Logistics Manager

BRC Business Enterprises LTD.; Ontario; On-site; CAD 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Ontario is looking for a Logistics Manager to oversee their logistics team. This role involves strategic leadership, ensuring quality and efficiency in logistics operations, and fostering a positive workplace culture. The ideal candidate will have extensive logistics experience and strong leadership skills. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Dental and Health Benefits

Opportunities for Growth and Advancement

Social and Recreational Activities

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years logistics experience, 3 years supervisory.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage logistics team to meet production and shipping targets.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Continuously improve logistics processes.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Continuous Improvement

Negotiation

Attention to Detail

Education

Diploma or Degree in Logistics

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

ERP / Database Programs

Job description

Tayco is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate leader to oversee our extraordinary Logistics team at our Production Facility in Etobicoke. This role will foster a culture that embodies our core values : ownership, progressiveness, efficiency, and an enjoyable experience.

The Logistics Manager is responsible for the strategic direction and leadership for the Logistics department in pursuance of business goals. Includes development of procedures designed to increase productivity, assure quality, and mitigate production problems. This role is to effectively and efficiently manage the development and directions of the Logistics team to drive the growth of revenue, technical productivity and promote high quality Customer satisfaction while building relationships and ensuring the integration of strategic plans with company operations.

The Logistics Manager will have the opportunity to work with Tayco’s motivated and engaging team, enjoy Tayco’s fantastic culture which has won us our Great Place to Work certification, as well as be an important part of our exciting growth plans.

What You Will Do :

• Plan and establish daily work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet daily production and customer shipping targets.
• Manage the day-to-day activities of the logistics team to ensure the team has collectively achieved and met customer shipping expectations.
• Ensure that logistics schedule objectives are met while meeting quality standards in an efficient, effective, and timely manner in accordance with Health and Safety, Collective Agreement, Quality, ISO 9001-2015, Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement standards, and Tayco policies and procedures.
• Prepare production reports on a timely basis.
• Ensure proper maintenance of pump trucks and all tools. Follow-up repair and maintenance.
• Maintain and control shipping supplies and labels.
• Ensure efficient utilization of storage space and shipment of products.
• Ensure all related Business Operating Procedures are followed.
• Continuously challenge past practices by actively exploring and implementing new solutions and methodologies to improve the quality and time to market of our product and services to the company.
• Instruct workers in safety, including the use of personal protective equipment, maintain proper housekeeping, recognize unsafe work conditions;
• Enforce company and safety rules, document violations and propose necessary disciplinary actions;
• Conduct safety talks, staff meetings and department meetings.
• Ensure all staff is trained and cross trained in various roles and standard operating procedures.
• Be involved in accident / incident investigation programs.
• Ensure that new employees are trained on department hazards and safe operation of equipment.
• Monitor and ensure adherence to internal and external safety, quality, and compliance requirements on an ongoing basis. Ensure WSIB protocols are followed, reported and corrective action steps are taken. Strive to ensure 100% accident-free days.
• Lean Manufacturing and 5S concepts awareness and adherence.
• Ensure harmonious union and management relationships by adhering to Tayco’s policies and the Collective Agreement. Ensure harmonious relationship with Team Members in accordance with Tayco’s Policies. Provide recognition and coaching to staff on a timely and consistent basis throughout the shift. Conduct timely team meetings. Keep minutes; follow up on any issues raised in future meetings.
• Hire staff. Ensure newly hired staff are well oriented and well trained so that they quickly become a happy and productive team member.
• Proactively manage poor performance in accordance with Tayco policies and the Collective Agreement and HR policies.
• Continuously improve processes.
• Adhere to Tayco’s Quality Management System, ISO 9001–2015, Lean Manufacturing and Environmental and Collective Agreement policies and procedures.
• Eliminate cost and / or waste through applying LEAN manufacturing and Continuous improvement suggestions. Continuously improve processes in ensure alignment with long- and short-term strategies and objectives in an effective and timely manner.

We are seeking passionate candidates who possess the following experience and competencies :

• A diploma or degree in logistics.
• A minimum of eight (8) years of logistics experience including a minimum of (3) years of Supervisory experience in a packing, material handling and logistics environment, ideally in a furniture or store fixture environment.
• Proficient with computer applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel. Ideally, knowledgeable of ERP / Database programs.
• Effective leadership skills, with a strong focus on operations and business processes.
• Strong working knowledge and experience with implementing, managing and sustaining Continuous Improvement processes including lean enterprise
• Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability.
• Maintain a level of positivity in the workplace, with the ability to proactively problem solve and issues as they arise.
• A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and people management skills.

Compensation and Benefits :

• Salary Range - $90,000 annually
• Dental and Health Benefits after the first 3 and 6 months of employment
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Great Place to Work Certified!
• Various social and recreational activities

Due to a high volume of applications, only those candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted. If you have any questions or concerns about the role, you can reach out to Devanshi at [e-mail]

Tayco endeavors to fill positions with the best available candidates who have the appropriate combination of education, experience, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Tayco is committed to equity and values diversity. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all genders and sexual orientations, persons with disabilities, Aboriginal persons and persons of a visible minority.