Warehouse Manager : Full-Time

Kin's Farm Market; Richmond; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading produce company in Richmond, BC is seeking a Warehouse Manager to oversee logistics and enhance warehouse processes. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree, leadership experience, and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include strategic supply management, team development, and ensuring operational efficiency. This full-time role offers career advancement opportunities and an employee discount.

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Employee discount

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role.
• Proactive self-starter with problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Establish overall direction for strategic supply management.
• Oversee and manage all operational functions of the warehouse.
• Develop and execute strategy to optimize transportation effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership experience

Effective communication

Team development

Proactivity

Interpersonal skills

Planning skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

Personal computers

Material handling equipment

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a challenge? Do you enjoy helping people? Does “inspiring a better quality of life in our communities” resonate with your values?

If these statements connect with who you are, then Greenfield Produce Ltd. may be the perfect fit for you. We are looking for a Warehouse Manager to join our team.

Address: 12151 Horseshoe Way, Richmond BC V7A 4V4

Responsibilities

• Establish overall direction for strategic supply management, creating and implementing a vision for continual improvement of warehousing processes at detail level as well as higher organizational levels.
• Participate as a partner on the senior leadership team to fully engage and understand the business strategy and bring external market dynamics into the strategy and planning process.
• Create accountability for compliance with all business procedures and protocols.
• Ensure appropriate continuity plans are in place for critical operations.
• Develop, design, and implement logistics business models to support changing organizational requirements.
• Oversee and manage all operational functions of warehouse, assigned projects, and associated logistics involved in the movement of assets and materials.
• Oversee CanadaGAP food safety program (or like 3rd party food safety program) to ensure annual certification.
• Ensure standards for product quality, equipment, and operator performance are maintained and that cost-effective technology is used to maximize production.
• Coordinate with Purchasing and Operation Teams for inbound freight receiving to ensure continuity of retail store supply chain.
• Ensure expectations regarding quality are met and maintained, and that policies and procedures regarding quality are followed.
• Inspect physical condition of office, warehouse, and equipment. Recommend repairs or replacement. Direct salvage of damaged or used material / equipment.
• Develop, monitor, and report on operating costs within functional areas. Alert executive management of cost and labor overruns. Make recommendations and implement solutions to problems related to same.
• Achieve financial objectives through forecasting, budgeting, cost controls, variance analysis and remediation, and inventory management.
• Oversee and manage costs and expenditures associated with warehouse products.
• Develop and execute strategy to optimize transportation effectiveness including modes, vendors, and contract terms.
• Monitor and maintain walk-in cooler optimal temperature range at all times.
• Ensure orders are processed according to specifications and quality standards are maintained.
• Advise executive management and Human Resources on labor issues including safety, security, employee relations, scheduling, training, grievances, etc.; ensure operations employees are adhering to company policy.
• Train, develop, and appraise warehouse operations employees effectively. Take corrective action as necessary on a timely basis and in accordance with company policy. Consult with Human Resources as appropriate.
• Provide people leadership focused upon personal and collective accountability while fostering an environment that enhances personal growth and career development through mentoring and training; performance management, and challenging the warehouse team to strive for higher performance levels.
• Ensure proper asset management and inventory control procedures are followed and remain in compliance with required certifications and processes.
• Ensure a strong safety culture and drive reduction of accidents and injuries. Be a role model and emphasize the importance of safety.
• Keep up-to-date on all WorkSafe BC work safety compliance regulations, spearheading Health & Safety, and WHMIS awareness within the warehouse.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred
• Experience in a leadership role, growing and developing a team
• Be proactive – a self-starter; someone that can figure out a solution when one does not immediately present itself
• Ability to apply effective communication and motivational techniques in supervising and counseling subordinates; must coach and / or mentor staff
• Experience in produce environment considered an asset
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Outstanding planning and organizing skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Familiarity with personal computers and materials handling equipment is essential

At Greenfield Produce Ltd., we are fun, friendly, and family team oriented. We offer career advancement opportunities, and of course, an employee discount!

Apply today and join our team! Send your resume and cover letter to [e-mail].

Job Type : Full-time, Permanent