Warehouse Manager

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the **Warehouse Manager** is responsible to lead, manage and oversee the completion of all operational activities and requirements of the Urban Tactical-Winnipeg warehouse. This includes managing shipments in/outbound; picking products from the warehouse according to pick lists; determining optimal freight costs; preparing for and completing inventory counts; restocking retail inventory, and maintaining the warehouse area in a neat, organized and safe manner according to all policies, procedures, legislation and regulation.

The incumbent is responsible for monitoring the condition of, and scheduling all maintenance and repairs to the Company’s warehouse equipment and corporate vehicles. The incumbent will contribute to the development of warehouse operational policies, procedures and practices.

This position works as part of a team and plays a key role in delivering the highest level of service excellence to achieve total customer satisfaction. The Warehouse Manager contributes to the overall success and profitability of Urban Tactical and more broadly, the CSS Group of Companies. To enable this, initiative, teamwork, communication, customer service and judgment are core competencies.

**Skills Required**:

- Proven leadership, management and supervisory experience in a distribution/retail warehouse environment
- Proficient in technical knowledge of inventory management
- Proven self-starter; High degree of initiative and self-monitoring
- Proven ability to coordinate, optimize and maintain receiving, warehousing, and distribution facilities and operations
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills
- Demonstrated problem solving skills
- Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with all stakeholders
- Demonstrated commitment to teamwork and customer service excellence
- Demonstrated physical fitness; Lifting / carrying items up to 22 kg (50 lbs)
- Advanced knowledge and demonstrated practice complying with all applicable health and workplace safety laws, regulations, policies, procedures and practices
- Exceptional record of punctuality and attendance

**Detailed Description**:

- Oversee the receiving process to ensure that product is received accurately and efficiently in a timely manner
- Determine optimal distribution method / determination of best way for freight costs for shipments
- Oversee the picking process to ensure that we are pulling products in an accurate and efficient manner to fulfill our orders
- Ensure our pickup and delivery drivers are able to optimize their travel patterns within the city
- Partner with the retail team to ensure regular cycle counts are being completed
- Develop new policies and procedures within the warehouse to improve accuracy, efficiency, and organization
- Maintain a neat, clean and orderly warehouse facility, consolidate products to maximize warehouse space to optimize efficiency
- Maintain accurate and detailed maintenance records; Report the requirement for servicing of warehouse equipment and Company vehicles as required
- Maintain appropriate inventory of shipping products and materials
- Safeguard warehouse operations and contents by contributing to the creation of, and consistently adhering to all security policies, procedures and protocols
- Maintain safe work practices, adhere to all applicable workplace health and safety laws and regulations
- Report any issues, errors, inconsistencies and safety matters to their supervisor

**Qualifications**:

- Minimum High school diploma; Preference given to those with post secondary education (degree or diploma)
- Minimum four (4) years experience leading and managing a warehouse supporting wholesale and retail operations, at least two (2) years of which are in a supervisory capacity
- Physical fitness; Must be able to lift 22 kilos (50 pounds)
- Current valid driver’s license with clear record (Manitoba: Class: 5)
- Current forklift driving and operation certification
- Criminal Record Check (Winnipeg Police Service - Level 2)

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

**Salary**: $45,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability

**Education**:

- Secondary School (required)

**Experience**:

- Supervisory: 2 years (preferred)
- Inventory management software: 4 years (preferred)
- Distribution/Retail Warehouse Management: 4 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 Licence (preferred)