Warehouse Operations Supervisor

Canada Cartage; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in Winnipeg is seeking a Warehouse Operations Supervisor to manage and develop a high-performing warehouse team. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in warehouse operations, focusing on driving efficiency and maintaining safety standards. This role involves overseeing daily operations, ensuring customer satisfaction, and fostering a positive team environment. The company values strong leadership and offers great perks, making it a top employer in the industry.

Benefits

Discounted hotels

Gym memberships

Fun events throughout the year

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead and develop a high-performing team.
• Strong technical knowledge of warehousing practices.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach the warehouse team to meet performance goals.
• Oversee daily operations and ensure safety compliance.
• Monitor key performance indicators and implement improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

3+ years in warehouse operations

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Forklifts

Reach trucks

Order pickers

Job description

Why you’ll love Canada Cartage

An iconic Canadian company with over 100 years of helping companies grow and succeed in Canada, we provide national dedicated fleet solutions, general freight services, managed transportation, fulfillment & distribution, and home delivery. With a national network of terminals, cross‑docks, and distribution centers, we are one of Canada’s largest and most trusted supply chain service providers. Driven to exceed customer expectations and supported by technology and innovation, we bring simplicity to complex logistics challenges.

We work with intelligent and focused leaders who are driven to create an outstanding customer experience in partnership with leading Canadian brands. Canada Cartage is deep‑rooted in family values with an entrepreneurial culture where ideas are welcomed, growth is fostered, and high performance is championed. A recognized thought leader, and founded in 1914 Canada Cartage dominates the industry by delivering innovative fleet solutions.

Position Summary
We are seeking a hands‑on, results‑driven Warehouse Operations Supervisor to lead and manage our warehouse team in a high‑volume, fast‑paced production environment. This role is responsible for overseeing daily operations, driving efficiency, maintaining safety and quality standards, and ensuring the team meets production, productivity, and customer service goals.

The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with strong operational knowledge, excellent problem‑solving skills, and the ability to inspire and develop a high‑performing team.

Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba

Schedule: Monday to Friday

What you will do

• Lead, coach, and develop the warehouse team—providing guidance and supporting critical roles to ensure strong performance, accountability, and alignment with company standards.
• Ability to resolve conflicts, address performance issues, and build a high‑trust, accountable team environment.
• Oversee day‑to‑day warehouse operations in a high‑volume, fast‑paced environment, ensuring customer expectations and productivity targets.
• Drive operational excellence by monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs), identifying improvement opportunities, and implementing best practices to enhance workflow efficiency and utilization of space.
• Partner closely with the Operations Manager and Branch Manager to ensure warehouse and office teams are aligned on customer requirements and service‑level commitments.
• Champion a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with health and safety policies, leading performance management processes, and fostering a positive, engaged, and accountable work environment.

What You’ll Bring

• 3+ years of progressive experience in warehouse operations and supervisory roles, ideally within high‑volume fulfillment, distribution, or 3PL environments.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional weekends or overtime, to support peak operational demands.
• Strong technical knowledge of warehousing best practices, inventory control, distribution center processes, and warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Hands‑on equipment proficiency, including forklifts, reach trucks, and order pickers, along with a solid understanding of occupational health & safety practices and TDG regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with a continuous‑improvement mindset and the ability to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and overall performance.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the judgment, professionalism, and collaborative approach needed to inspire high standards and promote team engagement.

Along With The Following Skills & Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong leadership and analytical skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks.
• MS Office proficiency necessary; Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• Direct experience with staff scheduling in a variable work volume environment.

Why people love working for Canada Cartage

• A cohesive team and a positive, hard‑working atmosphere.
• Meaningful opportunities for career growth.
• Company‑wide recognition initiatives to celebrate employees when they demonstrate outstanding customer service, teamwork, and our core values.
• Perks – discounted hotels, car rentals, entertainment, gym memberships, phone plans, electronics, to name a few.
• Fun events throughout the year, like summer barbeques and driver‑appreciation week, that regularly bring us together.
• We give back to the communities in which we operate by volunteering and donating to local charities.
• We are a strong company that weathers the storm through pandemics and recessionary periods, so that we can benefit from good economic environments.

We are a top employer!

• Canada Cartage has been recognized on the Forbes list of Canada’s Best Employers for six straight years in a row.
• Trucking HR has announced that Canada Cartage has again been selected for the 8th year in a row, as one of Canada’s Top Fleet Employers. In addition, we have been recognized as an Employer of Distinction for the 4th year in a row. This serves to reinforce Canada Cartage’s reputation as an employer of high quality.
• We’ve been acknowledged by Forbes 2023 as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity.

Come work with an industry leader!

Canada Cartage is committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA). We are determined to meet the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA at any point in your application or employment duration, please let us know.

We would like to thank all those expressing an interest in this position; however, only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references.

Committed to employment equity, Canada Cartage Systems LP encourages applications from Aboriginal people, members of visible minority groups, and women.