Lead Warehouse & Tool Crib Operations

Ainsworth; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Hybrid working model

Wellness supports

Generous vacation

Job summary

GDI Ainsworth is hiring an experienced Logistics & Warehouse Manager to establish and lead operations at our new central warehouse in Mississauga. You will build warehouse processes from the ground up and support multiple business units, including Electrical, HVAC, and BAS.

You will oversee tool crib operations, lead the Tool Crib Manager, and drive inventory accuracy while coordinating with various departments to meet project schedules.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of warehouse, distribution, or logistics management experience.
• Experience establishing or reorganizing warehouse operations is a strong asset.
• Experience supporting construction, electrical, HVAC, industrial, mechanical, manufacturing, or service industries is preferred.
• Experience managing tool crib operations or high-value equipment inventory is a significant asset.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control, warehouse optimization, logistics, and material handling.
• Experience with ERP systems, inventory management software, barcode or RFID tracking systems, and Microsoft Office.
• Proven leadership experience managing warehouse teams and supervisory personnel.
• Strong organizational, planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the warehouse layout, storage systems, inventory controls, and SOPs for the new facility.
• Establish best practices for receiving, storage, picking, shipping, inventory management, and material handling across units.
• Oversee the daily operations of the Central Tool Crib and ensure tools and equipment are properly issued and tracked.
• Provide leadership to the Tool Crib Manager ensuring consistent processes and high service for field personnel.
• Coordinate inventory levels to support field operations and project schedules.
• Lead and supervise warehouse personnel with a focus on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Implement inventory management processes using ERP and warehouse management systems.
• Conduct cycle counts and annual inventories maintaining high inventory accuracy.
• Coordinate deliveries, freight, transportation, and logistics with vendors and internal departments.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and warehouse best practices.
• Maintain warehouse equipment and oversee facility organization and maintenance.
• Develop warehouse and tool crib KPIs including accuracy, fulfillment, utilization, and service levels.
• Collaborate with Operations, Project Managers, Purchasing, Finance, and Service Managers to support all business units.

Skills

Warehouse management

Leadership

Inventory control

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Tools

ERP systems

Inventory management software

Barcode/RFID tracking

Microsoft Office

Job description

GDI Ainsworth is hiring an experienced Logistics & Warehouse Manager to establish and lead operations at our new central warehouse in Mississauga. You will build warehouse processes from the ground up and support multiple business units, including Electrical, HVAC, and BAS.

You will oversee tool crib operations, lead the Tool Crib Manager, and drive inventory accuracy while coordinating with various departments to meet project schedules.