Manager, Distribution Strategy

Lineage; Vaudreuil-Dorion; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the logistics sector is seeking a Manager of Distribution Strategy to oversee warehouse operations and drive performance. The role involves managing a team, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and collaborating with various departments to achieve operational goals. Opportunities for career growth and a commitment to a diverse workplace make this a compelling opportunity.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Life Insurance

RRSP Matching

Paid Time Off

Safe Work Environments

Qualifications

• 4 years of Operations Management experience in Supply Chain or related field.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies like Six Sigma and/or LEAN.

Responsibilities

• Manage, recruit, train, and develop direct reports.
• Plan for and direct warehouse operations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Warehouse Management Systems

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Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Manage, recruit, train, develop, and provide performance feedback to direct reports to ensure productivity, efficiency, and effectiveness.
2. Assist in establishing and achieving warehouse performance objectives (KPIs) and strategic planning.
3. Plan for and direct warehouse operations, including production and labor planning.
4. Partner closely with maintenance and inventory control to meet productivity and service goals.
5. Establish operational procedures for verification of incoming and outgoing shipments, handling merchandise, and maintaining inventory.
6. Ensure operations team compliance with standard work instructions (SWI).
7. Support initiatives to ensure proper receipt, storage, handling, and distribution of food safety, food quality, and employee health and safety at the facility.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

1. Function as a backup to the General Manager.
2. Maintain customer contact as requested by the General Manager.
3. Participate in marketing and sales efforts, including planning new account strategies, prospecting, sales calls, developing and quoting rates, negotiating contracts, and closing sales, when requested.

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience.
• 4 years of Operations Management experience in Supply Chain or related field.
• Proficiency in strategy development, execution, and operational performance management.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies like Six Sigma and/or LEAN.
• Experience managing, training, and developing operational staff.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead discussions, make presentations, and communicate technical results to non-technical audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of dealing with ambiguity.
• Ability to work in cold storage environments as low as -20°F/-25°C and up to 100°F/37°C while wearing PPE.
• Must be able to lift at least 40 lbs./18 kg.
• Comfortable with varying noise levels.

Why Lineage? This role offers a career path within the company, with opportunities for growth and promotion. We value respect, care about our team members, and promote a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits include safe work environments, medical/dental/life insurance, RRSP matching, and paid time off.