Warehouse Manager in Brandon

Canada Packers is building the global standard for sustainable pork. We are a values-based organization that thrives on collaboration. Team members embrace accountability and a continuous improvement mindset to drive sustained business growth.

About This Opportunity:

The incumbent will be responsible for all logistics functions within the facility, including coordinating with internal and external delivery drivers and managing all internal shipping and receiving activities. The incumbent will oversee approximately 125 employees, both hourly and salaried, and work closely with Purchasing, Production, Quality Assurance, and Scheduling to coordinate the movement of product on and off site.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure accurate recordkeeping of all materials sent to storage (third party and internal) within the scope of Hold and Release Program and Supply Chain integrity.
• Coordinate and negotiate delivery and maintenance of all Material Handling equipment in the facility.
• Maintain adequate supply of pallets to be used by the facility.
• Coordinate inventory activities / cycle counts on applicable schedule.
• Ensure OJT training and refresher training is completed as required.
• Manage KRONOS (payroll) approvals for hourly shipping and receiving staff.
• Manage, motivate and select hourly shipping / receiving staff.
• Recognize, support and commit to the Food Safety promise and facility Mission Statement.
• Act as a resource for other facilities in project work and contingency projects as required.
• Act as the primary contact for cross-border shipping and receiving for Bills of lading, Transportation of Dangerous Goods and all applicable legislative and regulatory compliance activities.
• Responsible for annual budget process and management of fixed storage budget cost centres.
• Act as Warehouse primary contact for product recall team.
• Site Leadership team member, representing distribution and order processing.
• Complete yearly PAD process for direct reports (1-up and 2-up responsibilities).
• Create and assign goals to drive continuous improvement.
• Act as primary BRC contact for Warehouse and transportation.
• PO authorization and approvals for department related requirements and expenses.
• Responsible for monthly expense reporting and approvals for team members.
• Warehouse resource for weekly GPC meetings (Grievance Preparation Meetings).

Skills & Experience:

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• A minimum of 5 years of demonstrated successful and progressive experience in a unionized environment.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Thorough knowledge of transportation industry and distribution centers.
• Be a skillful negotiator and possess excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Experience with inventory control and production management.
• Experience or education in Supply Chain Management.
• Demonstrated excellence in leadership ability.
• Experience with SAP and EWM (warehouse management).
• Knowledge of HACCP and Provincial Health and Safety Regulations.

What We Offer:

• Values based culture.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position. Championing diversity is a critical component of our culture. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Recruitment Team at accommodations@canadapackers.com.