Distribution Center Manager

Benjamin Moore & Co•Whitby, ON

About The Position

At Benjamin Moore, we empower our team members to achieve their goals and make a positive impact in our communities. We offer a rewarding and inspiring work environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, and a strong sense of camaraderie. Our culture of excellence and transparency encourages our colleagues to bring their authentic selves and unique perspectives/ideas every day. With 140 years of rich history behind our brand, we know that our people are the driving force behind our success. We believe in investing in our colleagues by offering work-life balance, competitive/ benefits, ongoing learning/continuing education, and skill development. Through a positive and engaging workplace, we facilitate growth, development, and fulfillment for all. Join us and be a part of a brand that inspires creativity, innovation, and passion in support of locally-owned stores around the world. Click here to see how you can paint your future!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics or related discipline in Operations is required
5+ years of experience in Operations with evidence of progressively increasing responsibility, with at least 3 years in a leadership role of a Distribution Facility or Warehouse within the Consumer Products industry
Experience working with Continuous Improvement principles like Kaizen, 5S, Lean, Six Sigma, etc. is required
Experience with Warehouse Management Systems, Transportation Systems, and Warehouse Slotting software
Experience with private fleet management and retail delivery

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree is highly desirable
SAP experience a plus

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with the Continuous Improvement team and responsible for the creation of a Distribution Center-wide culture of continuous improvement that reduces waste throughout all distribution processes using CI Tools as well as Lean techniques around process re-engineering
Responsible for understanding internal and external customer service expectations through establishing and maintaining effective relationships and developing cost efficient strategies to meet service expectations
Implement and enforce all environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure compliance and effectiveness
Drive change in culture towards Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement
Lead and implement Lean Manufacturing projects to address quality, material flow, through-put and productivity improvements and ensure results are sustainable
Develop performance standards and processes for optimizing operations, customer satisfaction, and controlling costs
Obtain and maintain performance metrics requirements for personnel
Develop contingency plans to provide services in emergency situations
Identify new technology through past experiences working with Logistics, transportation and warehousing software around optimization, “asset track and trace” as well as WMS
Proactively source, validate and implement new technology as above, with overall purpose of increasing efficiency and enhancing customer service
Participate and support the development, training, and post auditing of all Standard Operating Procedures
Communicate often and effectively with facility employees on all issues to create an engaged work force
Manage financial goals, capital investment programs, budgets, and operating plans
Measure and report financial performance metrics against budget
Recommend allocations and/or adjustments to Logistics budget in response to changing conditions
Build pipeline of new ideas (kaizen activities) related to cost efficiencies, service enhancements and inventory reduction
Partner effectively with Human Resources on all employee relations and work culture improvements
Ensure compliance on all local, state, and federal laws and regulations