Logistics and Distribution Manager

We are looking for an experienced individual to join our KN team as Distribution Centre Manager. If you love Logistics, are process-improvement and team oriented, this could be the right opportunity for you!

Your Role

This distribution centre employs a team of over 100 associates and provides 3PL services to a well know Medical Supplies brand. As DCM you will be responsible for providing customer service excellence to this client, via the execution of work processes across the distribution centre, designed to support efficient, safe and high quality workmanship.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead / participate in customer negotiations;
• Ensure proactive approach to relationship management;
• Participate in new business implementation project management;
• Promote integration of CL and road/rail activities where applicable;
• Review forecasts monthly reflective of the current and future state of the business, take action to improve negative trends and report deviations to plan;
• Full accountability for the performance of direct reports;
• Set SMART goals and projects to achieve individual, distribution centre, and divisional results;
• Support employee engagement/retention initiatives, succession planning, and internal promotions within the DC;
• Collaborate with Senior Management to ensure efficient, standardized and ‘best in class’ logistics operations;
• Promote a culture of safety to ensure all reasonable precautions are taken for the protection of workers;
• Support local implementation of KNPS Bronze, Silver and Gold (company production systems) certifications;
• Plan long range labour requirements based on sales forecasts and input from direct reports;
• Develop space utilization plans to meet prescribed cost and services standards;
• Together with the Local Quality Manager, drive QSHE implementation and compliance;
• Other duties as assigned in support of the development and execution of the company’s strategy.

Your Skills and Experiences

Professional Experience:

• 7+ years experience in Contract Logistics / 3PL / Distribution Centre / Warehouse environment
• 7+ years experience in warehouse leadership and warehouse inventory in a complex 3PL environment
• Experience in Pharma / Healthcare environment would be an asset.
• Experience in a GMP environment

Knowledge Required:

• Manage and execute a broad range of warehouse functions (shipping, receiving, picking, packing, returns, etc.)
• Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety and employment standards legislation, and of common workplace hazards and associated controls (Bill C45)
• Knowledge of technical processes related to standard warehouse equipment and applications such as racking, WMS systems and MHE
• Knowledge of various production and quality systems (GxP, ISO, TPS, etc.)
• Advanced MS Excel skills

Education required:

• Diploma/Degree in International Business, Transportation, Logistics, Customs or a related field preferred

Skills required:

• Proven proficiency in an automated warehouse environment
• Experience in a pharmaceutical distribution centre is considered an asset
• Prepare and interpret operational financial reports
• In-depth understanding of company operations, sales environment, and cost structures
• Strong customer orientation and problem solving skills
• Knowledge or certifications in Lean Six Sigma processes would be an asset.

This job is not eligible for international relocation support or work permit sponsorship.

Kuehne+Nagel Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Good Reasons to Join

We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs and a highly dynamic global work environment.