Logistics Supervisor

Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Formed from leading bakery companies, its innovative food portfolio includes breads, artisan breads, buns, cookies, donuts, muffins and pastries from beloved brands like ®, ®, and ®.

With 14 bakeries in North America, we are committed to driving innovation, predicting upcoming consumer trends and flavors, and exceeding our customers’ expectations.

Aspire Bakeries champions the values of Integrity, Ownership, Customer Focus, Creativity and Care to help us deliver on People Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Collaboration.

The Logistics Supervisor oversees a team of operators, managing inventory and shipments, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Key responsibilities include coordinating staff activities, maintaining accurate records in ERP systems, and liaising with transport providers for timely deliveries.

The position requires strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain a safe and productive work environment while upholding the company's cultural values.

Responsibilities

• Manage Operator activity including payroll timesheets, scheduling, overtime, and overall performance.
• Monitor staff performance including the timely completion of individual performance reviews.
• Provide direction and support to Logistics Lead, and build team bench strength for coverage
• Working with Logistics Lead, provide work instructions to a team of Logistics Operators.
• Provide excellent leadership by example from the floor to everyone on your shift, acting with honesty and integrity and ensuring that the cultural values of ASPIRE BAKERIES are being promoted for employees.
• Coordinate the timely receipt, storage, and issue of raw materials to manufacturing and the loading and dispatch of finished products.
• Accurately record PO receipts and outbound shipment details in the company’s ERP, and Warehouse Management System (SAP).
• Effectively use the RF (radio frequency) system and resolve issues
• Work with the Inventory team to ensure the accuracy of the inventory including Finished Goods, Retention Pallets, R&D Foods, and Holds.
• Participate in audits and monthly inspections.
• Liaise with transport service providers to ensure on-time’ deliveries of raw materials and outbound shipments to the customer.
• Complete relevant transport documentation and daily activity reports.
• Prepare and discuss monthly action plans to address performance gaps
• Safely operate Materials Handling Equipment when required.
• Ensure a positive and constructive work environment through effective communication and the quick resolution of issues.
• Ensure all employees are aware of their responsibilities specific to food safety, legality, and quality.
• Maintain a safe work environment by keeping the work area clean and clear of hazards. Report and address unsafe conditions immediately.
• Maintain the required hygiene, safety, and quality standards on the production floor
• Ensure all Food Safety programs are strictly adhered to.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 (OSSGD), reference will be given to candidates who hold a post-secondary education
• Must have at least one year of previous Forklift Truck driving experience (Counter Balance)
• At least 3-5 years of supervisory or leadership experience would be preferred.
• Excellent communication skills; both written and oral.
• Must be competent with numbers and be able to demonstrate a high degree of PC literacy.
• Trained in Health and Safety due diligence, experience conducting Risk Assessments
• Interpersonal skills to maintain a positive employee relations climate
• SAP experience would be an asset

We thank each applicant for taking the time and effort to submit your resume, however, only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

Our organization is committed to promoting the independence, dignity, integration, and equality of opportunity of persons with disabilities by ensuring the accessibility of our facilities and services.

Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance.