Senior Manager/Director Warehouse

PCRecruiter - Recruitment Software & Applicant Tracking System; Guelph; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive sector is seeking a Senior Warehouse Manager to oversee production planning and inventory coordination. The role involves leading a team, optimizing ERP systems, and ensuring operational efficiency through advanced manufacturing strategies. Join a high-performance team dedicated to building the future of manufacturing.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Career development and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of experience in a Tier 1 or OEM automotive environment.
• Candidate must possess knowledge of TPS, 5M1E analysis, and Heijunka boards.
• Proven success in production leveling and safety planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage production schedules based on customer forecasts.
• Lead material planning and inventory management to support manufacturing.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Lean Manufacturing

JIT Systems

Education

APICS/CPIM Certification

Tools

ERP Systems

MRP Systems

SAP

Oracle

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Warehouse Manager with a strong background in Tier 1 or OEM automotive. This role is responsible for overseeing production planning, materials coordination, inventory control, and scheduling to ensure on-time delivery and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage production schedules based on customer forecasts and plant capacity
• Lead material planning and inventory management to support JIT manufacturing
• Maintain and optimize ERP/MRP system accuracy and data integrity
• Monitor and report on KPIs, including on-time delivery, inventory levels, and production performance
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve workflow issues
• Supervise and develop a team of production control planners
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste

Requirements:

• 5–7+ years of experience in a Tier 1 or OEM automotive environment
• Advanced understanding of ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or JIT systems
• Candidate must possess quantifiable working knowledge of TPS, 5M1E analysis, Heijunka boards, and warehouse layout and space planning
• Proven success in production leveling, Kanban production planning & systems
• Demonstrated track record in safety planning and execution
• APICS/CPIM certification preferred

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Career development and growth opportunities

This is an exceptional opportunity to work with the best people and the finest company! Apply today to join a high-performance team and help us build the future of manufacturing. For more information about this opportunity, please contact Jay McKillop: [e-mail]

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