Logistics & Warehouse Manager

GDI Ainsworth; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Hybrid working models

Employee discounts

Generous vacation

Job summary

GDI Ainsworth is seeking an experienced Logistics & Warehouse Manager to establish and lead operations at our new central warehouse in Mississauga, Ontario. This role offers the chance to design warehouse processes from scratch and support multiple business units including Electrical, HVAC, Mechanical, BAS, and cleaning services.

You will oversee inventory controls, tool crib operations, and a team of warehouse staff, driving continuous improvement with a focus on safety and efficiency.

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, and material handling.
• Oversee Central Tool Crib operations and ensure asset tracking and maintenance.
• Provide leadership to Tool Crib Manager and ensure inventory accuracy.
• Coordinate inventory levels to support field operations and project schedules.
• Lead warehouse personnel with a focus on safety and continuous improvement.
• Implement inventory management using ERP and WMS.
• Conduct cycle counts and annual inventories.
• Coordinate deliveries, freight, and logistics with vendors and internal departments.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Develop KPIs: inventory accuracy, order fulfillment, tool utilization, availability, turnaround times.
• Collaborate with Operations, Project, Purchasing, Finance, and Service Managers.

Skills

Leadership

Warehouse management

Inventory control

ERP systems

Plan & organize

Safety compliance

Team supervision

Problem-solving

Forklift certification

Microsoft Office

Tools

ERP systems

Barcode/RFID tracking

Microsoft Excel

Inventory management software

Job description

5985 Mclaughlin Rd
Mississauga, ON L5R 1B8, CAN

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.

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:

• Comprehensive health, dental and medical benefits, including wellness supports and generous vacation
• Service milestones and peer recognition plus Employee Discounts and Incentives
• Hybrid working models, where applicable
• 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.