Distribution Supervisor

Zimmer GmbH; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical technology company in Mississauga is seeking a Distribution Team Leader to oversee the receiving team at their warehouse. Responsibilities include supervising staff, ensuring accurate receipt of goods, and maintaining compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate must have at least 5 years of experience in a distribution environment and demonstrated leadership abilities. This is an on-site position with expected annual compensation ranging from $65,000 to $75,000 CAD.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a distribution warehouse environment.
• 1 year of supervisory or leadership experience required; 3+ years preferred.
• Experience in any of the receiving/stocking/picking/shipping functions required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of the receiving team.
• Oversee the receipt of goods ensuring accuracy and quality.
• Maintain accurate records using inventory management systems.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP EWM

RF scanning equipment

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Valued Team member: We are glad you are exploring new opportunities within Zimmer Biomet!

What You Can Expect

This role will be responsible for leadership of Distribution Team Members within the Receiving team at the Zimmer Biomet Canada warehouse. Collaborates with Customer Service, Asset Management and Supply Chain to ensure timely and efficient processing of Inbound/Outbound/Inventoried product to and from distribution facilities. Responsible for ensuring the conduct of safe, effective and compliant distribution practices including comprehensive oversight of team members in the accurate performance of a variety of tasks to include Receiving and Put-Away.

This position is on-site 5 days per week, Monday - Friday 8-5pm. Overtime and weekends may be required based on business needs.

How You\'ll Create Impact

• Team management: supervises and coordinates the activities of the receiving team, assigning tasks and providing guidance to new and existing staff.
• Receiving shipments: oversees the receipt of goods and materials from suppliers ensuring that shipments are accurately received.
• Inspection and quality control: verifies the accuracy of received shipments, identifying damages, discrepancies, or shortages.
• Documentation and record keeping: maintains accurate records of received goods using inventory management systems.
• Coordination and communication: collaborates with warehouse, inventory, and procurement teams to ensure smooth logistics flow.
• Safety and compliance: ensures all receiving procedures adhere to safety standards and company policies.
• Stock placement and storage: supervises the proper placement of received items in designated storage areas.
• Continuous improvement: monitors processes and identifies areas for efficiency improvements, recommending and implementing new procedures or technology to streamline receiving operations.
• Reporting and administration: prepares and submits daily, weekly, or monthly reports on receiving activities.
• Problem resolution: addresses and resolves any issues related to receiving discrepancies, damages, or delays, escalating unresolved problems to management when necessary.

This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all of the "essential functions" of the role.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Strong leadership and cross-functional skills; must be able to work within a team environment not only within the organization unit, but also across departments and shifts.
• Display strong ownership and sense of urgency in completion of the tasks at hand.
• Effective problem solving skills, including problem identification, data gathering, solution development, and follow up implementation.
• Basic understanding of quality systems.
• Ability to prioritize personal workload to maintain company efficiencies – time management skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing, with production team members and management in a professional manner.

Your Background

• High school diploma (or equivalent) required plus 5+ years of experience in a distribution warehouse environment
• 1 year of supervisory or leadership experience required; 3+ years preferred
• Experience in any of the receiving/stocking/picking/shipping functions of a distribution function required
• Relevant experience preferred with:
  • EWM management systems, SAP EWM
  • Radio frequency (RF) scanning equipment
  • Inventory management practices
  • Microsoft Suite, specifically MS Excel
  • Operation of a narrow aisle reach truck

Travel Expectations

Less than 5%

Expected Compensation Range

$65,000 - $75,000 CAD Annual

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability