Supervisor, Distribution

Southwire Company; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pension Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Advancement & Growth

Employee Assistance Program

Long & Short-Term Disability

Job summary

Southwire Company, LLC is seeking a Distribution Manager to oversee the distribution operations, inventory, and transportation to optimize performance while ensuring safety and quality.

The role requires 5–7 years in distribution/logistics, a High School Diploma, and willingness to travel across Canada, the United States, and Mexico. You will coach staff, drive process improvements, manage KPI reporting, and align activities with production schedules.

Qualifications

• Minimum education is a High School Diploma.
• 5–7 years of distribution/logistics experience.
• Willingness to travel across Canada, the United States and Mexico.

Responsibilities

• Manages day-to-day operations of the distribution team.
• Leads the distribution team by assigning tasks and priorities.
• Coordinates with other departments to align distribution with production and inventory needs.
• Evaluates performance and provides coaching and development.
• Implements and enforces safety policies to ensure compliance.
• Develops workflows and strategies to optimize distribution activities.
• Coaches staff to ensure successful integration into the team.
• Assists management in addressing operational issues and opportunities.
• Generates reports on distribution activities and KPIs for senior management.

Skills

Workflow Management

Safety Standards

Change Management

Process Improvement

Accountability

Shipping & Receiving

WMS

Relationship Building

Quality Control

Inventory Control

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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If you are looking to grow your career by digging your hands into various aspects of wire and cable manufacturing in a fun, innovative and diverse culture, then this is the job for you!

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuitionreimbursement andunlimited growth opportunities. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinginnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what’spossible?

Travel Requirements: In this position, you must be able to travel throughout Canada, the United States, and Mexico as may be required from time to time.

Job Summary

Oversees the distribution operations, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of products. Manages logistics, inventory, and transportation processes to optimize distribution performance. Ensures compliance with safety standards and improves operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages day to day operations of the distribution team, ensuring timely and accurate completion of tasks while aligning with overall departmental goals.
• Leads the distribution team by assigning tasks, setting priorities, and ensuring the team meets production and distribution targets.
• Coordinates with other departments and supervisors to align distribution activities with production schedules and inventory management requirements.
• Evaluates performance of team members, providing coaching, feedback, and developmental opportunities to ensure continued growth and efficiency.
• Implements and enforces safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry regulations and company standards.
• Develops workflow processes and strategies that optimize distribution activities, identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices.
• Coaches less experienced staff, providing guidance and mentorship to ensure their successful integration into the distribution team.
• Assists manager in identifying and addressing operational issues and opportunities to improve overall distribution performance.
• Generates reports on distribution activities and key performance indicators, presenting data to senior management for review and decision-making.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• Manages staff performance and development, coaching team members to achieve their full potential in contributing to the department's goals.

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: High School Diploma

Years of Experience: 5-7 Years

Preferred Education & Experience

Specialized Degree: None

Licenses/Certificates: None

Years of Experience: 8-11 Years

Field of Expertise: None

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: Yes

Travel

Travel: None

Physical Requirements

Carrying/Lifting: 5% Weight: 45

Climbing: 5%

Kneeling/Stooping: 5%

Walking: 50%

Pushing/Pulling: 5% Weight: 0

Working Conditions

Office

Plant/Warehouse Floor

Extreme Heat/Cold

Equipment

Computer/Keyboard

Safety Glasses

Safety Shoes

Safety Vest

Radio/Walkie

Attracts Top Talent

Communicates Effectively

Courage

Decision Quality

Drives Results

Skills

Workflow Management

Safety Standards

Change Management

Process Improvement

Accountability

Shipping And Receiving

Warehouse Management Systems

Relationship Building

Quality Control

Inventory Control

• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Pension Plan
• One-on-one financial coaching with an independent Certified Financial Planner
• Personal Days
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities