Our client, a Canadian leader in parts distribution, with branches across Quebec, is looking to benefit from the experience of a distribution center director in Montreal to improve operations and support the team of supervisors in place.As a distribution center director in Montreal , you will play a key role in continuous improvement by encouraging practices that promote this objective. You will optimize the distribution chain by strengthening your team and ensuring a healthy and safe work environment.Your Role and Responsibilities : Ensure sound management of all distribution center operations (production, logistics, quality, etc.) in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures.Supervise and support both supervisors and warehouse teams (day and evening), by managing recruitment, training, skills development, performance evaluations, and disciplinary measures if necessary.Train employees in warehouse processes, with an emphasis on the safe use of equipment and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.Plan and manage shipping, receiving, inventory management and product distribution activities and ensure delivery times, etc., in accordance with policies and procedures.Maintain performance indicators and develop new monitoring tools to improve performance (quality, costs and on-time delivery) and implement continuous improvement processes.Participate in various committees, health and safety, sometimes negotiate with the carrier and participate in decision-making.Identify opportunities to reduce costs and optimize distribution processes.Actively participate in projects aimed at improving productivity and operational efficiency.Profile Sought to Successfully Carry Out Your Mission : BAC or DEC in administration, logistics or related.Minimum of 5 years in the distribution field (distribution center, warehouse) with a unionized team.Experience in change management and implementation of continuous improvement processes in a professional environment, holding a Six Sigma certification is an asset.Results-oriented, ability to organize and adapt resources according to needs.Excellent communication skills in French and English, with the ability to collaborate at all levels of the organization.Experience working with unions and proven skills in conflict management.In-depth knowledge of health and safety standards in distribution centers.Be motivated by results, know how to evolve in a fast-paced environment, create relationships and communicate well.Strong computer skills, particularly on MS Excel and Word and WMS system.What you will like about us : Salary starting at $85,000 and up, depending on experience + annual bonus.Group insurance program.Group RRSP.A culture focused on collaboration, encouraging a sense of initiative and creativity.Opportunities for development and advancement within the company.#J-18808-Ljbffr