Processing Manager Job Calgary area,Alberta Canada,Warehouse

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity to build and grow within a large, stable, organization with excellent support and vast scope, this opportunity will appeal to those folks who yearn to make a difference and cannot abide simply maintaining the status-quo.

Position Description

Reporting to the Operations or Production Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the effective operation of all assigned shifts, warehouse activities, and the achievement of daily and weekly departmental production targets. They will oversee a shift size of up to 400 associates.

Monitor the movement of products through various stages within the warehouse

Identify the source of any delays or backlogs and devise correction plans

Communicate and implement changes as directed

Recognize any deficiencies and adjust as needed

Allocate resources and manpower as needed

Ensure health and safety compliance in accordance with company policies

Provide leadership by establishing clear expectations and demonstrating high standards of work practices and safety-conscious behavior

Liaise with drivers, customers, and warehouse personnel

Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) procedures and practices

Supervise all staff under your direct or indirect control

Eliminate all forms of “shrink”

Ensure all misroutes are rerouted to proper areas

Perform administrative duties as required to ensure daily Key Performance Indicator (KPI) performance is achieved

Utilize all resources efficiently

Continuously monitor the performance and activities of shift operations through the use of KPIs, with a primary focus on cost controls

Perform any other duties as require

Experience

As the successful candidate, you have a “business first” approach with superior analytical and organizational skills. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a strong sense of urgency, are self-motivated and work effectively under pressure.

Minimum 5 years’ industry related experience 2-3 years of which is in the management role

Excel & systems knowledge – proficiency in Microsoft Office required; SAP experience required

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strategic planning and implementation skills

Detailed oriented and strong analytical skills

Cross-departmental experience with the ability to develop strong business relationships.

Union experience an asset

Conflict Management skills are essential