Manager Unit

Purolator Inc.; Prince George; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Purolator Inc. in Prince George, BC, is seeking a Unit Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation of the terminal and regional operations, leading a team to safety, service, and productivity.

Based at the Prince George depot, the role requires coordinating warehouse and delivery operations, managing unionized staff and Owner Operators, and driving an exceptional customer experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in a management role.
• Transportation industry experience is considered a strong asset.
• Experience working in a unionized environment is considered a strong asset.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate teams while fostering a positive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Exemplifies and consistently demonstrates core competencies of communication, innovation, change management, relationship building and leadership.
• Energetic leader with strong motivation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent problem solving skills.
• Ability to coordinate a wide variety of duties and responsibilities and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment.
• Present a professional and positive image.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Change management

Relationship building

Innovation

Job description

It’s not a package. It’s a promise®. As Canada’s leading integrated freight, package, and logistics provider, we’ve been helping promises get where they need to be for more than 60 years. How does the magic happen? The journey starts with you. The places we go, the elements we brave, the promises we deliver – it’s all possible because of our people. So, whether you’re looking to build new skills, make an impact in your community, or inspire your team, we go there for you.

Description

As a Unit Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operation of the terminal and regional operations, leading employees to achieve safety, service, and productivity goals while delivering an exceptional experience for our customers and supporting the development of your team. This full-time, permanent position is based out of our Prince George depot and operating hours are Monday to Friday. Flexibility may be required to meet operational requirements.

• Manage and supervise warehouse and delivery operations of the Prince George and surrounding depots in Northern BC.
• Manage a group of unionized employees and Owner Operators.
• Create a positive work environment, building employee loyalty and a team atmosphere.
• Responsible for achieving objectives as outlined in the operational scorecard.
• Responsible for managing performance of employees as per operational standards and indices.
• Improve operational standards through reviews of employee performance, coaching, counseling and recognition.
• Responsible for communicating and implementing policy, procedure or programs.
• Responsible for completing a variety of reports and documents.
• Travel may be required to sub-depots or other locations, as required
• All other related and assigned duties.

Responsibilities

• Exemplifies and consistently demonstrates our core competencies of communication, innovation, change management, relationship building and leadership.
• Energetic Leader with strong motivation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent problem solving skills.
• Ability to coordinate a wide variety of duties and responsibilities and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment.
• Present a professional and positive image.
• Exemplifies and consistently demonstrates our core competencies of communication, innovation, change management, relationship building and leadership.

Experience

• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in a management role
• Transportation industry experience is considered a strong asset
• Experience working in a unionized environment is considered a strong asset
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate teams while fostering a positive team environment

Language Requirement

There are no language requirements for this position.

POSTING DETAILS

Location: 441 - Prince George. Working Conditions: Office Environment; On the Road; Outdoors; Warehouse Environment. Reports to: Senior Manager Operations. Purolator is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all qualified applicants and provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request. Purolator complies with Canadian law in all recruitment practices. During pre-screening, we may use an Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool, supported by human oversight, to efficiently manage tasks such as resume screening and candidate matching, enabling our team to connect with qualified candidates faster. Personal information is used solely for recruitment and managed in accordance with privacy legislation. For AI-related inquiries only, contact [e-mail]. We recognize that employees and their families are essential to our success. We strive to provide a safe, healthy, and supportive workplace, ensuring the right people have the tools they need to thrive. Every day at Purolator is an opportunity to connect with colleagues, customers, and communities to make a positive impact. Learn more about our values at www.purolator.com.