Operations Supervisor - Distribution
- 19206 Hay Rd, Summerstown, ON, K0C 2E0, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Our organization, receives, repairs, and ships our customer's products to hundreds of retail locations for you to be able to have what you want, when you want it, while maintaining the utmost quality standards. We are quite literally the start and end of the supply chain process, and you can be too, by joining our team.
We move products for one of the best-known and leading brands in the supply-chain industry. We’ve made a commitment to building strong teams and an exceptional work environment with a focus on safety and continuous improvement so our team members can achieve exceptional results together. Together, we can do great things.
We offer a supportive work environment where our team members are given the tools and training they need to learn, grow, and succeed. You'll also get a great workout in our warehouse because we work hard, while focusing on ergonomics and safety first.
We offer everything you want in a new job opportunity: safe, reliable jobs; competitive pay and benefits; paid, on-the-job training; paid vacation; and opportunities for advancement.
OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR
The Operations Supervisor role has a national salary range of $62,000 - $75,000 with bonus potential.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
As an Operations Supervisor at DHL Supply Chain, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our warehouses. Your responsibilities go beyond daily management – you will be instrumental in implementing processes to optimize our warehouse operations. Your leadership will be vital in guiding our frontline associates, fostering a safe and productive work environment, and ultimately driving the overall success of DHL Supply Chain. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within DHL Supply Chain and contribute to our renowned reputation as the global leader in contract logistics.
With over 500 facilities and more than 50,000 dedicated associates, DHL Supply Chain North America attributes its success to the hard work and dedication of our team, operating in over 150 million square feet of warehouse space.
Job Description:
- Lead, motivate and develop a diverse team of frontline associates by providing coaching, guidance, and support as needed, while also developing a strong team culture of inclusion and belonging.
- Take proactive measures to consistently uphold compliance with health and safety regulations, fostering a culture of heightened safety awareness throughout the organization.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics to track performance and identify areas of improvement. Provide regular reports and analysis to management, highlighting achievements, challenges, and recommendations for enhancing warehouse operations.
- Foster an environment of open communication and collaboration, facilitating regular and effective dialogue among leadership and associates to promote transparency, alignment, and teamwork.
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, preferred.
- 1+ years operations experience in a lead/supervisor/management role, preferred.
- 1+ years logistics industry experience, preferred.
- Staff management, workload planning, objective setting and organizational skills, preferred.
Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities will be provided upon request.
Required Experience and Qualifications:
- Required: Strong operational understanding of Supply Chain Management through post-secondary education or equivalent work experience
- Required: Minimum of 5 years of experience supervising a team in a logistics/warehousing or manufacturing setting
- Required: Minimum of 5 years of experience working in a distribution/warehouse setting
- Required: Ability to train and motivate team to create long-term committed employees
- Preferred: Experience in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Implementation of 5S or other related methodologies
- Preferred: Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot effectively and thrive under pressure
Here’s what’s in it for you
- A great, family-like environment
- An organized facility with an engaged team
- Continuous development opportunities through in person and e-learning
- Medical, dental, and optical health coverage
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Retirement/Pension Savings Program with employer match options
- Tuition and continuous learning reimbursement
- Safety week, Diversity and Inclusion week and events, and other celebrations
…and so much more!
We would love for you to join our World class team we pride ourselves in being An Essential Part of Everyday Life!
More about this job
Responsibilities
Lead, coach, and develop frontline associates while fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and safety-focused work environment. Monitor operational KPIs, report on performance, and identify improvements to support efficient warehouse operations.
Requirements
Requires strong supply chain operations knowledge and at least five years of supervisory experience in logistics, warehousing, or manufacturing, plus at least five years working in distribution or a warehouse. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is preferred; experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or 5S and the ability to train and motivate teams are also valued.
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Coaching and Development
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Warehouse Operations
- Supply Chain Management
- Logistics
- KPI Monitoring
- Operational Metrics Analysis
- Performance Reporting
- Process Improvement
- Workload Planning
- Staff Management
- Communication
- Troubleshooting
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
Benefits
- Medical Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Optical Coverage
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Retirement Savings Program
- Pension Savings Program
- Employer Matching
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Vacation
- Paid On-the-Job Training
- Bonus Potential
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Logistics
- Management & Leadership
- Transportation
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Supply Chain Management
- Contract Logistics
- Distribution
- Warehouse Operations
- Operations Supervision
- Team Leadership
- Staff Management
- Frontline Associates
- Workload Planning
- Objective Setting
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Safety Awareness
- Key Performance Indicators
- Operational Metrics
- Performance Reporting
- Process Improvement
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- 5S
- Troubleshooting
- Continuous Improvement
- Inclusion and Belonging
- Team Development