Operations Manager (1-year Contract)
- Rocky View No 44, AB, Canada
- Rocky View County, AB, Canada
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Metro Supply Chain helps businesses build smarter, more responsive logistics networks. For more than 50 years, we have supported growth through tailored solutions, contract logistics expertise and continuous improvement. Today, 9,000 team members operate across 190 sites in North America and the UK, combining infrastructure, automation, robotics, advanced systems and business intelligence to deliver measurable supply chain value. Recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and a leading 3PL provider, Metro Supply Chain builds long-term partnerships based on innovation, performance and trust.
As a member of NX Group and a core platform for its global contract logistics business, Metro Supply Chain extends its reach worldwide while contributing proven fulfillment methods and technologies across the group.
Summary
The Operations Manager will direct and coordinate the day-to-day activities of a warehouse operation which includes supervision of the team members, receiving, storage, distribution, systems administration, inventory control, sanitation and maintenance and Customer Service. To oversee warehousing activities in compliance with space availability, order fulfillment and business plans. Ensure the training of employees, setting of performance goals, organization of work, and maintenance of a productive and participatory environment. Other responsibilities will include the management of vendor data, and the ongoing health and safety of Metro Supply Chain through leadership, training, development of policies and procedures, and the issuing of reports.
Responsibilities
Metro Supply Chain helps businesses build smarter, more responsive logistics networks. For more than 50 years, we have supported growth through tailored solutions, contract logistics expertise and continuous improvement. Today, 9,000 team members operate across 190 sites in North America and the UK, combining infrastructure, automation, robotics, advanced systems and business intelligence to deliver measurable supply chain value. Recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and a leading 3PL provider, Metro Supply Chain builds long-term partnerships based on innovation, performance and trust.
As a member of NX Group and a core platform for its global contract logistics business, Metro Supply Chain extends its reach worldwide while contributing proven fulfillment methods and technologies across the group.
Summary
The Operations Manager will direct and coordinate the day-to-day activities of a warehouse operation which includes supervision of the team members, receiving, storage, distribution, systems administration, inventory control, sanitation and maintenance and Customer Service. To oversee warehousing activities in compliance with space availability, order fulfillment and business plans. Ensure the training of employees, setting of performance goals, organization of work, and maintenance of a productive and participatory environment. Other responsibilities will include the management of vendor data, and the ongoing health and safety of Metro Supply Chain through leadership, training, development of policies and procedures, and the issuing of reports.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the success of the operation ensuring adherence to business plans and budgets.
- Oversees warehouse operations, while ensuring established operational procedures are being followed according to company standards to effectively meet/exceed customer requirements.
- Develops and following approval, implements changes to operational systems to improve the flow in customer service, order management and shipping and receiving of customer products on time and undamaged.
- Manages key performance indicators and other related measurements; providing analysis, reporting and recommendations on a timely basis.
- Reviews forecasts, inventory reports, sales order reports, and other available material and devises plans to meet fluctuations in warehousing operation.
- Acts as a liaison between GM and Facility Operations Team and keeps each informed on matters of policy procedure and production performance/problems.
- Ensures that inventory and cycle counts are performed and where necessary, completes appropriate investigation and approved adjustments.
- Provides leadership to facility staff by:
- Hiring, training, developing and scheduling competent staff
- Articulating the goals of the facility and Company including but not limited to health and safety, productivity, housekeeping
- Providing opportunity for success
- Providing feedback and measurement of success
- Manages ongoing relationships and interactions with: customers, vendors and carriers working to assure adherence to contractual agreements.
- Will ensure that employees are trained as necessary. This includes cross-training to ensure efficient skill levels, soft skills training and certification in accordance with company guidelines and government regulations.
- Accountable for the facility safety programs in order to provide a safe workplace for all employees and within the regulations of local and provincial legislations.
- Accountable for the monitoring, achievement and improving of Performance/Activity Indicators (KPIs & KAIs) pertaining to operational efficiency, quality and safety within the facility.
- Assumes additional related responsibilities as required.
- Two to Five years of 3PL experience. Prior experience in the logistics industry, including operations management with a concentration in process definition and project management
- Experience in utilization or management of distribution centers
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or combination of education and related experience
- Work in an environment where safety is our first priority
- The opportunity to build a career with a growing company
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
- Life and disability insurance
- Wellness programs to support your family’s well-being
- A Retirement Savings Program with a company match
- Company team wear allowance
- Employee Appreciation Day
- Company sponsored social events
- Community volunteering
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Responsibilities
Direct warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, distribution, inventory control, customer service, and facility maintenance, while meeting business plans, budgets, customer requirements, and safety standards. Lead and develop staff, manage customer and vendor relationships, monitor operational performance indicators, and implement approved process improvements.
Requirements
Requires two to five years of 3PL experience, including logistics operations management, process definition, project management, or distribution center experience. A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Business Administration is specified, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Skills
- 3PL Operations
- Logistics Management
- Process Improvement
- Project Management
- Order Fulfillment
- Inventory Control
- KPI and KAI Management
- Budget Management
- Staff Hiring and Development
- Employee Scheduling
- Health and Safety Management
- Vendor and Carrier Management
- Forecasting
- Performance Reporting
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Wellness Programs
- Retirement Savings Program with Company Match
- Company Team Wear Allowance
- Employee Appreciation Day
- Company-Sponsored Social Events
- Community Volunteering
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Logistics
- Management & Leadership
- Transportation
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- 3PL
- Contract Logistics
- Warehouse Operations
- Distribution Center
- Supply Chain Management
- Logistics
- Receiving
- Storage
- Distribution
- Order Fulfillment
- Order Management
- Shipping and Receiving
- Inventory Control
- Cycle Counts
- Process Improvement
- Process Definition
- Project Management
- Operational Procedures
- Business Plans
- Budget Management
- Key Performance Indicators
- Performance and Activity Indicators
- Forecasting
- Customer Service
- Vendor Management
- Carrier Management
- Staff Training and Development
- Health and Safety
- Housekeeping
- Systems Administration