Distribution Centre Manager
Location
London, ON | Canada
Job description
STIHL Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG in Germany, is a leader in the distribution of chain saws and handheld outdoor power equipment in Canada. We have an immediate opening at our London head office for a full-time Distribution Centre Manager .
The key responsibilities for this position include: - Supervise a department of 19 Material Handlers
- Creation of daily work schedules to ensure adequate coverage in all areas of warehouse
- Train new staff on day-to-day responsibilities as well as certifying staff on forklifts and fall arrest
- Participate in recruitment of all warehouse personnel
- Work with transportation companies ensuring best pricing is obtained
- Schedule repairs on warehouse equipment, racking and conveyors
- Ensure all PM and safety inspections are performed on forklifts ensuring Ministry guidelines are met
- Responsible for forklift and working at heights training for all staff
- Ensure that all transportation of dangerous goods outgoing shipments are in accordance with applicable legislation
- Responsible for overall day-to-day operations of the warehouse including reporting, monitoring of wave locations, ensuring all orders are completed within company cut off times and organization and cleanliness of warehouse
Skills & Qualifications include: - Five plus years’ experience in a supervisory role within a warehouse setting
- Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work with various departments and develop collaborative relationships
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a busy environment
- Effective decision making and problem-solving skills with the ability to work under pressure
- Strong interpersonal skills, initiative, and versatility are essential
- Excellent knowledge of processes relating to transportation of dangerous goods (TDG) with experience in lithium-ion battery shipments
- Experienced forklift operator a must
- Train the Trainer certificates in forklift certification and fall arrest/working at heights
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of outdoor power equipment an asset
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Working knowledge of SAP a definite asset
- Comfortable in a data driven shipping environment
- Keen focus on providing unparalleled service to an extensive customer base
We offer excellent working conditions and a competitive compensation package with paid benefits and a company pension plan. If you are interested in applying, please email your resume to the attention of the Human Resources Manager, STIHL Limited -
[email protected] We thank all applicants in advance; however only those under consideration will be contacted.
Accessibility accommodation is available in all aspects of the recruitment process. Applicants should make this known in advance.
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