Distribution Manager

Ariva, a wholly owned and operated Domtar business, offers a spectrum of best‑in‑class solutions to help businesses communicate, collaborate and compete more effectively. Ariva builds on the rich heritage of the Domtar Distribution Group, Canada’s premier source for high quality paper, packaging, and graphic supplies. But we’re much more than a paper distribution company.

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The location in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, is seeking talent to fill the position of Distribution Manager. This job is full‑time permanent.

The Distribution Manager will be responsible for managing the warehouse, delivery operations and maintenance of the organization’s largest Canadian distribution facility of approximately 120,000 square feet. The facility is a two‑shift operation, 5 days a week, utilizing a fleet of 13 trucks for in‑town and carriers for out‑of‑town delivery. Accountable for a $6M operating budget, this individual will provide key leadership in implementing improvements on behalf of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Operate distribution activities at the Mississauga location with budgeted guidelines while providing optimal service to customers through solid collaboration and coordination with the Customer Service, Sales and Marketing, and Purchasing departments.
• Manage the Mississauga location within the guidelines of the collective agreement and maintain clear and open communication lines with the union management group. The individual will be a member of the collective agreement bargaining team.
• Lead the Health and Safety program aimed at providing a healthy and safety‑conscious environment while ensuring compliance with all government regulations.
• Establish the annual operating budget in conjunction with senior management. Make key recommendations with respect to capital expenditures, including sourcing, recommending and the acquisition of fleet and warehouse equipment as well as overseeing major repairs.
• Develop new methods and procedures to improve processes and reduce costs.
• Participate in management meetings and complete all necessary reports.
• Negotiate with suppliers to manage regular equipment and facilities maintenance costs.
• Reassign responsibilities between members of the supervisory team.
• In consultation with human resources, oversee hiring of supervisory, clerical and union staff.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 7+ years of professional distribution experience.
• A College Diploma or equivalent experience is required; University degree would be an asset.
• Proven management and leadership skills as well as a willingness to take a hands‑on role in ensuring that the operation is running smoothly.
• Experience managing within a unionized environment.
• A strong understanding of Warehouse Management Systems as well as familiarity using MS applications such as Outlook and Excel. Knowledge of SAP would be an asset.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to influence and impact others at various levels within the organization to achieve results.
• Knowledge and experience in the area of change management processes and techniques, coupled with experience in implementing and developing continuous improvement programs.
• Able to motivate others; demonstrate sound judgment, be adaptable and flexible.

Personal Attributes

• A strong leader
• Ability to identify areas of opportunity for improvement, invoke the necessary changes and continuously seek out further opportunities for improvement versus maintaining the status quo.
• Able to invest the necessary time to implement / monitor change once implemented.
• Able to work under pressure while remaining professional, perseverant and positive.
• Rational and fair‑minded while still focused on results.
• Must possess and demonstrate attributes in compliance with Domtar’s core values: caring, agility and innovation.

Salary Information

$105,300 to 118,400

You will be required to successfully complete a selection process that could include interviews, an employment background check, a pre‑employment drug and alcohol screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions), and a fitness‑for‑duty test (for some positions).

Domtar is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We are also committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990.

Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. If you are selected to interview, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources team.

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