Kent Building Supplies is committed to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all new team members. As we continue to grow, we’re piloting a centralized approach to onboarding to ensure consistency, engagement, and a smooth transition into our organization.
We are seeking a highly organized and people-focused Centralized Onboarding Coordinator to lead and support onboarding activities across our district. This role will be instrumental in shaping the onboarding experience for new hires, ensuring they feel connected, informed, and set up for success from day one.

This is a part-time position up to 40 hours/ week as needed. Candidates must be able to work Monday to Friday 8am-5pm.

• Collaborate with HR Business Partners, hiring managers, and trainers to deliver a unified onboarding experience across all locations.
• Monitor onboarding activities and leverage feedback and data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners, hiring managers, and trainers to deliver a unified onboarding experience across all locations.
• Monitor onboarding activities and leverage feedback and data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for new hires, offering guidance and support throughout their onboarding journey.
• Troubleshoot onboarding challenges and provide prompt, effective solutions.
• Contribute to the development of onboarding strategies using data insights and employee feedback.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable using digital tools and platforms for scheduling, reporting, and communication.
• Experience with data collection and reporting in an HR or administrative context is an asset.
• Passion for creating positive and inclusive employee experiences.

Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. With 48 locations and an ecommerce website, our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior customer service and know-how, quality products, and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values. We employ over 3,700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. We focus on the development of our people and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative and the ARENA buying group which ensures our great product selection and pricing
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted

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