Distribution Center Manager

At Wolseley Canada, our leading-edge is the knowledge and insight found in every corner of our organization. Here, you’ll build strong relationships and support critical industries that touch the lives of Canadians.

Every day, we show up with intention and pride; in ourselves, our associates, and our customers. You’ll have a solid foundation to try new things, uncover new possibilities, challenge yourself, and grow your career.

Does this sound like somewhere you’d like to be?

Wolseley Canada is the leading wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC / R, waterworks and industrial products in the country and working here means, a network of possibilities, a place you are valued and a higher standard.

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What’s in it for you?

• Regular business hours Monday to Friday
• Comprehensive benefits with premiums fully paid for by the company for the Core package starting the first day of employment.
• Career development and training opportunities
• Life insurance, disability and wellness program
• Retirement savings programs including RRSP and DC pension with up to 5.25% employer contribution
• Paid vacation and sick time and day off on your birthday!
• Bonus programs that include annual performance and profit sharing
• Employee discounts on top brands of plumbing and HVAC / R products
• Education reimbursement for employees
• Employee referral program
• Safety shoe reimbursement

What you will do :

• Promote safe work practices and resolve all safety concerns as identified
• Ensuring the efficient and safe operation of all material handling equipment
• Create a motivational work environment to promote top performance of associates
• Communicate performance standards and coach associates in assigned duties
• Manage shift activities to ensure efficiency and accuracy of service
• Measure, record, and report individual and team performance against standards
• Participate in meetings of the Joint Health & Safety Committee to coordinate safety initiatives
• Maintaining a clean work area and free of all safety hazards at all time
• Take leadership in directing, correcting, and recognizing associates on a regular basis
• Actively involved Process Improvement
• Oversee accident investigation in the event of associate injury or product damage and ensure proper documentation with the associates is being completed
• Complete associate counseling and performance appraisals as required
• Ensure associates are being trained in job duties and are being provided with updates on any changes
• Oversee payroll process to ensure all associates are being paid accurately
• Completing all necessary reports in a timely and accurate manner
• Perform departmental duties, leading by example in daily performance and conduct

What you will bring :

Completion of a college or university program in business administration, industrial engineering or in a discipline related to supply chain logistics;

or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.

• Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in a manager capacity preferred
• Supply chain management experience in distribution or warehousing
• Experience in a logistics environment utilizing WMS and RF technology (HighJump and / or AS400)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, large volume, high-intensity environment, with strong focus on meeting / exceeding measurable metrics
• Ability to foster and develop teamwork with associates
• Experience assisting in implementing continuous improvement programs, with knowledge of working in a LEAN environment is an asset
• Experience promoting and ensuring a quality driven and safety conscious environment
• Demonstrated excellence in customer and internal relationship building
• Must have ability to remain flexible in a dynamic work environment
• Demonstrated knowledge and user experience with Excel, Access, E-Mail, and Word Documents
• Excellent organizational, analytical, prioritization and problem-solving skills
• Possess communication skills including active listening, public speaking, written documentation, verbal instruction, training and development
3 days ago