Adidas DC Supervisor

Adidas; Brantford; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Employee retirement plan with employer

Education assistance program

Fitness reimbursement program

Service awards and time off

Job summary

adidas is seeking a DC Supervisor for Shift 1 in Canada to lead a distribution centre team and ensure daily goals, productivity and safety. The role focuses on people leadership, training, and effective communication across departments to support North American growth.

You will monitor labour standards, manage vacations, and drive continuous process improvements while maintaining a positive work environment. English proficiency required.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience of 3+ years in a large-scale distribution centre.
• High school diploma or equivalent work experience.
• Strong knowledge of DC operations and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead staff on shift, supervise functions and training.
• Conduct daily briefings, set expectations and monitor performance.
• Schedule resources, vacations and payroll reporting.
• Provide feedback and drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain safe, productive work environment and compliance.
• Collaborate with other DC departments to ensure flow of information.
• Manage labor standards reporting and performance metrics.

Skills

Leadership

DC operations

Excel

WMS

Communication

English

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Outlook

Word

WMS

Job description

DC Supervisor- Shift 1 (Monday- Thursday 6 AM- 4:30 PM)

Purpose

• Act in a leadership capacity within a distribution centre department to support the North American growth of our brands and participate in the exciting expansion of our DC operations to meet this demand. This vital role connects our processes with our people. Accordingly, DC Supervisors will foster an environment of enthusiasm, action and accountability within their department to promote high levels of productivity and employee engagement while maintaining a safe and respectful workplace.

Key Responsibilities (Functional)

• Maintain a current and thorough understanding of all SOP's relating to the operation of the department.
• Ensure that all staff are properly trained and supervised in the functions they will be completing during their shift.
• Conduct daily briefing meetings with department staff prior to start of shift to communicate expectations for the work to be completed and any special projects or circumstances they need to be aware of.
• Manage resources through scheduling and approving vacations, reallocating staff to cover absences, reviewing hours, and reporting hours worked for payroll.
• Communicate effectively and manage performance on an individual level with all staff in the department, both informally and formally, using the company-provided resources; including, but not limited to, performance evaluation tools and labour management reporting. Continuously provide balanced feedback though acknowledgement of good performance as well as identifying areas for improvement on an ongoing basis.
• Create a positive and productive work environment that engages and motivates associates.
• Ensure that all required department functions are completed on a timely basis, such that daily business goals and customer requirements are met.
• Provide recommendations for continuous process improvement.
• Utilize lead hands effectively to assist with the efficient and safe operation of the department and to ensure that required administrative tasks are completed on a timely and accurate basis.
• Interact with other DC departments as needed to ensure that communication is timely and relevant and the flow of information between departments meets the needs of all.
• Manage the collection, reporting and required feedback regarding labour management standards.
• Maintain and enforce a safe working environment by following all established health & safety policies and procedures. Abide by Occupational Health & Safety Act safety standards, including reporting and investigation of any/all accidents, injuries, damages and potential threats to safety per company policy.
• Document and review with your Manager and the onsite HR Manager any employee conduct problems for possible disciplinary action.
• Act as a change agent in the implementation of new policies, procedures and systems to ensure compliance and adoption.
• Other duties as required and directed by your Manager.

Key Relationships (Global)

• North America DC Operations

Key Relationships (Internal)

• DC Operations Management, Human Resources, IT, Facilities & Maintenance, Security

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of DC operations, including storage methods, powered mobile equipment and material flow.

• Working knowledge of the requirements for the safe operation of powered mobile equipment and conveyor systems.

• Excel, Outlook, Word and working knowledge of WMS principles.
• Excellent command of the English language, both verbally and written.
• The ability to communicate effectively, both on an individual level with team members and across departments within an organization.
• Action oriented, ambitious, motivated, and works with a sense of urgency.

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications

• Leadership experience of 3 or more years within a large-scale distribution centre.
• High school diploma, or demonstrated equivalent skills obtained through previous work experience.

adidas offers a robust and progressive range of benefits, including: health and dental benefits, including prescription drug coverage, out of country coverage, short and long-term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance, and an Employee & Family Assistance Program. Employees are able to enroll in adidas' Retirement Savings Plan with employer match. Qualifying employees are eligible for our education assistance program and fitness reimbursement program.

adidas is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with Disabilities, and will accommodate applicants' needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If selected to participate in an interview, accommodations will be made available on request. Please inform the Recruiter of the accommodation(s) that you may require. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

Employees are eligible to earn an annual bonus based on both company and personal performance. We recognize the commitment of our employees by increasing vacation time with length of service. We also offer Service Awards & Service Time Off during milestone years, paid bereavement leave, and parental leave top-up to eligible employees.

Though our teammates hail from all corners of the world, our working language is English.

The anticipated low and high end of the base pay range for this position is $70,000 CAD - $80,000. Actual salary will be based on various factors, such as a candidate's experience, qualifications, skills and competencies, proficiency for the role.

adidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an equal opportunity employer.