Distribution Centre Manager

IPEX by Aliaxis; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

IPEX by Aliaxis in Edmonton, Alberta seeks a Distribution Centre Manager to lead one of Canada’s largest distribution operations. You will oversee a major warehouse and pipe yard, drive performance, ensure inventory accuracy, uphold safety, and support customers across the region.

This hands-on leader will build strong teams and deliver measurable business impact. The role reports to the Regional Distribution Center Manager and requires 3–5 years of leadership in distribution, with proficiency

Qualifications

• Completion of a college diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum 3-5 years of leadership experience in distribution, warehouse, or logistics environments
• Experience in a unionized environment is an asset

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall performance of the Edmonton distribution operation, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable movement of products while delivering an exceptional customer experience.
• Develop and inspire a team of supervisors and employees by fostering a collaborative, engaged, high-performing culture.
• Drive operational excellence by establishing clear performance objectives, monitoring key metrics, and implementing improvements.
• Optimize inventory accuracy and warehouse performance through effective inventory controls and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Champion health and safety programs and regulatory compliance, creating a safe work environment.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution and achievement of business objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

KPI reporting

Budgeting

Decision making

Communication

Problem solving

Microsoft Excel

MS Word/Outlook

Education

College diploma in Logistics or Supply Chain

Related field experience

Tools

SAP

RF environment

Inventory management software

Job description

IPEX is one of the North American leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy.
We currently have an exciting opportunity as a Distribution Centre Manager. This role is based in our Edmonton, Alberta facility and reports to the Regional Distribution Center Manager.
Do not miss the opportunity to join a diverse group of people-centric professionals, thought leaders and rapid thinkers, entrepreneurs in spirit and status quo-fighters!

Job Summary

As a Distribution Centre Manager, you will lead one of IPEX's largest distribution operations in Canada, overseeing a major warehouse and pipe yard operation that plays a critical role in supporting customers across the region. You will have the opportunity to influence operational performance, inventory accuracy, safety, and service excellence while leading a team committed to continuous improvement and collaboration.
This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who enjoys building strong teams, optimizing operations, and creating meaningful business impact.

Principal Responsibilities

• Lead the overall performance of the Edmonton distribution operation, ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable movement of products while delivering an exceptional customer experience.
• Develop and inspire a team of supervisors and employees by fostering a collaborative, engaged, and high-performing culture that supports both individual and operational success.
• Drive operational excellence by establishing clear performance objectives, monitoring key metrics, and implementing improvements that enhance productivity, service levels, and quality outcomes.
• Optimize inventory accuracy and warehouse performance through effective inventory controls, analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives that support business and customer needs.
• Champion health and safety programs and regulatory compliance, creating an environment where employees can perform their best while maintaining the highest safety standards.
• Partner with cross-functional teams across transportation, production, procurement, deployment, and customer service to ensure seamless execution, operational alignment, and achievement of business objectives.
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Completion of a college diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 3-5 years of leadership experience within distribution, warehouse, logistics, supply chain, or related operations environments.
• Experience working in a unionized environment is considered an asset.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with inventory management, KPI reporting, budgeting, and operational analysis.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with employees, leaders, and stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in an RF environment and SAP is considered an asset.
• Successful completion of a C-TPAT background check is required.
  

IPEX is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR at [e-mail].