Warehouse Supervisor

Job title:

Warehouse Supervisor

Company

Robert Half

Job description

The Warehouse Supervisor will lead and oversee all warehousing operations to ensure optimal efficiency, safety, and compliance with company policies and legislative requirements. This role involves direct accountability for managing inbound and outbound freight, maintaining inventory integrity, and coordinating storage, logistics, and distribution activities. The Warehouse Supervisor will also play a key role in fostering a safe, well-organized, and collaborative team environment.Education and Experience Requirements:

• Education: Post-secondary education in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar leadership role within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Hands-on experience with SAP or other ERP systems is required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Previous experience managing third-party logistics providers is an asset.
• Strong leadership competencies, including communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and conflict resolution expertise.

Warehouse Operations & Inventory Management:

• Oversee the receipt, handling, storage, and distribution of all products, supplies, and freight across corporate warehouses.
• Ensure timely and accurate shipment of production orders in compliance with established delivery schedules.
• Monitor and maintain inventory levels to meet both internal production needs and external customer demands.
• Identify and address inventory discrepancies through timely investigations and corrective actions.
• Conduct regular inventory spot-checks and reconcile records.

Logistics & Space Optimization:

• Plan warehouse layout and optimize space utilization to enhance productivity, minimize damages, and prevent loss of inventory.
• Ensure efficient allocation of warehouse space based on product turnover, size, weight, and storage requirements.
• Recommend and facilitate the procurement of necessary equipment (e.g., forklifts, trailers, crash pads) to improve operational efficiency.

Compliance & Safety:

• Develop, enforce, and maintain compliance with corporate policies, including health, safety, security, and environmental (HSSE) standards.
• Actively communicate and promote HSSE initiatives, ensuring a safe working environment for all employees.
• Maintain detailed and up-to-date documentation for regulated or hazardous materials, adhering to all regulatory guidelines.

Performance Management:

• Monitor and implement operational performance metrics for shipping, receiving, and inventory functions.
• Investigate and resolve issues related to lost or damaged shipments, ensuring prompt corrective actions.
• Communicate delays, variances, or other logistical challenges to relevant stakeholders in a timely manner.

Team Leadership:

• Supervise daily activities of warehouse staff, providing mentorship, direction, and performance feedback.
• Foster an atmosphere of teamwork and accountability, while actively addressing conflicts and promoting staff engagement.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity – whenever you choose – even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.4154. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.Only job postings for jobs located in Quebec appear in French.© 2025 Robert Half. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use.Robert HalfRobert Half est la première et la plus grande firme de solutions de gestion des talents spécialisées au monde, qui met en relation des chercheurs d’emploi hautement qualifiés avec des opportunités au sein de grandes entreprises. Nous offrons…

Expected salary

Location

Etobicoke, ON

Job date

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 08:48:19 GMT

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