manager, warehouse

Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services - CFMWS; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 108,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent national service organization is seeking a Warehouse Manager in Yellowknife. This role involves managing the retail warehouse operations for the Canadian Armed Forces and partner nations, ensuring efficient inventory control, and developing vendor relationships. The ideal candidate will have a college diploma in Business Management, experience in retail and logistics management, strong leadership skills, and the ability to adapt to changing environments. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $108,540 to $122,100 per year.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail management and warehouse/logistics management.
• Ability to lift, carry, pull, or push heavy items.
• Completion of CPR and Basic First Aid qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the warehouse.
• Develop business opportunities with local vendors.
• Maintain inventory records and produce accountability reports.

Skills

Retail management

Teamwork

Client focus

Organization

Communication

Leadership

Education

College diploma or certificate in Business Management or related field

Job description

Warehouse Manager

Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS) offers a unique opportunity for a deployed Warehouse Manager to manage the retail warehouse for the Canadian Armed Forces and partner nations for six months overseas.

CFMWS is a community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans, and their families. We provide programs and services that enhance mental, social, physical, financial, and familial well‑being.

The Role

The Warehouse Manager will oversee day‑to‑day operations of the warehouse, including:

• Developing business opportunities with local vendors and internal CFMWS retail resources
• Receiving and verifying delivery of merchandise
• Maintaining inventory records and producing accountability reports
• Preparing deposits and supervising warehouse staff

This fast‑paced, land‑based role requires adaptability to a constantly changing environment and a strong team‑player attitude.

Qualifications

• College diploma or certificate in Business Management or a related field
• Canadian citizenship and a valid Canadian passport
• Valid Canadian driver's licence (Class G or Class 5)
• Experience in retail management, delivering employee training, warehouse/logistics management, and using point of sale systems
• Competencies in client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership
• Completion of health, dental and psychosocial assessment; security screening; current CPR and Basic First Aid qualifications
• Ability to walk and lift, carry, pull or push heavy items

Language Requirements

English – Essential

Job Information

• Location: Yellowknife, NT (On site)
• Salary: $108,540 to $122,100 per year
• Terms of employment: Full time, contract
• Start date: As soon as possible
• Vacancies: 1