Warehouse Supervisor

ORA Partenaires; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading lubricant distribution company in Winnipeg is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor. This role involves overseeing day-to-day warehouse activities, leading a team for continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of warehouse supervision experience, proficient in logistics and supply chain management, and be fluent in English. This position offers growth opportunities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of experience in warehouse supervision or distribution.
• Fluent in English, both oral and written.
• Experience in the lubricants industry is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily warehouse operations and logistics.
• Lead team in continuous improvement practices.
• Participate in product sourcing and inventory management.

Skills

Logistics & supply chain management

Inventory control

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Mechanical aptitude

Forklift operation

ERP systems

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Supply Chain Management

Tools

RF gun technology

Lubricant handling equipment

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day activities and management of warehouse facilities, inventory control, production, product distribution and logistics operations of Catalys Lubricants Inc. He/she contributes to the development and implementation of systems and objectives for the company. He/she also provides leadership, development and is a source of motivation and support to the group in order to maximize performance.

MAIN ACTIVITIES

• Subscribe to a culture of continuous improvement through collaboration and effective communication;
• Lead by example, establishing clear expectations and objectives;
• Ensure effective management and organization of the warehouse.
• Optimise logistic and expediting processes;
• Participate in sourcing of products and equipment;
• Run quarterly inventory counts, investigate inventory variances
• Ensure the implementation and maintenance of all Safety, Health and Environmental policies and procedures with supporting documentation.
• Implement, track and maintain operational policies and procedures along with all required certifications, permits and other related regulatory filings.
• Evaluate policies and procedures on an ongoing basis to maintain best operating practices;
• Establish goals (specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and timely) for each team member for the target date of each year;
• Coach, mentor and track activities for his/her group throughout the year providing support to facilitate achievement of individual objectives;
• Participate in the recruitment, training and integration of personnel;
• Collaborate closely with the Catalys team, members of other company divisions, along with outside partners and suppliers in order to assure high levels of customer satisfaction;
• Possess good mechanical aptitude and resolution capabilities;
• Creative and innovative problem solving.
• Other related activities that may be added to the job description as required.

COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

Technical skills

• Expertise in logistics & supply chain management.
• Geographic knowledge of the company’s service area;
• Experience in inventory control.
• Experience in operations team management;
• Proficient with RF gun technology;
• Experience with lubricant handling equipment and best practices is an asset;
• WHMIS/TDG trained.
• Good mechanical knowledge and aptitude;
• Forklift training.
• Experience with ERP system
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Excel, Word).

Relational skills

• Effective team leader;
• Skilled at influencing others and managing change;
• Proficient at analysis, problem solving and management;
• Team player who is comfortable working with different personalities and overcoming communication barriers in order to find solutions;
• Flexible thought process;
• Good understanding of business, finance and the concept of profit;
• Willingness to learn.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A combination of studies (Supply Chain Management), and experience in warehouse operation supervision.

Experience: Minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in warehouse supervision, manufacturing and/or distribution. Lubricants industry experience is an asset.

Language: Fluent in English, oral and written.