Supervisor, Operations (BDL)

Brewers Distributor Ltd; Calgary; On-site; CAD 66,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Brewers Distributor Ltd is seeking a Supervisor, Operations to lead day-to-day warehouse operations at the Calgary Distribution Centre in a 24/7 environment. You will manage fleet maintenance, staff training and performance, and cost controls while ensuring health and safety compliance and superior service to customers.

Requires 3+ years supervisory experience, 3-5 years operations background, SAP knowledge, and effective leadership in a union setting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Supervisory experience preferred
• 3-5 years of operations experience
• Experience in a unionized environment a strong asset
• SAP is an asset

Responsibilities

• Supervise fleet and equipment maintenance and coordination with dispatchers
• Train and manage employees; performance management
• Ensure vendors meet needs in a cost-efficient manner
• Advise drivers on fleet questions and provide training
• Monitor budgetary accounts and meet cost targets
• Uphold health and safety, operational and budgetary standards
• Demonstrate dedication to customer service
• Handle inventory, quality control and audits
• Maintain fleet policy and regulatory compliance
• Track KPIs to drive data-informed decisions and continuous improvement

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Analytical skills

MS Office

Health & safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Post secondary education asset

Tools

SAP

Job description

Who We Are

Officially established in 1995, but with historical roots dating back to 1971, we know a thing or two about how to deliver beer. BDL is a private joint venture company owned by Labatt Breweries of Canada and Molson Coors Breweries that provides wholesale distribution of beer and the collection of returnable, refillable and recyclable beer containers within the four Western Canadian Provinces, Northwest Territories and the Yukon. Our mission is to serve our customers and communities responsibly and with integrity, striving to deliver superior distribution that is efficient and cost-effective. We’re leaders in providing a healthy and safe working environment, and a role model in environmental leadership with the goal to continuously preserve our planet!

The Role

We are currently searching for a Supervisor, Operations reporting to the Assistant Manager, Operations. This vacancy is a full-time permanent opportunity. The availability to work all shifts in a 24/7 operation is necessary to succeed in this role. As a member of our Distribution team, you will play a critical leadership role in supporting day-to-day warehouse operations in a fast-paced, unionized environment. You’ll be responsible for driving operational performance, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, supporting inventory and fleet management, and delivering exceptional service to our retail and wholesale customers. Success in this role requires strong communication and people leadership skills, sound decision-making, and the ability to motivate and guide teams in a 24/7 environment.

Location

Onsite at the Calgary Distribution Centre

What You'll Be Doing

• Supervise scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of fleet and equipment and coordination of their delivery and return with dispatchers
• Training of new and existing employees and performance management
• Ensure vendors/service providers are meeting the needs of the operation in a timely and cost-efficient manner
• Advise drivers on fleet/equipment related questions and provide training where necessary
• Monitoring fleet related key budgetary accounts and ensure cost targets are met
• Ensure the company’s Health and Safety, Operational and Budgetary efficiencies are met
• Exemplify the Company’s dedication to customer service
• Other responsibilities involve Inventory, Quality Control, and Audit compliance
• Maintain adherence to company fleet policies and regulations
• Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive data-informed decisions and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Perform other related projects and duties as required

Who You Are - Your Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Post secondary education considered an asset

Experience

• 3+ years of Supervisory experience preferred
• A minimum of 3 - 5 years of operations experience
• Previous experience working in a unionized environment would be a strong asset
• Previous experience with SAP is considered an asset

Skills

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• The ability to make sound decisions in a timely fashion
• Proven leadership ability to effectively manage the team of direct reports
• Above average communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety, Ministry of Transportation and WCB regulations

Compensation

Salary range? Yup, we’ve got one: $65,900-$82,400 CAD per year. But here’s the real deal - if you’re the perfect brew of experience, skills, and personality, we’re open to exploring beyond the range. Tell us what you’re working with, and let’s pour over it together.

What We Offer

Our success as an organization is a result of our commitment to our greatest strength...our people! We believe that any opportunity we can provide to help further your career growth and development is an investment in not only your individual success, but our overall success as a business. We work to recognize you in meaningful ways and in addition to providing a competitive compensation, we are pleased to offer incentive pay, a flex health benefits program with no waiting period, defined contribution pension plan with options to contribute and company matching, employee & family assistance program, recognition programs, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, employee special offers, and a casual dress and work environment.

• Benefits and perks are dependent upon role and status and are subject to change at the sole discretion of the company.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to providing a respectful and empowering workplace that values our greatest resource, our people. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging are essential components of our culture that empower us to meet the needs of our employees, customers and communities. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds including racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and any other characteristic. We’re an equal opportunity employer and provide employment accommodation in accordance with provincial legislation. If contacted for an employment opportunity or testing, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.

We genuinely thank you for your interest in this opportunity with us. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.