Frontline Distribution Supervisor: Lead Safety and Quality

Canadian Tire; Brampton; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement programs

Performance incentives

Continuing education programs

Career growth opportunities

Product discounts

Mental health benefits

Job summary

Canadian Tire is seeking a Supervisor for its AJ Billes Distribution Centre in Brampton, ON. You will lead a team of frontline employees to safely achieve operational, productivity, quality, and customer service objectives in a fast-paced distribution environment.

You will coach staff, use data to guide decisions, and drive continuous improvement while coordinating resources across departments to hit daily goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a distribution, warehouse, retail distribution, manufacturing, or logistics environment.
• Experience leading frontline teams in a fast-paced operation.
• Strong understanding of safety practices and operational processes; commitment to safety excellence with a demonstrated safety record.
• Certified Designated Trainer (Train-the-Trainer certification), WHMIS/Chemical Handling certification, and TDG knowledge considered an asset.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain positive working relationships across teams.
• Experience reviewing and acting on performance metrics.
• Strong communication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Experience with WMS, labour management systems, voice technology, RF technology, automation systems, DCCS or similar operational systems considered an asset.
• Ability to work full-time 3:45 PM – 1:45 AM, Crew 4.

Responsibilities

• Manage workflow, staffing, labour allocation, and operational priorities; lead daily execution of shift plans to achieve productivity, quality, and service objectives
• Serve as key holder, responsible for security of the facility; assist in areas relating to loss prevention, security, and safety controls
• Play a key role in assisting with Health & Safety initiatives by ensuring all members adhere to proper safety procedures and protocols
• Provide regular coaching and guidance to all team members pertaining to work expectations, accountability, development, and deliverables
• Utilize data and reporting tools to drive informed decisions
• Conduct annual performance evaluations in accordance with demonstrated work deliverables and behaviours; set objectives for team members aligned with business objectives
• Motivate and mentor coaches, designated trainers, and team members
• Coordinate resources across departments to support building-wide operational goals

Skills

Frontline team leadership

Safety awareness

Communication & coaching

Analytical thinking

Performance management

Conflict resolution

Relationship building

Problem solving

Data-driven decision making

Team motivation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Teams

WMS systems

Labour management systems

RF technology

Voice technology

Automation systems

DCCS

Job description

Canadian Tire is seeking a Supervisor for its AJ Billes Distribution Centre in Brampton, ON. You will lead a team of frontline employees to safely achieve operational, productivity, quality, and customer service objectives in a fast-paced distribution environment.

You will coach staff, use data to guide decisions, and drive continuous improvement while coordinating resources across departments to hit daily goals.