Supervisor Warehouse

Loblaw Companies Limited; Ajax; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian grocery retailer is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to oversee shift teams and ensure efficient operations at their distribution center. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of supervisory experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and excellent leadership skills. Flexibility to work various shifts is required. The company promotes a collaborative environment and offers comprehensive training along with competitive benefits. This role presents an excellent opportunity for adaptive individuals who are passionate about operational excellence.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Progressive career opportunities

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of supervisory or management experience in a distribution or warehouse setting.
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including weekends.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills with the ability to manage team performance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead the shift workforce, ensuring productivity and safety.
• Organize retail and non-retail loads and assign drivers.
• Train, coach, and support team members on policies and procedures.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Problem-solving abilities

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Job description

At Loblaw, we help millions of Canadians get through their best days, worst days, celebration days, and every day. Through our innovation and quality products, we’re here for our friends, neighbours, family members and colleagues. We succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. We’re looking for adaptable people who are thrilled to join us in our goal of helping Canadians Live Life Well®. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong. We promote leaders at every level and support our people to follow their passion.

Shift: Morning , afternoon, night (Must be Flexible to work in all Shifts)

What You Will Do

As a Warehouse Supervisor, you will play a key leadership role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our facility. You will be responsible for overseeing a shift team and supporting day-to-day distribution functions including inventory, safety, and personnel development.

• Supervise and lead the shift workforce, ensuring productivity, safety, and schedule adherence.
• Plan and coordinate the proper sequencing of assembly, loading, receiving, and shipping activities.
• Ensure accurate handling and movement of products and materials.
• Maintain the integrity of inventory and ensure compliance with inbound and outbound processes.
• Resolve personnel, equipment, and workflow issues in a timely and effective manner.
• Review emails, confirm all loads are printed and drivers are assigned a match (reconcile), ensure loads are being completed
• Organize retail loads, non-retail loads and consolidate
• Select drivers based on operational needs and assign suitable route
• Assign drivers via driver app
• Provide update to following shift upon their arrival (including DP times, load types, non-retail load update, other critical information)
• Maintain security and safety protocols throughout the distribution centre.
• Train, coach, and support team members on policies, procedures, systems, and best practices.
• Complete shift reports and documentation (e.g., incidents, disciplinary reports).
• Facilitate smooth communication and hand-offs between shifts.
• Foster a positive and visible presence on the floor to support a high-performing team culture.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support warehouse operations.

What You Will Need

• 1–3 years of supervisory or management experience in a distribution or warehouse setting.
• Computer systems knowledge (MS Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Experience with Distribution Operations and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts (morning, afternoon, night), including weekends.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills with the ability to manage team performance.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) is an asset.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative mindset with a commitment to teamwork and operational excellence.
• Prior experience in a transportation environment is preferred

Loblaw is committed to sustainability by sourcing products with integrity and making a positive difference in the community. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

Employment Type: Full time

Type of Role: Regular

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Please Note: Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.