Warehouse Manager

Patterson Veterinary Supply; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary supply company is seeking a Warehouse Manager in Edmonton. This role entails overseeing distribution operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and managing inventory effectively. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in supervision and inventory management software, along with strong leadership and communication skills. This position provides an opportunity to contribute to a people-first culture focused on diversity and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of supervision experience and 5 years of leadership responsibility.
• 3+ years of experience with Inventory Management Software.
• Complete CPR & First Aid training after hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations of the Distribution Center.
• Manage inventory integrity and minimize loss.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Leadership

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, operations management, or equivalent

Tools

Inventory Management Software

Job description

Overview

Kane Veterinary Supplies is a Canadian wholesale distributor and manufacturer agent, providing excellence in distribution of the highest quality, cutting edge, value-laden products to the pet retail, veterinary, agricultural, and equine markets across Canada.

Position Available: Warehouse Manager

Location: Edmonton, AB

Responsibilities

The Warehouse Manager will lead and direct all operations of the Distribution Center. Design and implement the facility plan to optimize cost, quality, and safety, and manage the daily activities of a distribution center. Responsible for identifying and building a leadership team that monitors inventory integrity, minimizes loss and manages expenses to maximize revenue. Ensures that goods are received, stocked, and dispatched on time to meet customer satisfaction. May be responsible for evaluating freight services, negotiating contracts, and managing relationships with chosen vendors. Ensures that all company policies, regulatory requirements and safety requirements are enforced.

Leadership

• The ability to lead or guide individuals and teams to meet company strategy and goals. Acts as Human Resource liaison for Fulfillment Center employees.
• Work closely with leadership to establish and achieve the facility goals from a cost and productivity standpoint.
• Establish and maintain relationships with both internal and external customers
• Provide Distribution Network support when needed (may include travel)
• Create a positive work environment that promotes creativity, teamwork and recognition.
• Establish, support, promote and participate in network, facility and departmental activities designed to strengthen and improve morale, teamwork and improve the overall work environment.
• Responsible for safety performance of the location

Talent Management

• Work with Operations Leadership to provide various training programs to enhance employee skills and acquire new knowledge and skills. Must identify high-potential candidates who will build the bench strength of the distribution center and develop these individuals.
• Collaborates with leaders for all staffing functions (recruiting, hiring, assignment of duties, training, personnel development, performance reviews, salary administration, promotions and transfers, and disciplinary action, including termination).
• Mentor employees, measure performance, and complete regular performance reviews.
• Resolve employee issues effectively and consistently.

Operations

• Plan, direct, and control activities of the facility department from receiving, put away, picking and shipping
• Ensure all orders received before the order cut-off are processed and shipped according to customer requests.
• Analyze the daily receiving and put-away status on hand
• Review and analyze productivity reports and dashboards, identifying and implementing opportunities for improvement.
• Manage and monitor all activities of Inventory control and maintenance
• Communicates the facility goals for cost, quality, and safety to the distribution staff. By leveraging extensive knowledge of distribution operations and organizational expertise, the team develops the understanding and capabilities needed to accomplish these goals.
• Reports to the Operations Manager and provides regular location updates.
• Ensures regulatory compliance with Federal, Provincial, and Local laws, including OHSA, Health Canada, WSIB, Ministry of Labour, etc. Ensures compliance with all Patterson Companies, Inc. personnel policies.
• Acquires and maintains information on distribution industry changes to remain knowledgeable of the most current distribution methods available.
• Supports the company goals for continuous improvement and Total Quality Management (TQM). Provides guidance to the departmental TQM teams and facilitates special project teams as required. Develops an organizational culture characterized by open communication, cooperation and trust.
• Can perform every function of the Distribution Center.
• Possesses a sense of urgency to jump into any position within the Distribution Center when necessary.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, operations management and Distribution/Fulfillment Logistics or equivalent work experience is required.
• 8+ years of supervision experience and 5 years of leadership responsibility.
• 3+ years of Inventory Management Software experience
• Proven soft skills – analytical, problem-solving, communication, interpersonal
• Organized, strong attention to detail, and follow-through
• Demonstrated success in leadership, prioritizing and time management
• Complete provided CPR & First Aid training upon hire or shortly thereafter.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in and utilizing inventory systems
• Warehouse leadership experience
• 10+ years working in a logistics operation
• Candidate must be able to read, understand, and effectively administer all company policies and procedures.
• Expert knowledge of all information systems used during daily business (D.C. computerized order and inventory system, PC applications for word processing, spreadsheets, and databases).
• Demonstrated ability to manage a budget and execute operations plans to meet expense goals.
• Experience with financial controls and the analytical skills needed to understand how the management of daily operations translates into monthly, quarterly, and annual expense lines.
• Familiarity with procedures for capital request, financial justification, and project administration.

Paterson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

As a people-first company, Patterson promotes a culture that embodies and celebrates diversity and inclusivity. We believe our employees’ unique experiences and differences are what strengthen us and drive our success. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, colour, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.