Warehouse Team Lead

Kaycan; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent healthcare options

RRSP and DPSP benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid time-off

Employee stock purchase program

Pet insurance options

Rewards program

Job summary

Kaycan is seeking a Warehouse Team Lead in Canada to supervise warehouse staff, coach teams, and uphold safety, quality, and efficiency in daily operations. The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and a strong focus on service excellence.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in warehousing with 2+ years of supervisory experience, forklift proficiency, and solid communication and organizational skills. Aloha to building materials experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of warehouse experience with 2+ years supervising experience.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Computer proficient – Oracle knowledge is a bonus.
• Forklift experience is required.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Ability to lift/push/pull materials (up to 50 Lbs.).
• Building materials industry with engineered wood siding is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise warehouse collaborators and lead by example towards goals through coaching and training.
• Ensure exceptional customer service and maintain a safe, healthy work environment.
• Collaborate with multiple departments on a daily basis.
• Monitor stock, inventory and deliveries; maintain quality control and staffing levels.
• Identify improvement areas and develop necessary skills.
• Maintain smooth warehouse operations and efficient functioning; perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Supervising

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Physical stamina

Team coaching

Tools

Oracle

Job description

WHY DO WE NEED YOU?

Reporting to the Branch Operations Manager, the

• Carrying out and reinforcing Company policies and procedures provided by Head Office
• Ensure excellent customer service and a safe and healthy work environment
• Providing continuous constructive feedback in order to help warehouse personnel succeed
• Collaborate with several appropriate departments on a daily basis
• Follow up on stock, inventory and deliveries, maintain quality control, and ensure proper staffing levels
• Identify areas of improvement and seek means to develop skill set needed
• Ensure the smooth operations and efficient functioning of the warehouse
• Execute other related duties as assigned

WHY DO WE NEED YOU?

Reporting to the Branch Operations Manager, the Warehouse Team Lead will supervise warehouse collaborators and lead by example towards the achievement of goals through coaching, training and effective goal setting. The Warehouse Team Lead is accountable for ensuring our customers are serviced in a professional and ethical manner and serves as brand ambassadors. They will also be responsible for day-to-day operations including creating a safety culture, deliveries, inventory control and facility/fleet maintenance.

• Carrying out and reinforcing Company policies and procedures provided by Head Office
• Ensure excellent customer service and a safe and healthy work environment
• Providing continuous constructive feedback in order to help warehouse personnel succeed
• Collaborate with several appropriate departments on a daily basis
• Follow up on stock, inventory and deliveries, maintain quality control, and ensure proper staffing levels
• Identify areas of improvement and seek means to develop skill set needed
• Ensure the smooth operations and efficient functioning of the warehouse
• Execute other related duties as assigned

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

Here Is What's Important To Have To Apply

• 5 + years of warehouse experience with 2+ years supervising experience
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Computer proficient - Oracle knowledge is a bonus
• Forklift experience is required
• Excellent communication and organization skills
• Ability to lift/push/pull materials (up to 50 Lbs.)
• Building materials industry with engineered wood siding is a bonus

TO MAKE SURE NOTHING IS FORGOTTEN

In the interest of transparency and in compliance with legal requirements in certain provinces, we wish to share information regarding the compensation for this position. The salary range for this role in Canada is between $47,403 and $96,000 per year. However, the offered salary may vary based on location, internal equity, the knowledge, skills, and experience required for the role, as well as other relevant factors considered during the hiring process. In addition to the base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The target bonus amount is 8% of the base salary, based on company and employee performance indicators. Bonuses are part of variable compensation; therefore, the amount may vary depending on company and employee performance, and their awarding remains discretionary.

a Little More About Us

In 2022, Kaycan was acquired by Saint-Gobain, marking a new chapter in its history. This acquisition by a global leader in lightweight and sustainable construction strengthened Kaycan's position in the North American market. Saint-Gobain, with its strategic investments and commitment to sustainability and innovation, has brought a new dimension to Kaycan's expertise and reach, while preserving the legacy and core values of the family business.

LEGAL STATEMENT

Saint-Gobain is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to applicants upon their request. This commitment is in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Benefits In Joining Us

We provide unique options to fit your unique lives! Our Total Rewards Program offers a total approach to well-being!

Our amazing benefits and programs include, but are not limited to:

• Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental
• Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off, and Employee Assistance Program
• Financial Security: Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan - Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)
• Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career
• Employee Recognition Programs
• LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle
• Be Well Be You: Our comprehensive benefits, resources, and programs platform to help you and your family be well, wherever you are in life (Emotional, Physical, Financial, and Social)
• Pet insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends
• Perks & Savings Program: access to thousands of gift cards, in-store and online discounts, as well as cashback offers.