-site project rollouts by providing hands-on training, troubleshooting, and go-live support to ensure successful implementation
- Act as the primary liaison between local teams and central project leadership, ensuring smooth execution and change adoption
- Conduct readiness assessments, verify installations, and drive compliance with implementation checklists
- Facilitate timely and effective communication among project teams, operations leaders, and front-line staff
- Build strong working relationships with warehouse and logistics teams to foster collaboration and gather operational insights
- Lead small-group training sessions and provide project updates to varied audiences with confidence and clarity
- Resolve on-site implementation issues in real time and escalate complex problems as needed
- Identify and share improvement opportunities based on field experience to inform continuous improvement and future projects
- Support project planning and coordination activities including site preparation, scheduling, and documentation in partnership with PMO and operations teams
- Perform other related duties and projects as assigned
Who You Are - Your Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Education
- Post-secondary education in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business or related fields
- Ontario Class “G” driver’s license and access to a vehicle
Experience
- Proven experience with TBS and/or BDL operations, including knowledge of logistics, key operational processes and distribution environments
- 2-3 years' experience in operations implementation, or operations support roles
- Experience with issue resolution, change management and on-site problem solving
- Experience working with SAP systems in a business or logistics environment
Skills
- Strong understanding of operational workflows and/or wholesale environments
- Demonstrated ability to work independently while supporting cross-functional teams in fast-paced, operations-based settings
- Willingness and ability to travel frequently to project sites as needed
- Highly motivated, a champion for change
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, confident presenting information to various stakeholder groups, including frontline teams and central project teams
- Demonstrated ability to build strong working relationships and collaborate effectively across project teams
- High level of comfort learning and adapting to new technology, tools and systems
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced dynamic environment
What We Offer
Our success as an organization is a result of our commitment to our greatest strength…our people! We believe that any opportunity we can provide to help further your career growth and development is an investment in not only your individual success, but our overall success as a business. We work to recognize you in meaningful ways including a competitive compensation, incentive pay, a flex health benefits program, employee & family assistance program, defined pension plan with company matching, recognition programs, tuition reimbursement program, hybrid work arrangement, generous paid time off and summer hours program, employee special offers, and a casual dress and work environment.
*Benefits and perks are dependent upon role and status and are subject to change at the sole discretion of the company.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to providing a respectful and empowering workplace that values our greatest resource, our people. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging are essential components of our culture that empower us to meet the needs of our employees, customers and communities. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds including racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and any other characteristic. We’re an equal opportunity employer and provide employment accommodation in accordance with provincial legislation. If contacted for an employment opportunity or testing, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.
We genuinely thank you for your interest in this opportunity with us. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
