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The Warehouse Supervisor will be responsible for various tasks related to the daily management of staff and warehouse operations.  

Salary

$78,170.00 - $97,715.00

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Provide leadership, direction and guidance to warehouse staff in a unionized environment; 

• Supervise, evaluate, motivate and train staff so that work is completed efficiently, effectively and safely; 
• Ensure effective and efficient use of manpower, equipment and resources to ensure that the production and warehouse needs are met on a timely basis, while ensuring that customer needs are met; 
• Review the accuracy of the product load, rotation, ordering products and the availability, timeliness, reduced inventory and outputs; 
• Make sure that security conditions exist at all times in the workplace and implement effective measures to ensure the health and safety of employees and to ensure that work is performed safely while following OH&S Act, WSIB prevention and adherence to any restrictions or accommodations, and the rules and procedures of the company; 
• Develop and foster relationships between internal departments with a focus on continuous improvement of the strong and effective team work; 

• Facilitate training and implementation of the warehouse management system; 
• Perform daily Crew Talks with your team and follow up/respond to any raised employee concerns; 
• Prepare and complete reports of communication, measurement, schedules, forms and other documents as required; 
• Assist in the preparation of the department budget, monitor and control costs; 
• Ensuring the safety of material and products; 

• Other duties as assigned. 

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

• 3 to 4 years of warehouse supervisory experience in a manufacturing or food environment is preferred; 

• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems, experience with the AS-400 system an asset;
• Working knowledge within the SAP system 
• Must have a high school diploma; 
• Post-Secondary Education in operations management, administration, transport or storage an asset; 
• Experience in distribution or administrative operations; 
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office; 

• Good communication and interpersonal skills; 
• Strong organizational and analytical skills; 
• High level of self-motivation and initiative, ability to work under pressure 
• Bilingual (English and French) spoken and written is an asset; 

We support and care for our employees and their families by providing:

• Competitive salaries
• Advantageous corporate agreements
• Full range of group insurance benefits
• Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution
• Purchase option of company stocks
• Group RRSP
• Health and wellness program in the workplace
• Assistance program for employees and their families
• Saputo products at a discounted price

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family.

The Headlines:

We are looking for a District Sales Manager (DSM) for our Retail Team. The DSM will lead, manage, coordinate, ensure and check delivery of the sales plan, execution standards and financial budget in assigned market by continuously and purposefully managing, delegating, checking, coaching, training, reviewing and evaluating the sales representatives, and through personal contact with key customers. 

The Responsibilities:

• Fulfilling the sales and financial plans to deliver on targets as measured by profit, volume, distribution, Outlet Execution and call coverage. 
• Provide consistent in-market coaching to field team on a weekly basis.
• Ensure compliance with trade spend resource allocation including planning, business case proposal, approvals, and regular management within area of responsibility 
• Manage relationships with key customers within region to ensure delivery of sales plans and targets. 
• Involved in setting, cascading and tracking of sales targets for the relevant period of time (month, week, day) as per company standards 
• Implements daily/weekly/monthly meeting cadence provide relevant sales performance, market situation, and competitive activity 
• Promotes an appropriate level of competition across the team to drive results, by tracking performance, recognizing wins and being responsible for disciplined follow up against the plan including taking immediate action when gaps or new opportunities are identified 
• Executes In-Market Routes, including audits, coaching and top & low performing account visits 
• Drives brilliant execution by ensuring Sales Representatives are constantly succeeding 
• Identifies, supports, delivers, and ensures 'flash training' provided to increase Sales Representative professionalism and results 
• Executes all people processes within established guidelines and policies, including but not exclusive to all elements of the people management cycle; recruitment and selection, and annual salary planning 

The Other Qualifications

• You thrive on challenge and competition. You act with appropriate urgency to various market events and trends that require a quick turnaround in plans and strategy 
• You have a post-Secondary degree with a preference for marketing or business related degree 
• You have 5+ years progressive sales experience in the Molson organization and/or other consumer packaged goods - including retail experience 
• You have cross functional experience in Marketing as asset. 
• You have industry / Molson Knowledge, as well as Brewery / Product Knowledge 
• You demonstrate the ability to lead a professional sales team 
• You have a strong customer service orientation - “Customer Preferred Supplier Focused” 
• You have demonstrated in negotiation, professional selling and time management skills and budget management 
• Candidates must currently have and maintain a valid driver’s license with no limitations/restrictions. You will be asked to provide us with a recent copy of an MVR (Driver’s Abstract) 
• As part of the recruitment process, the candidates will be required to provide consent to complete a criminal background check. 

Work Perks that You Need to Know About:

• We care about our People and Planet and have challenged ourselves with stretch goals around our key priorities  

• We care about our communities, and play our part to make a difference – from charitable donations to hitting the streets together to build parks, giving back to the community is part of our culture and who we are 
• Engagement with a variety of Business Resource Groups, which can provide volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking through the organization 
• Ability to grow and develop your career centered around our First Choice Learning opportunities
• Access to cool brand clothing and swag, top events and, of course... free beer and beverages! 
• Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences  

As a Dock Supervisor you will be responsible for the supervision of overall dock operations, including day-to-day processes and procedures, to ensure safety and optimal dock performance. 

How You’ll Help: 

• Provide daily guidance and motivation to Dock Workers (employees and agency workers) to ensure achievement of operational objectives for the terminal. 
• Escalates issues of individual poor performance, inappropriate behavior, absenteeism, etc. to the Operations Manager.  
• Communicates monthly performance stats to the team to help measure, develop and improve operational performance. 
• Maintain policies and procedures and ensure compliance with federal and provincial transportation, safety, and employment legislation. 
• Ensure all incidents (personal injuries, transportation collisions, spills, near misses, etc.) are promptly reported, documented, an investigation is initiated and corrective/preventative measures are implemented. 
• Hold effective, weekly toolbox meetings and ensure safety issues are addressed. 
• Works with the team and others, internal and external to the terminal, to resolve roadblocks to achievement of daily operational objectives. 
• Ensure the AM schedule for the terminal is followed.  
• Works with the Operations Manager to track monthly performance stats for the dock  
• Supervise a group of Dock Workers, both employee and contractor/agency, directly and indirectly through Lead Hands. 
• Other duties related to dock operations as may be required. 

Your Skills and Experience: 

• Post-secondary education, preferably in operations, logistics, or business 
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered 
• Minimum of five years' experience in the transportation industry or warehousing industry, preferably dock operations 
• Previous leadership experience and/or experience in the transportation industry are strong assets 
• Strong leadership skills specifically the ability to motivate and drive engagement to achieve objectives, facilitate conflict resolution, and to provide training 
• Advanced communication skills, particularly verbal 
• Computer skills, including the use of MS Word, Excel & Outlook, and web-based programs as well as RF scanners.  Experience using AS400, a strong asset 
• Strong interpersonal skills including customer focus 
• Results driven 
• Appropriate sense of urgency 
• Strong sense of safety; training and experience in similar safety sense environments a strong asset 
• Knowledge of industry-related equipment, including forklifts, lift jacks, trailers, etc. a strong asset 
• English, other languages an asset. 

Overview

The Opportunity:

The incumbent supervises hourly employees on a shift within a department in the achievement of distribution workloads with due emphasis on accuracy, efficiency, food and employee safety. This role is planned to be a shift of Sunday to Thursday, 11pm - 7:30am. 

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by March 21. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Directs employees in the operation of plant equipment to meet order fulfillment rates and inventory accuracy
• Prepares progress reports and ensures regular maintenance of equipment
• Maximizes attendance and follow-up to reduce absenteeism by coaching, conducts accident investigations, and takes disciplinary statements and administers discipline in line with the DC’s Discipline Policy
• Provides leadership by instilling team goals and objectives; fosters good staff relationships in order to gain commitment from hourly employees
• Ensures machinery and equipment are safe, hourly employees are trained and qualified on machinery prior to working on machinery and equipment
• Ensure employee safety and compliance to the Occupational Health & Safety Act
• Ensure Quality Compliance with all HACCP procedures

What You’ll Bring:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a unionized transportation and distribution environment
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Post-secondary education or equivalent by having completed a recognized food processing, engineering technology, or business management program through continuing education
• A strong communicator, both written and oral, who is confident, decisive, able to deal with conflict and achieve win-win results
• Willing to relocate for promotional opportunities and career development

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• 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.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

The scope of this position will be to supervise a time sensitive delivery operation.   This includes supervising day to day operations drivers, fleet & fleet maintenance, dispatch operations, reverse dock operations and on-site customer dock operations.  Ensure all operations remain compliant with the Safety and Compliance department. 

How You’ll Help: 

• Working with the Dedicated Leadership Team, ensure that, as the company grows, operations capabilities meet or exceed all customer and corporate requirements for unit cost, service quality and responsiveness. 
• Work closely with the Director Operations on operational plans, goals, and contributing to future innovations.
• Provide daily guidance to staff, to ensure alignment with operational and customer expectations.
• Develop a culture of safety, professionalism and service excellence in all areas of operations. Maintain policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Federal and Provincial transportation requirements.
• Ensure that all incidents (such as personal injuries; transportation collisions; spills etc) are promptly reported, documented, root causes identified and corrective/preventative measures implemented.
• Will be responsible for the dispatch function to ensure drivers are scheduled to meet company deliveries on time.
• Will manage the relationship with drivers, including, but not limited to driver schedules, equipment utilization, and driver contracts.
• Ensure that a preventative maintenance program is in place and effective.
• Provides mentoring and guidance to subordinates and other employees. Establishes individual objectives, conducts performance appraisal reviews, recommends salary action, and implements succession planning. Oversees and manages professional development to support leadership development program.
• Utilize superior communications skills to motivate staff and develop effective peers, managers and clients.
• Develop, implement and track on a monthly basis, an operational “dash board” for visual understanding of performance against plan elements.

Your Skills and Experience: 

• Transportation background in dispatch, dock supervision
• Equipment knowledge is an asset
• Safety training interest, knowledge and skills is an asset 
• Class 1 license preferred however not required
• Computer literate in Excel and Word,
• Must have a strong sense of urgency
• Must be able to work under a flexible work schedule 
• Must be a hands on operator, trainer, coach and mentor
• Must be able to build and maintain relationships
• Must be a self starter 
• Must be customer focused individual
• Must be willing to travel if required

Overview

The scope of this position is to be responsible for developing, managing, implementing and analyzing Interline Operational processes. The Manager, Carrier Relations provides leadership for continuous performance improvement, effective measurement of performance and identification and implementation of corrective actions. 

How You’ll Help

• Manage Day to Day Carrier Operations to achieve On Time Pickup and Deliveries. Requires interaction with other departments and Carrier Partners.
• Develop and implement Carrier SOP’s nationally, including applicable and required training for both Internal and External Stakeholders.
• Analyze and generate KPI, Metrics and Scorecards to measure and monitor Third Party Carrier performance. 
• Manage Interline Carrier EDI/Web forms transmission to ensure compliance to corporate requirements.
• Consistently seek out and develop opportunities for cost reduction and operational efficiency in order to meet service standards and enhance customer experience.  Implement Corrective measures where applicable.
• Achieve Service and Cost Target. Identify opportunities to increase profitability.
• Any other projects and tasks assigned.

Your Skills & Experience: 

• College diploma, University degree, or equivalent experience desired, preferably in the areas of business management and/or Transportation.
• 3+ years of people management experience
• 5+ years’ experience in Transportation/Logistics industry 
• Excellent process development and documentation skills
• Strong analytical attributes with ability to synthesize complex or diverse information
• Advanced problem solving ability
• Advanced working knowledge of Contract/Tariff comparative analytics
• Advanced systems skills and working knowledge of MS Office, with advanced Excel knowledge
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written – dealing internally with all departments and with 3rd party providers
• Customer Centric 
• Ability to build and maintain relationships, while being highly influential to deliver desired outcome to increase profitability and enhance new service levels
• Up to 10% travel required
• Strong sense of urgency
• Must be able to self-manage, take initiative and work independently

Overview

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