Supervisor, Operations

Job Location & Type Sudbury, Ontario, Canada, P3Y 1K8. Full‑time. Who We Are Becoming experts on beer doesn't happen overnight - we've been in business since 1927 and today, The Beer Store is the primary distribution and sales channel for beer in Ontario and is owned by 28+ Ontario-based brewers Through our Retail Stores, Distribution Centres, Draught Services, Customer Experience Centre, and our Corporate Office, we form one large team that is passionate about the beer business. The Beer Store is proud to foster a respectful and inclusive culture that expands and leverages the diverse talents, experiences, and perspectives of our team members to deliver exceptional service for our customers. We continue to be successful by working together, respecting each other, having a positive attitude and by trying new and innovative ideas. Not only are we knowledgeable, passionate, and loyal ambassadors for beer, we’re also health and safety advocates, environmental champions, DEIB enthusiasts and we give proudly back to our communities. The Role We are currently searching for a Supervisor, Operations reporting to the Senior Manager, DC Operations . This is a full‑time, permanent opportunity. Candidates will primarily work the day shift, however, availability to work all shifts in a 24/7 operation is needed to succeed in this role. As a member of our Distribution team, you will play a critical leadership role in supporting day‑to‑day warehouse operations in a fast‑paced, unionized environment. You’ll be responsible for driving operational performance, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, supporting inventory and fleet management, and delivering exceptional service to our retail and wholesale customers. Success in this role requires strong communication and people leadership skills, sound decision‑making, and the ability to motivate and guide teams in a 24/7 environment. Location Onsite at the Sudbury Distribution Centre What You’ll Be Doing Supervise the shift activities within a busy unionized DC environment. Training of new and existing employees and performance management. Ensure that customer service targets and goals are successfully met. Ensure the company’s health and safety, operational and budgetary efficiencies are met. Exemplify the Company’s dedication to customer service. Other responsibilities involve inventory, fleet and warehouse management, quality control, SOX and audit compliance. Other related duties as assigned. Who You Are - Your Knowledge, Skills & Experience Education High school diploma or equivalent required. Post‑secondary education is considered an asset. Experience A minimum of 3–5 years of operations experience. Previous experience with SAP is considered an asset. Previous experience working in a unionized environment would be a strong asset. This role requires that you hold a valid “G” class licence. Skills Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with employees across all levels of the organization. Proven leadership ability to effectively manage the team of direct reports. Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills with peers, leaders, internal and external customers. Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). The ability to make sound decisions in a timely fashion. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety, Ministry of Transportation and WSIB regulations would be an asset. What We Offer Our success as an organization is a result of our commitment to our greatest strength…our people We believe that any opportunity we can provide to help further your career growth and development is an investment in not only your individual success, but our overall success as a business. We work to recognize you in meaningful ways including a competitive compensation, incentive pay, a flex health benefits program, employee & family assistance program, defined pension plan with company matching, recognition programs, tuition reimbursement program, generous paid time off, employee special offers, and a casual dress and work environment. Benefits and perks are dependent upon role and status and are subject to change at the sole discretion of the company. Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to providing a respectful and empowering workplace that values our greatest resource, our people. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging are essential components of our culture that empower us to meet the needs of our employees, customers and communities. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds including racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and any other characteristic. We’re an equal opportunity employer and provide employment accommodation in accordance with provincial legislation. If contacted for an employment opportunity or testing, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. We genuinely thank you for your interest in this opportunity with us. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr