Warehouse Manager

Martin Brower•Brampton, ON

24d•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Manager is accountable for ensuring the safe, productive, reliable, timely execution, and monitoring & analysis of all warehouse and inventory control operations within the DC, while supporting all restaurants within its designated region. This role leads and supports the warehouse operations within this 24-7 multi-temp environment. The role is responsible for achieving safety, service and finance goals, through continuous improvement initiatives, innovation and through leadership of the warehouse supervisory team, the inventory control team and warehouse employees.

Requirements

University degree / College diploma in logistics or equivalent experience
Minimum three to five years progressive warehouse and inventory control management experience, with a focus on strong leadership and relationship building skills
Strong work ethic
Excellent time management skills, ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong, interactive team player
Integrative thinker and excellent problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills (verbal and written)
High initiative and self-motivation
Ability to produce accurate and timely reports
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office; (MS Word, Excel, Access, Power Point etc.)
This position must pass a post-offer background and drug test

Nice To Haves

Experience in a high-velocity distribution environment would be a strong asset

Responsibilities

Responsible for the safety of all employees and visitors through compliance of Martin Brower’s Health & Safety policies and provincial legislation
Investigation of accidents and incidents to ensure all reporting is completed
Develop and administer safe warehouse training programs
Actively promote health, safety and wellness to prevent injuries and accidents
Participate in Joint Health and Safety Committee meetings as required, as the senior management member responsible to respond to recommendations and safety issues/concerns raised
Conduct workplace inspections, identify hazards and resolve safety related concerns
Ensure complete and thorough implementation of all preventative or remedial safety measures
Ensure that all injuries, near misses and damages are properly investigated and reported according to Martin Brower procedure and standards; problem solving to identify root causes to prevent recurrences
Ensure that department supervisors are effectively managing the Modified Work Program
Ensure department recognizes and operates in an environmentally competent manner
Act as a Leader in order to achieve Martin Brower Goals and Objectives
Display teamwork and maintain a positive attitude
Develop and maintain effective working relationships
Communicate goals, objectives, strategies, results and plans
Participate in training, inspection, investigation and continuous improvement programs
Foster an environment of positive employee relations and employee involvement
Develop and administer cost effective operational schedules
On-going warehouse employee/inventory control/supervisor training
Responsible to ensure that department achieves operational goals (monthly, quarterly, yearly basis)
Ensure weekly Pride (key performance indicators) reporting is complete and accurate
Manage day-to-day operational expenditures
Prepare monthly, quarterly and yearly financial reports detailing departmental goals, Identifying variances from budget, reasons for variances and in necessary actions needed to reduce costs
Monitor and control variable departmental costs on daily/weekly basis
Review and approval of weekly payroll
Analyze current and future equipment requirements and prepare business cases if needed
Maintain statistical information of warehouse employees, inventory control, equipment, operational schedules and service levels to monitor performance
Act as a Leader in order to achieve Martin Brower of Canada’s Goals and Objectives
Demonstrate teamwork and maintain a positive attitude
Develop and maintain effective working relationships across the company
Ensure a high level of interactivity to maximize co-operation between all departments
Communicate goals, objectives, strategies, results and plans
Participate in training, inspection, investigation and continuous improvement programs
Foster an environment of positive employee relations and employee involvement
Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with the union Chairperson and Stewards
Responsible for the hiring, testing, training, and direction of Department Supervisors
Responsible for the hiring of Warehouse and Inventory Control employees
Assist in the development and regular updating of training plans and ensure effective implementation and use of resources
Create and administer work schedule for Warehouse/IC department
Conduct performance reviews for Supervisors and IC Coordinators regarding salary changes, developmental requirements, promotions etc.
Review of Job Rotation and Attendance Management
Oversee labour relations by managing grievance procedures, discipline, employee concerns, etc., within the parameters of the collective agreement
Ensure compliance with industry, company and sanitation standards, including making sure physical plant and warehouse equipment is free from hazards and meets legislated requirements
Maintain a database for warehouse equipment and facilities; recommend to management equipment that improves operational excellence, organizational leadership or improved earnings/reduced cost
Develop facilities design and improvement plans to management and recommend changes to management that increases work efficiency, which have a positive impact on safety, quality, productivity, including process, procedure, layout, schedule, or staffing changes
Ensure the operations follow all Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR), Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and Good Warehouse Practices (GWP)/Good Drivers Practices (GDP) for transport rules and regulations
Other projects or duties as assigned