distribution manager Surrey
Job description
Scholastic Canada is the country's leading publisher and distributor of children's books in both official languages. For over 60 years, Scholastic Canada has introduced young people to the joy of reading.
At Scholastic Canada, we embrace and celebrate diversity in our people, products and ideas. A diverse workforce and inclusive, supportive workplace are central to our success, enabling us to ensure that our books are reflective of the children and families we serve and to deepen our relationships with customers, colleagues, and communities. We welcome all applicants, and strongly encourage individuals from groups who are marginalized and underrepresented in the publishing industry to apply. .
An opening exists in the Book Fairs Division for the position of Distribution Manager reporting to the Director of Branch Operations.
Work Location: This position works out of our Surrey branch located at 2468 192 St Surrey, BC.
Primary Responsibilities
- Recruit, train and provide guidance to all branch staff ensuring awareness of Company policies and procedures, with a key focus on health and safety
- Encourage and maintain cooperative relationships with staff and all divisional leaders/teams, as it pertains to branch insight and business volumes
- In collaboration with divisional leadership, establish yearly operating budgets, quarterly business reforecasts, and financial branch performance analysis
- Monitor business volumes to ensure all aspects of fulfillment are handled on time, correctly and cost-effectively
- Engage in ongoing self-reflection and continue to advance knowledge and skills related to diversity, equity and inclusion
- Recognizes diversity and inclusion as an important aspect of the work environment by supporting new ideas and different perspectives, promoting cross-cultural awareness, and creating a safe environment for difficult conversations
- Determine cost effective logistics agreements, planning and shipping methods for branch territories
- Participate in head office/Sales meetings to review business volumes and provide operational insight, as needed
- Provide support, input and direction into the operational growth and performance of Scholastic Book Fairs by participating in management calls, meetings and attending annual divisional conferences
- Participate in other duties and special projects as required to support the business.
Qualifications
- Post-secondary education
- 5-7 years of progressive Distribution experience
- Demonstrated leadership, communication and organizational skills
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
- Knowledge of AS400 and Salesforce (or similar CRM system), an asset
- Knowledge of Oracle Transportation or similar, an asset
- Flexibility to travel when necessary
Some of the benefits we offer:
- Competitive compensation package
- Health and Dental Benefits
- RRSP Program
- Paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day
- Employee discounts on Scholastic books and merchandise
Interested applicants are asked to forward a copy of their resume by June 19th, 2023
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Vision care
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Surrey, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Warehouse distribution: 5 years (preferred)
- Management: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2023-06-19
About Scholastic
CEO: Dick Robinson
Revenue: $2 to $5 billion (USD)
Size: 5001 to 10000 Employees
Type: Company - Public
Website: www.scholastic.com
Year Founded: 1920
