Outbound Warehouse Supervisor

Sysco; Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Pension plan

Stock Purchase Plan

Unlimited online learning

On-site parking

Job summary

Sysco is seeking a Night Shift Warehouse Supervisor in Ontario to manage the selection function and ensure accurate, on-time order departures. You will coach associates, optimize productivity, and maintain safety standards across the site.

The role requires coordinating schedules, training staff, and driving continuous improvement while complying with policies and the food safety program. This position offers growth within a global foodservice leader.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in Logistics/Warehouse role.
• Preferred 5 years’ experience in Logistics/Warehouse role.
• Preferred warehouse supervisory experience.
• High School Diploma required.
• Diploma or Degree in Logistics and/or Operations preferred.
• Knowledge of systems such as SWMS, ADP, CANVAS, Intelex, and labour standard systems.
• Basic proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support warehouse team members with technology systems (Motorola RF scanners, Zebra printers, tablets and CANVAS).
• Provide ongoing coaching, training and encouragement to all associates and support in meeting productivity goals (Engineered Labour Standards).
• Conduct Material Handling Training for associates.
• Ensure safety compliance in accordance with Sysco safety programs and regulations.
• Complete daily proactive safety measures warehouse inspections; coach cards and facility audits.
• Prepare work schedules including vacations schedules.
• Distribute, analyze and work with team members on incentive program.
• Monitor and improve overall productivity.
• Support and comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Manage all aspects of selection, replenishment, assembly of products and loading in a timely manner.
• Generate/analyze productivity reports.
• Manage barriers that cause indirect time.
• Record indirect (work delays) in SWMS.
• Assist Warehouse Manager in budget preparation and monitoring.
• Develop and implement cost reduction action plans.
• Accountable for timecards, approvals and scheduling of direct reports.
• Understand and interpret the CBA when applicable and participate in related procedures.
• Ensure compliance with Sysco’s Food Safety Program and SOPs.
• Assist Food Safety Program Manager to meet third party certifications and customer requirements.
• Promote a safe organization with minimal environmental impact.
• Drive EHS performance and accountability.
• Champion inclusive culture.
• Develop and support high performing talent through hiring, scheduling, coaching and career management.
• Establish clear performance goals and manage performance including rewards.
• Present professionalism and integrity in all interactions.
• Communicate Sysco’s vision and performance clearly across the organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Logistics experience

Supervisory experience

Safety compliance

MS Word/MS Excel

Education

High School Diploma

Diploma or Degree in Logistics/Operations preferred

Tools

SWMS

CANVAS

Intelex

ADP

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Role:

This roleis responsible for managing all activities on the night shift with the primary responsibility of managing the selection function utilizing engineered labour standards and ensuring accuracy of all orders picked and on time departures.

Role Responsibilities

• Support warehouse team members with technology systems (Motorola RF scanners, Zebra printers, tablets and CANVAS)
• Provide ongoing coaching, training and encouragement to all associates and support in meeting productivity goals (Engineered Labour Standards)
• Conduct Material Handling Training for associates
• Ensure safety compliance in accordance with all company safety programs and industry regulations/legislation.
• Complete daily proactive safety measures warehouse inspections, coach cards, observations and facility audits
• Prepare work schedules including vacations schedules
• Distribute, analyze and work with team members on incentive program
• Monitor and improve overall productivity
• Support and comply with all company policies and procedures
• Manage all aspects of selection, replenishment, assembly of products and loading in a timely manner
• Generate/analyze productivity reports
• Manage/Identify barriers that cause indirect time
• Record indirect (work delays) in SWMS (warehouse management system)
• Assist Warehouse Manager in preparation of annual warehouse budget and monitor budget on a weekly basis
• Develop and implement cost reduction action plans
• Accountable for the accuracy of timecards, approvals and scheduling of direct reports
• If applicable, understand and interpret the CBA, participate in grievance, mediation, arbitration procedures at unionized facilities
• Responsible for compliance with all Policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) comprising Sysco’s Food Safety Program, specific for the assigned role.
• Assist Food Safety Program Manager in ensuring compliance to Sysco’s Food Safety Program that leads to compliance with third party certification and customer requirements.
• Understands that their role is critical in creating a safe organization with minimal environmental impact and the value that brings to the organization.
• Is willing to drive Environmental, Health and Safety performance by acting as an example and holding their team accountable to complying with EHS programs, policies, and requirements.
• Enable, champion and embrace an inclusive culture
• Develop and support high performing talent through hiring, scheduling, performance coaching, and career management practices
• Facilitate establishment of clear performance goals; Ensure that performance goals adapt to changing business demands; Identify and manage non-performers in a fair and timely way; Identify and reward top performance; links pay and performance through base, incentive, and recognition programs
• Present oneself in a manner that demonstrates executive maturity, professionalism, trust, confidence, and integrity.
• Communicates broadly and frequently the company’s vision, direction, goals, performance against plan, changes, and expectations through participation in department meetings, one-on-one meetings, and informal conversations with associates
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Skills / Job Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Logistics/Warehouse role
• Preferred 5 Years’ experience in Logistics/Warehouse role
• Preferred warehouse supervisory experience
• High School Diploma required
• Diploma or Degree in Logistics and or Operations preferred
• Knowledge of systems would be considered an asset: SWMS, ADP, Synetellic, CANVAS, Intelex, labour standard system
• Basic proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel

Sysco’s Values

Integrity | Excellence | Teamwork | Inclusiveness | Responsibility

Sysco’s Vision

is to be our customers’ most valued and trusted business partner.

We offer our associates the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds expectations.

Sysco is committed to Employment Equity. Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request for candidates with disabilities.

Here’s a sample of the many benefits Sysco associates enjoy:

• Comprehensive Flexible Benefits including Health and Dental, Health Care Spending and Wellness Accounts
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Company Pension Plan
• Group RRSP
• Employee and Family Assistance
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Unlimited on-line learning through Sysco Interactive University
• Sysco product discounts
• Preferred vendor discounts
• Free on-site parking
• Employee appreciation events
• (*benefits may vary based on location or bargaining unit)

Here’s a sample of the many benefits Sysco colleagues enjoy:

• Comprehensive Flexible Benefits including Health and Dental, Health Care Spending and Wellness Accounts
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Optional Insurance
• Parental Leave Plan
• Company Pension Plan
• Group RRSP & TFSA
• Employee and Family Assistance
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Maple Virtual Care
• Unlimited on-line learning
• Sysco product discounts
• Preferred vendor discounts
• Associate Resource Groups
• (*benefits may vary based on location or bargaining unit)

Company Overview

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

Our Purpose

Connecting the world to share food and care for one another

Our Mission

Delivering success for our customers through industry-leading people, products and solutions

Our Identity

Together we define our future of foodservice and supply chain

Additional Information

This Job Requisition was created with the help of AI. AI will not be used to make hiring decisions or who progresses in the Job Application process. If you have any questions, please reach out to our Talent and Acquisition Team.

This Job Requisition is for an existing vacancy.