Warehouse & Logistics Lead

Nutritionforlearning; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutritionforlearning in Kitchener is seeking a Warehouse & Logistics Lead to oversee daily operations and ensure efficient food procurement and supplies delivery for student nutrition programs. This role includes leading a team and maintaining strong relations with suppliers while managing inventory accurately.

The ideal candidate has a background in logistics and food safety, is organized, and can efficiently coordinate fleet and warehouse activities. This is a permanent full-time position with a compensation range of $65,000-$72,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in leading warehouse and logistics operations.
• Ability to maintain supplier and community relationships.
• Proficiency in inventory management and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily warehouse and logistics operations and workflow.
• Coordinate food procurement and supplier communication.
• Ensure food safety and operational efficiency.

Skills

Leadership in warehouse operations

Inventory management

Supplier relationship management

Food safety compliance

Logistics coordination

Job description

Warehouse & Logistics Lead

Reports to: Director of People and Operations
Direct Reports: Full and Part-Time Drivers
Compensation: $65,000-$72,000 per annum
Type: Permanent Full-Time • 37.5 hours weekly
Location: In-Warehouse (Kitchener)

Job Purpose

Student nutrition initiatives continue to grow across Waterloo Region, increasing the importance of efficient warehouse operations, reliable procurement practices, and effective delivery logistics. The Warehouse & Logistics Lead is responsible for coordinating the movement of food and supplies from suppliers to schools while ensuring inventory accuracy, operational efficiency, food safety, and exceptional service. This role supports the day‑to‑day execution of warehouse and logistics activities while helping build systems and processes that can scale alongside the organization’s continued growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily warehouse and logistics operations and workflow coordination.
• Coordinate food procurement activities including ordering, supplier communication, and inventory replenishment.
• Build and maintain strong, respectful relationships with suppliers, vendors, and community partners.
• Support cost‑effective purchasing practices while ensuring product quality and availability.
• Monitor inventory levels and proactively coordinate procurement activities to minimize shortages and waste.
• Organise and oversee the preparation of daily delivery loads, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate shipping, receiving, inventory movement, and warehouse storage activities.
• Ensure accurate picking, packing, order verification, and count sheet completion.
• Lead inventory counts and maintain inventory accuracy and reporting.
• Ensure FIFO compliance and proper food storage and rotation practices.
• Support warehouse cleanliness, food safety standards, and 5S workplace organization.
• Coordinate fleet readiness, route planning, and delivery efficiency initiatives.
• Schedule and coordinate preventive maintenance for vehicles and warehouse equipment.
• Safely operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
• Support operational planning and logistics coordination to meet the needs of expanding school nutrition programs.
• Maintain accurate procurement, inventory, receiving, and operational records.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in warehouse flow, logistics, inventory control, and procurement processes.
• Support warehouse volunteers, drivers, and logistics personnel as required.
• Step in to perform deliveries when operational needs require.
• Assist with special events, community initiatives, and operational projects.

Application Requirements

Only applications that include both a cover letter and a resume will be considered.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.