Logistics & Warehouse Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Wellness programs

Hybrid work model

Vacation time

Employee discounts

Job summary

GDI Ainsworth is seeking an experienced, hands-on Logistics & Warehouse Manager to establish and lead operations at our new central warehouse in Mississauga. This role involves building warehouse processes from the ground up and supporting multiple units including Electrical, HVAC, Mechanical, BAS, and the Central Tool Crib.

Strong leadership and a focus on safety and continuous improvement are essential. The salary range is $70,000 - $85,000 per year with health insurance and incentives as part

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of warehouse, distribution, or logistics management experience.
• Experience establishing or reorganizing warehouse operations is considered 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 considered 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.
• Valid Ontario driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the warehouse layout, storage systems, inventory controls, and standard operating procedures for the new facility.
• Establish best practices for receiving, storage, picking, shipping, inventory management, and material handling across all business units.
• Oversee the daily operations of the Central Tool Crib, ensuring tools, equipment, and specialty assets are properly issued, tracked, maintained, inspected, and returned.
• Provide leadership and direction to the Tool Crib Manager, ensuring consistent processes, inventory accuracy, preventive maintenance, calibration scheduling (where applicable), and excellent customer service for field personnel.
• Coordinate inventory levels to ensure materials, tools, equipment, and critical spare parts are available to support field operations and project schedules.
• Lead and supervise warehouse personnel while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Implement inventory management processes utilizing ERP and warehouse management systems.
• Conduct cycle counts and annual inventories while maintaining high inventory accuracy.
• Coordinate deliveries, freight, transportation, and logistics with vendors, suppliers, and internal departments.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations, company policies, and warehouse best practices.
• Maintain warehouse equipment and oversee facility organization, housekeeping, and preventative maintenance.
• Develop warehouse and tool crib KPIs, including inventory accuracy, order fulfillment, tool utilization, equipment availability, turnaround times, and service levels.
• Work closely with Operations Managers, Project Managers, Purchasing, Finance, and Service Managers to ensure efficient support for all business units.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory control

ERP systems

Team supervision

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Tools

ERP systems

Barcode tracking

RFID tracking

Microsoft Office

Job description

If you thrive in a team-oriented workplace that challenges your skills, to drive your career development, embraces diversity and rewards innovation, with competitive pay and great employee programs, join the GDI Ainsworth team today!

Job Summary

GDI Ainsworth is seeking an experienced, hands-on Logistics & Warehouse Manager to establish and lead operations at our new central warehouse in Mississauga. This is a unique opportunity to build warehouse processes from the ground up while supporting one of Canada's leading integrated multi-trade service providers. The successful candidate will be responsible for organizing, implementing, and managing all warehouse operations that support multiple business units, including: Electrical, HVAC, Mechanical, Building Automation Systems (BAS) and GDI Cleaning Services, including Electric Motor Repair & Service Shop and Central Tool Crib Operations.

This role is ideal for a motivated leader who enjoys creating efficient systems, leading teams, and driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the warehouse layout, storage systems, inventory controls, and standard operating procedures for the new facility.
• Establish best practices for receiving, storage, picking, shipping, inventory management, and material handling across all business units.
• Oversee the daily operations of the Central Tool Crib, ensuring tools, equipment, and specialty assets are properly issued, tracked, maintained, inspected, and returned.
• Provide leadership and direction to the Tool Crib Manager, ensuring consistent processes, inventory accuracy, preventive maintenance, calibration scheduling (where applicable), and excellent customer service for field personnel.
• Coordinate inventory levels to ensure materials, tools, equipment, and critical spare parts are available to support field operations and project schedules.
• Lead and supervise warehouse personnel while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Implement inventory management processes utilizing ERP and warehouse management systems.
• Conduct cycle counts and annual inventories while maintaining high inventory accuracy.
• Coordinate deliveries, freight, transportation, and logistics with vendors, suppliers, and internal departments.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations, company policies, and warehouse best practices.
• Maintain warehouse equipment and oversee facility organization, housekeeping, and preventative maintenance.
• Develop warehouse and tool crib Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including inventory accuracy, order fulfillment, tool utilization, equipment availability, turnaround times, and service levels.
• Work closely with Operations Managers, Project Managers, Purchasing, Finance, and Service Managers to ensure efficient support for all business units.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of warehouse, distribution, or logistics management experience.
• Experience establishing or reorganizing warehouse operations is considered 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 considered 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.
• Valid Ontario driver's licence.

The salary range is $70,000 - $85,000 per year. Actual salaries will vary based on factors such as education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as alignment with market data. The base salary is just one component of Ainsworth’s total compensation package, which also includes additional rewards and benefits such as short‑term incentives and health insurance, among others.

Why work at GDI Ainsworth?

GDI Ainsworth is growing at an unprecedented rate and to help attract and retain top talent, we provide benefits on your first day with us. We offer a wide variety of benefits including the following:

• Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental and medical benefits, including wellness supports and generous vacation
• Rewards: Service milestones and peer recognition plus Employee Discounts and Incentives
• Flexibility: Hybrid working models, where applicable
• Diversity: An inclusive organization that embraces diversity and belonging; work in a great team atmosphere with future potential for promotion within company

While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

GDI Ainsworth is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified designated group members are encouraged to apply as any reasonable accommodation of qualifications will be considered as per our Accommodation Policy, available upon request.

GDI Ainsworth is an integrated multi‑trade company, offering end‑to‑end services and solutions for all asset maintenance and refurbishment requirements of our customers. We are continually striving to create better and more advanced products as well as provide the highest quality service. We are rapidly growing and need talented professionals to help drive our vision at becoming the best multi‑trade company in the country! Join us... Make a difference.