Director, Operations

Core-Mark International; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 132,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Core-Mark International is seeking a Director of Operations to lead our warehouse and transportation functions and drive efficiency across the Operating Company. You will oversee day-to-day operations, implement best practices, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

The role requires a strong background in operations management, exceptional leadership, and a track record of optimizing processes for productivity and profitability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years in warehouse and transportation leadership?
• 2–3 years in a leadership role managing >150 direct/indirect reports.

Responsibilities

• Oversee warehouse and transportation operations including receiving, stocking, picking, packing, delivery, maintenance, security and safety.
• Coordinate scheduling and delivery of incoming and outbound product to ensure timely, high-quality performance.
• Develop and monitor SOPs for warehousing, transportation, inventory and security.
• Negotiate with vendors for packaging materials and supplies.
• Lead managers and associates; oversee staffing, training, coaching, and performance management.
• Monitor productivity and quality plans; adjust resources to meet standards.
• Ensure compliance with OHSA, MOT, and safety requirements; manage inventory counts and cycle counts.
• Collaborate with DC and transportation teams on training programs and profitability reviews.
• Assist sales and resolve operations or product quality issues with customers.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Communication

Lean/Six Sigma

Tools

Lean/Six Sigma

Job description

Primary Responsibilities

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic-minded Director of Operations to lead our operational efforts and drive efficiency for the Operating Company. In this role, you can expect to be given challenging assignments throughout the company and take on some of the most complex problems. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in operations management, excellent leadership skills, and a proven track record of optimizing processes to enhance productivity and profitability. As the Director of Operations, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing day-to-day operations, implementing best practices, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic-minded Director of Operations to lead our operational efforts and drive efficiency for the Operating Company. In this role, you can expect to be given challenging assignments throughout the company and take on some of the most complex problems. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in operations management, excellent leadership skills, and a proven track record of optimizing processes to enhance productivity and profitability. As the Director of Operations, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing day-to-day operations, implementing best practices, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Compensation

$132,000 - $150,000 with a 30% bonus potential

Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Oversees efficient operations of warehouse and transportation functions, including receiving, stocking, picking, packing, delivery, equipment maintenance, security, and safety.
• Oversees all scheduling and delivery of incoming product and outbound product/customer deliveries. Manage department to achieve appropriate timeliness of delivery and highest quality of product.
• Develops, implements and monitors standard operating procedure for warehousing, transportation, inventory, and security.
• Negotiate with vendors/suppliers for packaging, shrink wrap, pallets, parts, and other necessary items.
• Leadership of managers and associates to include, but not limited to: staffing, training, coaching, performance management and problem resolution. Ensures staff maintains a level of professionalism, competency and motivation through the direction of selection, development and ongoing evaluation.
• Develops, implements, and monitors warehouse and transportation employee productivity/quality action plans in accordance with the standards developed by the operations group.
• Determines warehousing and transportation personnel and equipment requirements by evaluating warehouse activities, projected volumes, and product mixes in accordance with productivity standards.
• Ensures company, OHSA, and MOT standards for warehousing, distribution, and employee safety are met.
• Implements procedures for handling customer returns, vendor returns, and obsolete inventory. Performs periodic physical inventory counts. Performs cycle counts and investigates redlines to keep perpetual inventory system accurate.
• With the corporate operations group, identifies requirements and implements training programs for the DC warehouse and transportation employees.
• Meets regularly with OpCo President to discuss planned versus actual profitability, capital expenditures, employee productivity, and other relevant issues.
• Supports Risk Management in investigating and monitoring accidents to identify root cause and take corrective actions. Works with Human Resources group to develop OpCo training and incentive programs to improve transportation and safety.
• Participates in sales effort by assisting sales personnel with presentations, as necessary, as well as working closely with customers for resolution of problems in operations or product quality.
• Ensure effective cooperation and communications with other departments.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate should possess:

• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve goals.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Solid understanding of budgeting, financial management, and risk analysis.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in project management and process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma is desirable.

Required Qualifications

• 5-7 years warehouse and transportation management experience
• 2-3 years in a leadership role for a team of >150 direct and indirect reports.

Compensation

Salary range will be $130-$150k.