distribution manager Vaughan
Job description
Why Lynden?
We offer a competitive salary, and company profit sharing, after 1 year of service employees will be eligible to participate in a pension plan. We offer Health, and Dental benefits after 3 months which are paid for by the company!
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Located in Vaughan, Ontario. The Distribution Manager provides effective management for warehouse operations while maintaining a high level of client service. Review and prepare workflows, staffing requirements, space allocations, equipment layouts, and action plans that meet company standards for productivity, quality, customer service, and profitability.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage the overall planning, organizing, and operations of the DC.
- Balance workloads as needed to achieve productivity and delivery goals for all shifts.
- Build, lead and develop a strong performing and engaged team.
- Ensure accurate maintenance of client inventory.
- Utilize software systems, data and analytics to optimize operations, track productivity, and anticipate and resolve problems.
- Provide the necessary equipment, tools and training to staff to ensure safe, secure, and efficient operations.
- Comply with all SOP’s, ensuring staff is trained and follow procedures.
- Comply with all Health & Safety regulations, policies and procedures.
- Monitor department performance, set associate objectives and conduct regular employee performance appraisals.
- Maintain payroll for direct and indirect reports.
- Manage local vendors and related work performed.
- Manage department projects. Ensure milestones and goals are met while adhering to approved budgets.
- Prepare department budget and business cases for expenditures.
- Monitor and meet assigned KPI.
- Meet and interact with client contacts to review project objectives, issues, and KPI.
- Collaborate in strategic and long term business planning with senior management.
- Liaise with Business Development and I.T. teams on new client set-ups and implementations.
- On call as needed 24/7 for emergencies.
Minimum education required:
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in Business Management or Supply Chain preferred
Minimum experience required:
- 5 years of related management experience
- 3PL experience preferred
- Experience in a Unionized environment preferred
Lynden International Logistics is dedicated to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). During the hiring process if you require accommodation for disability, please advise Human Resources during the recruitment process.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
Experience:
- Third Party Logistics: 1 year (preferred)
- Warehouse Operations: 5 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
About Lynden Incorporated
CEO: Jon Burdick
Revenue: $500 million to $1 billion (USD)
Size: 1001 to 5000 Employees
Type: Company - Private
Website: https://www.lynden.com
Year Founded: 1906
