Warehouse & Logistics Manager

Waterplay Solutions Corp • Kelowna, BC

19d • Onsite

About The Position

We are MAKRs – Our common goal, our passion, is to create global communities connected through play and social experiences. The MAKR Group is comprised of three brands: Waterplay, a global splash pad provider; Parkworks, a Western Canadian park space supplier; and Wekid Mfg., Canada’s most playfully professional steel manufacturing team. With tens of thousands of play and park space installations worldwide, we’ve helped millions of people of all ages and abilities access fun, inviting, and “go-backable” recreation spaces. What makes us jump out of bed every morning is knowing we’re integral to creating these meaningful places, and we need people like you to help us build them! You’re an experienced warehouse leader who thrives on building strong teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring safe, efficient operations. You have the organizational and leadership skills to plan, direct, and oversee multiple departments, while still being willing to roll up your sleeves and support technical operations when needed. You’re a communicator, coach, and problem-solver who drives continuous improvement and motivates teams to deliver quality results. You inject fun into all aspects of your work and invite others to do the same. The Warehouse and Logistics Manager provides strategic and operational leadership across logistics and warehouse functions to ensure reliable supply, optimized cost, and world-class service performance. This role is accountable for developing end-to-end fulfillment and distribution strategies, driving cross-functional collaboration, and building a high-performance, safety-first operations culture.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or logistics leadership
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with materials, fabrication, inventory systems, and ERP platforms
• Expert level proficiency in Excel
• Understanding of project management disciplines and best practices
• Highly organized with the ability to deliver detailed, accurate work in a timely manner
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in team environments

Nice To Haves

• Professional designations (SCMP, CPSM, APICS/CSCP) are an asset

Responsibilities

• Oversee integrated manufacturing, warehouse, and logistics operations to ensure reliable production flow, service level achievement, and operational efficiency.
• Develops and executes inventory, distribution, and logistics strategies that ensure supply continuity and scalable operations.
• Builds high-performing teams through coaching, performance management, succession planning, and leadership development.
• Ensures all operational areas operate safely and comply with regulatory, environmental, and trade requirements.
• Drives cost optimization across logistics and operations while protecting product quality and customer service.
• Implements Lean, Six Sigma, and operational excellence initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and standardize processes.
• Ensures ERP and operational systems produce reliable data, actionable insights, and operational transparency.
• Build strategic partnerships with suppliers, logistics providers, and service partners to improve resilience and performance.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary starting at $80,000 - $100,000, plus the potential to earn more through an annual bonus
• 3 weeks of paid vacation and 5 wellness days that can be used flexibly to cover illness, injury, or personal time off
• A flexible work schedule
• Opportunity to enroll in our comprehensive group benefits package, registered retirement savings plan (RRSP), and deferred profit-sharing plan (DPSP) after three months of employment
• Access to free and confidential counselling, coaching, and resources through an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Professional development opportunities to help you grow your skills and career
• Safety reimbursement for eligible expenses such as safety shoes, prescription safety glasses, and custom hearing protection
• A fun, people-first culture with product “testing”, catered lunches, contests, silent auctions, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees