Warehouse and Inventory Manager

About the Role

The Warehouse and Inventory Manager will oversee warehouse operations to optimize efficiency, ensure accurate inventory management, and lead warehouse personnel to achieve high performance.

Key Duties

• Oversee warehouse activities in alignment with company policies and vision.
• Maintain a secure work environment by complying with safety standards and internal regulations.
• Design and implement streamlined warehouse procedures to boost productivity and lower operational costs.
• Lead and coordinate all warehouse tasks, including receiving, storage, inventory control, and shipment dispatch.
• Hire, train, guide, and assess warehouse employees to improve their skills and performance.
• Organize employee work schedules, assign duties properly, evaluate outcomes, and manage bi-weekly payroll submissions.
• Hold regular team meetings for coordination and updates.
• Collaborate closely with the Warehouse Lead Hand to ensure daily operational responsibilities are fulfilled.
• Supervise inventory by maintaining appropriate stock levels and resolving inconsistencies through necessary adjustments.
• Conduct weekly or bi-weekly stock counts and perform reconciliations accordingly.
• Work together with departments such as Administration, Logistics, Procurement, and Sales to enhance workflow.
• Coordinate with other company branches on availability of short-dated products.
• Maintain effective relationships with the Pepsi supplier for seamless supply operations.
• Undertake additional duties as required.

Skills and Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience as a Warehouse Manager or similar role in dynamic environments.
• In-depth knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory systems, and safety protocols.
• Strong leadership capabilities to effectively guide teams.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional coordination abilities.
• Proficient in warehouse management software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Analytical mindset with meticulous attention to detail and good problem-solving skills.
• Flexible availability to accommodate operational needs.
• Preferred expertise in inventory control and scanning technologies.
• Competence in operating all warehouse machinery and equipment.

Benefits and Additional Information

• Engaging and collaborative team-based work atmosphere.
• Potential for career progression and personal development.
• Salary that reflects qualifications and experience.
• Incentives tied to performance outcomes.
• Comprehensive health and dental coverage paid by the company.
• Employer matched Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).
• Commitment to equal employment opportunity principles.
• Provision of company vehicle and mobile phone for work purposes.