Operations Manager

Advantages
- Great rate of pay, up to $135,000 to be discussed based on experience
- Great Bonus
- Up to 4 weeks vacation
- RRSP matching
- Incredible benefits (from day one)
- Work within a Tariff and recession-proof industry
- Great room for advancement and longevity with professional development
- Discount program


Responsibilities
- Provide visionary leadership, including hiring, training, and directing managers and supervisors.
- Communicate strategic goals, objectives, and action plans to the team.
- Manage day-to-day operational and capital budgets, including financial reporting.
- Monitor and control departmental costs, adjusting labor based on business forecasts.
- Conduct performance reviews, offering coaching and mentorship to enhance professional management skills.
- Support succession planning by developing high-potential employees.
- Address and resolve escalated customer service issues related to deliveries, product quality, and safety.
- Monitor and report KPIs, driving innovation and process improvement.
- Lead and participate in special projects, including business case development and RFP creation.
- Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory standards.
- Oversee food safety compliance and manage third-party vendors.
- Ensure the safe operation of transport vehicles and manage equipment maintenance.
- Collaborate with national supply chain teams to optimize haul-back opportunities and transportation scheduling.
- Investigate transportation incidents and implement preventative measures.
- Maintain statistical information on drivers, equipment, and service levels to improve efficiency.

Qualifications
- Degree, diploma, or certificate in Business Management or Operations.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in senior warehousing, transportation, or logistics management roles.
- Minimum of 5 years working within a retail or First-Party operations (non-3PL operations experience)
- Proven experience in leading large-scale supply chain operations.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Results-oriented leader with sound judgment and decision-making abilities.
- Experience working with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in project planning, change management, and people development.
- Strong leadership, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.

Summary
If you qualify and are interested in learning more, please forward your resume to kim.patrick@randstad.ca

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