Warehousing and Distribution Supervisor

XTL TRANSPORT INC.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Calgary is seeking a Warehousing and Distribution Supervisor to manage daily operations and lead staff. The ideal candidate should have over three years of experience in operations and team management. Responsibilities include coordinating activities, managing performance indicators, and maintaining good labor relations. A knowledge of AS400 software is an asset. Join a diverse workplace that values innovation and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in operations and distribution required.
• 3+ years in a supervisory position essential.
• Ability to convey and develop the company's vision.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all center activities and ensure operational planning.
• Manage KPIs related to warehouse productivity and costs.
• Establish and follow the daily operations plan.

Skills

3+ years experience in operations and distribution

3+ years experience in a supervisory position

Strong communication and team management skills

Conflict resolution skills

Goal-oriented and adaptable

Decision-making skills

Computer skills

Tools

AS400 software

Job description

POSITION NAME: WAREHOUSING AND DISTRIBUTION SUPERVISOR

LOCATION: Balzac, AB

DIVISION: XDI

XTL is looking for a motivated candidate who can demonstrate his or her potential through leadership and vision within a company. The ideal candidate will possess XTL's values of teamwork, innovation and training to create a prosperous, dynamic and rewarding environment and encourage communication for the benefit of us and our customers. This position is ideal for candidates seeking opportunities for advancement.

The Warehouse Supervisor will be responsible for all facets of the Distribution Center's daily operations. This person will be responsible for planning all operations to meet the various demands. Emphasis must be placed on aligning our services with the organization's objectives.

Responsibilities / tasks:

Business management and analysis

• Coordinate all center activities and ensure operational coverage and planning
• Manage key performance indicators (KPIs) related to, but not limited to, warehouse costs, productivity, equipment efficiency and others.
• Implement action plans to influence results and measure these actions.
• Integrate operational practices in line with market practice

Work organization

• Establish and follow the daily operations plan and ensure that the action plan is executed by the various teams.
• Follow the space management plan to maximize space utilization.
• Responsible for tracking transactions and balancing inventories.
• Communicate and follow up with operations team and all shifts
• Set priorities for all shifts and ensure continuity between shifts
• Organize and participate in productivity meetings
• Work closely with customer service to maximize resource utilization
• Train, monitor and update CT-PAT initiatives (e.g. yard access, loading, etc.)

Staff development

• Communicate and monitor operations department objectives
• Train staff to meet the demands of customer engagements
• Train, coach and influence while integrating good operational practices
• Monitor performance and evaluate staff (using it as a tool to coach and motivate employees)

Labor relations

• Plan staff vacations and vacations while ensuring business continuity
• Follow-up disciplinary files with the Human Resources department
• Maintain and promote good relations with the employees

Budget

• Ability to supervise and control the department's budget and expenses.

Other

• Other related duties as required by Distribution Manager

Skills and expertise required:

• + 3 years' experience in operations and distribution
• + 3 years experience in a supervisory position
• Strong communication and team management skills
• Conflict resolution skills
• Proven leader and effective team player
• Goal-oriented and adaptable candidate
• Individuals who see change as an opportunity and strive for continuous improvement
• Experience of operating in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Ability to convey and develop the company's vision
• Effective decision-making
• Computer skills
• Knowledge of AS400 software (asset)
• Familiar with Health and Safety Committees and OHS regulations
• Positive and determined attitude;

The achievement of objectives or expected results will be ensured by your ability to carry out your tasks with precision, accuracy and speed.

XTL is an equal opportunity employer that promotes diversity in the workplace. Every application is considered equally, regardless of whether it is submitted by a woman, a man, a member of a visible minority, an Indigenous person, or an individual with a disability. We welcome applications from all interested individuals. The masculine form is used solely to simplify the text. We invite and thank all interested persons to apply but only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.