Warehouse Manager

Position Summary 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.

Responsibilities 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.

Position Responsibilities May Include, But Not Limited To

Safety

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

Leadership, Morale, Relationships and Communications

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

Operations

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

Financial Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day operational expenditures

Prepare monthly, quarterly and yearly financial reports detailing departmental goals, identifying variances from budget, reasons for variances and 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

Employee Management

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

Facility & Equipment

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

Salary Range : $110,000 - $120,000 (negotiable)

Qualifications

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

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

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

Benefits At the Reyes Family of Businesses, our Total Rewards Strategy prioritizes the holistic well‑being of our employees. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.

Physical Demands The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees in accordance with applicable law. Requests for accommodation should be directed to your point of contact in the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources departments.

Background Check Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Pay Transparency Our compensation philosophy embraces diverse factors for fair pay decisions, valuing skills, experience, and the needs of our business. Moreover, this role may have the opportunity to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to program rules.

Transparency in the use of AI Our recruitment process may utilize artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled tools, such as virtual assistant, to support candidates in exploring job opportunities, initiating applications, and obtaining answers to common questions. Artificial intelligence (AI) is not used to make final hiring decisions. All employment decisions are made by human reviewers.

#J-18808-Ljbffr