Warehouse Supervisor

_**Who are we?**_
- **United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) Canada is the leading distributor of natural, organic, and specialty foods We transform the world of food for our customers, suppliers, associates, and the families we serve every day Our mission is simple: to provide healthier food choices to people everywhere.**_
- **Better Food, Better Future**_
- **If YOU are a Warehouse Operations professional who enjoys supervising a team, executing business objectives, AND LOVES FOOD as much as we do, this opportunity at UNFI may be right for you. Read on**_

**Position**:Warehouse Supervisor (Afternoons)

**Job Type**:Full Time

**Schedule: Monday to Thursday 2:30 PM - 1:00 AM (Afternoons)**

**Language Requirements**:English

**Location**:Vaughan, ON

**Annual Salary**: $57,941 - $65,000

**Purpose**:
Responsible for supervising the shipping/receiving functions of all outgoing/incoming products from the warehouse. Leads and controls activities of company warehouse personnel. Front line supervision is an extremely important function for the company, positive interaction with the employees is critical as this ensures getting work out on time, efficiently, and accurately.

Ensures shipping, receiving, storage, and distribution are performed in an efficient manner. Takes precautions to protect warehouse contents against loss. Retains and reviews warehouse documents and reports.

Conducts Warehouse operations in accordance with established procedures and policies and keeps management informed of Warehouse activities. Completes miscellaneous support functions and supports area personnel as required.

**Responsibilities**:

- Provides direction and proper motivation to lead employees to ensure the daily workload is completed in an efficient and cost effective manner.
- Maintains a positive presence on the floor throughout the shift.
- Supervises all warehouse functions.
- Completes appropriate paperwork and reports as required.
- Provides new hire and follow
- up training for all employees.
- Performs job evaluations and communicates results to employees.
- Evaluates work performance of personnel regarding promotions, absenteeism, commendations, and disciplinary action.
- Communicates with other members of management and departments to ensure that goals are accomplished.
- Maintains a safe, clean work environment. Knowledgeable of all emergency procedures and regulations regarding fire and other potential emergencies.
- Perform duties in accordance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures, as appropriate for location
- Other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications**:
**Education/Certification(s)**:

- Post-Secondary Education in Business, Supply Chain, or Logistics or equivalent work-related experience.
- APICS/CPIM designation is considered an asset.

**Experience**:

- Minimum 3 years of progressive related experience.
- Previous Supervision experience in a Warehouse, Food/CPG Distribution, or Logistics environment heavily desired.

**Required Knowledge**:

- Knowledge of purchasing and inventory procedures and policies.
- Familiarity with courier and mailing functions.
- Knowledge of Six Sigma and/or Lean Principles is an asset.

**Skills & Abilities**:

- Proficient with MS Office (Word and Excel)
- Excellent leadership abilities.
- Able to organize, coordinate, and direct team activities.
- Strong problem solving skills
- Attentive to detail.
- Good communication and public relations skills.

**Why work at UNFI Canada?**
- Base salary offered
- Quarterly Supply Chain bonus incentive offered
- Health & Dental Benefits package offered on your first Day of work
- Paid vacation and sick days
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) after 6 months of service
- Paid vacation and sick days
- Flexible schedule
- Internal career opportunities
- A friendly and helpful team

**Our Commitment**:
**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $57,900.00-$65,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

- Bonus pay

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- Evening shift
- Night shift
- On call
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Vaughan, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Are you able to work the required shift/schedule: Monday to Thursday 2:30 PM - 1:00 AM? Type Yes or No:
**Experience**:

- Warehouse Supervisor: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person