Logistics Manager

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In 1985, Ed McNally founded Big Rock Brewery Inc. (“Big Rock”) to contest the time’s beer trends. Three bold, European-inspired offerings forged an industry at a time heavy on easy drinking lagers and light on flavour. Today, our extensive portfolio of signature beers, ongoing seasonal offerings, ciders (Rock Creek Cider® series) hard teas (White Peaks®), and numerous custom-crafted private label and partner products keep us at the forefront of the craft beverage revolution and still proudly contesting the trends of today.

Logistics Manager

Reporting to the V.P. Operations, the Managers Logistics is responsible for handling the logistical coordination including planning and directing all warehouse and distribution related functions. Across all locations. The Manager, Logistics also creates and maintain all associated documentation in adherence to legislation and conforms to the overall objectives, policies, and procedures of the Brewery.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the organization and management of finished goods warehousing and transportation across all geographies Big Rock conducts business in.
• Optimize capacity and resource by assigning and coordinating personnel, and scheduling to ensure workload is managed efficiently.
• Develop and ensure all SOPs, Standard Work instructions, and all related quality documents are aligned with corporate and regulatory procedures and practices.
• Implement/improve performance metrics including reporting and analysis e.g., cycle count, inventory management, customer complaints, cold chain performance, deliveries, safety, and compliance reporting.
• Manage carrier service agreements to ensure service levels and business expectations are being met.
• Negotiate and manage NSO line haul rates and schedules.
• Develop and sustain a professional and productive relationship with customers, carriers, contractors, suppliers, internal departments, and key stakeholders.
• Manage the warehousing/shipping/receiving organizations to assure timely & quality service to external and internal customers. Focus on the effective use of storage space, equipment, and personnel resources.
• Provide leadership to staff to ensure successful execution of assigned goals and objectives.
• Communicate and model the organizations Safety, GMP’s, Food Safety, and other company policies and procedures in the warehouse, as well as applicable federal safety standards and local laws.
• Provide staff training, coaching and performance reviews as required.
• Resolve problems such as safety concerns, damaged goods, incorrect orders, returns and conflicts.
• Identify and report significant repairs and maintenance requirements on warehouse equipment and operational changes/needs.
• Ensure facility housekeeping standards are upheld.
• Meet corporate objectives and service levels in accordance with Good Distribution Practices (GDP) and regulatory requirements.
• Provide monthly analysis and review of logistics P&L expenses against budget, service and freight cost metrics. Develop annual transportation budget.
• Conduct profit and loss management for the company’s logistics function; manage logistics budget.
• Perform ongoing analysis of outbound freight rates and expenditures.
• Develop a carrier selection strategy, prepare RFPs/RFQs as deemed necessary and conduct rate and service negotiations with current and potential carriers.
• Liaise with our inside sales team, determine finished goods shipping priorities and develop an operating plan which delivers these requirements on a daily basis and over the long term.
• Lead cross functional effort to align supply and production plans with sales forecast and BU objectives (i.e., inventory targets).
• Implement processes to reduce overall logistics cost through optimizations and influencing other business areas (where appropriate).
• Establish ongoing improvement plans for freight management, vendor routing, carrier management, and warehousing management.
• Develop, implement, and monitor performance metrics for transportation, shipping and receiving.
• Create, monitor, and report on weekly and monthly logistics key performance indicators.
• Negotiate with and manage contracts and service level agreements for third party suppliers and/or service providers.
• Manage courier/carrier implementations and establish service level agreements to ensure services are delivered as promised.
• Approve and verify invoices for outbound freight expense and other logistics related operations.
• Assist with the development of annual budget for Logistics Department (capital and operating).
• Ensure proper execution and documentation of product, packaging and shelf-life requirements; investigating issue resolution/recoveries when requirements are not met.
• Manage the development and implementation of technology related systems, procedures, and standards.
• Provide direction on warehouse activities such as receiving, put away, warehousing, pick/pack and all other distribution and transportation activities.
• Observe, revise, and maintain product flow patterns for optimum operational efficiency.
• Monitor and control all product inventory, including FIFO at each provincial warehouse.
• Maintain flow of pallets, inventory, and storage.
• Oversee weekly or monthly inventory cycle counts as required by applicable governing bodies (ie: AGLC).
• Ensure high standards of warehouse security is maintained.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of direct work experience in logistics and/or transport. function or supply chain management as a Manager or Supervisor.
• Minimum 7 years of direct work experience in a related role, including at least. 3 years of warehouse or supply chain management experience.
• Professional designation (CAPICs or CITT) considered an asset.
• Post-secondary education in business, science, engineering or related field.
• Lean Warehousing and Distribution training and/or experience working in a lean warehouse is an asset.
• Direct working knowledge of operations, warehouse management, inventory control, and transportation management.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control processes /technology within ERP systems, as well as Microsoft Office products, including Excel and Word.
• Experience in managing third-party logistics providers.
• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Food Safety standards.
• Direct working experience with operations, packaging, inventory control, and transportation management.
• Demonstrated leadership and change management skills, Lean Manufacturing a plus.
• Solid financial aptitude and experience managing a budget.
• Flexibility and availability to work rotating shifts, overtime and weekends.
• Strong knowledge Microsoft Office products, including Excel and Word.
• Able to facilitate data-driven statistical approaches to problem solving.
• Post-secondary Degree / Diploma preferred.
• Logistics Program or Supply Chain designation (in progress or willingness to purse) preferred.
• Forklift License an asset.
• Equivalent combination of comparable education and experience will be considered.

Competencies:

• Strong presentation, oratory, and verbal skills.
• Proficiency with English Language.
• Must be highly motivated, possess excellent communication skills and able to lead by example.
• A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including conflict resolution, and people management skills.
• Sound leadership, staff management, and teambuilding skills.
• Computer literate, including effective working skills of business technology tools (ie MS Office).
• Ability to adapt to and learn fast new technology tools.
• Able to work well under pressure and meet set deadlines.
• High degree of resourcefulness, flexibility, and adaptability.
• Ability to listen and provide feedback constructively.
• Excellent Organizational, and communication skills that are demonstrated by example and fosters excellence.
• Proficient leadership skills that support the corporate culture and build successful teams.
• Able to multitask and thrive in a fast paced, multi-faceted operation.
• Energetic, self-motivated, and results-oriented.
• Safety equipment will be required, e.g., steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses/goggles, etc.
• Exposed to heat and cold temperatures.
• Possible exposure to dangerous/hazardous materials.
• Ability to lift at least 40 kg’s.
• Available for emergency calls after work hours.
• Overtime as required.
• Communicate and model the organizations Safety, GMP’s, Food Safety, and other company policies and procedures, as well as applicable federal safety standards and local laws.
• Enforce policies regarding security and safety to maintain a safe working environment and ensure facility housekeeping and sanitation standards are met.
• Must follow all work instructions, Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Safety Procedures, Illness and Disease Policy and all other company policies and procedures.
• Managers, are responsible for monitoring their employees GMP’s and recording all exceptions.

If you are interested in joining a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, success focused organization please submit your resume and cover letter to our jobs e-mail.

We look forward to hearing from you!

We thank all candidates for your interested in Big Rock and for applying. Only those selected for interviews and providing the information outlined above will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company car
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Calgary, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• logistics and/or transport and/or supply chain management: 5 years (required)
• related work: 7 years (required)

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 2023-03-24