Warehouse Operations Manager

Warehouse Operations Manager

Type: In-Office | Full-Time

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established, Western Canada–based leader in industrial distribution with decades of proven reliability. This organization is recognized for its exceptional customer service, operational excellence, and commitment to safety.

As part of a forward-thinking team that prioritizes innovation and collaboration, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the company’s growth and operational success.

This role is ideal for a proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced, safety-sensitive environment and is eager to take on a key position in shaping the future of a respected industry player.

Key Responsibilities

As the Warehouse Operations Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless operation of warehouse and logistics functions, driving efficiency, productivity, and safety across the afternoon shift. Your responsibilities will include:

Operational Oversight:

• Supervise and coordinate afternoon warehouse activities, ensuring shipments are completed accurately, safely, and on schedule.
• Monitor daily workflow, identify operational challenges, and implement effective corrective actions to maintain productivity and quality standards.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Lead and mentor Warehouse Foremen and their teams, providing clear direction, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Cross-Departmental Collaboration:

• Partner with Sales teams across Western Canada to ensure customer orders and priorities are executed efficiently and accurately.
• Work closely with Corporate departments to ensure compliance with company policies and operational standards.

Process & Performance Management:

• Coordinate with other Assistant Operations Managers and the Corporate Operations Manager on staffing, attendance, and training needs.
• Review outbound documentation for accuracy and compliance while ensuring effective coordination with drivers and logistics personnel for safe, efficient loading and dispatch.

Communication & Reporting:

• Ensure operational goals, company targets, and customer requirements are effectively communicated to all team members.
• Support continuous improvement by monitoring performance metrics and contributing to process optimization initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of warehouse or logistics experience, including 1–3 years in a supervisory or management capacity.
• Related Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, or Logistics is an asset.
• Experience overseeing or supporting front-line supervisors or foremen.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and warehouse or inventory management systems.
• Familiarity with carbon steel products, valves, or related industrial materials is an asset.
• Class 5 driver’s license with a clean driving record required.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to delegate effectively and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, compliant, and productive work environment.
• Professional demeanor with a proactive and solutions-oriented mindset.

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About Us

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