Supervisor, Operations

DSV – Global Transport and Logistics

DSV encourages inclusivity and are committed to diversity in the workplace while welcoming applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, aboriginal persons, and persons with disabilities. Our goal is to provide an inclusive environment for all to succeed. We work with candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to Human Resources should you require accommodation during the recruitment process.

Location: Milton, Ontario
Job Posting Title: Supervisor
Time Type: Full Time Permanent

Compensation: Salary starting at $60,000, plus eligible benefits, in accordance with experience and internal equity

***This posting is for an existing vacancy and not intended to create a talent pipeline OR This posting is to build a candidate pool for future vacancies in this role***

Core Purpose and Essence of the Position: Supervise warehousing operations and administration within the area of responsibility assigned, and manage a group of Logistics Coordinators, Warehouse Operators and Material Handlers to exceed expectations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operations

• Directly supervise and implement day to day facility operations and administration
• Ensure that warehouse functions of the operation perform in a manner consistent with company procedures and objectives and exceed client expectations
• Ensure all staff are provided sufficient training to achieve goals set out by the Company
• Thorough understanding and supervision of all warehouses inbound and outbound process flows.

People Management

• Hold associates accountable to company and client expectations
• Train to achieve the highest standards of proficiency in handling of the Warehouse Management System
  • Ensure that employees meet the KPI expectations and goals
• Conduct daily briefings for the team, both at commencement and close of business
• Schedule labour in strict accordance with operational requirements, strive to always reduce overtime and temporary labor
• Operate with a client first model and ensure all client requests and expectations are effectively and promptly met, and in keeping with the contract
• Verify all associated warehousing paperwork and documentation and ensure transaction accuracy and data integrity.

Safety

• Keep all information and visual aids updated on notice boards and in the work area.
• Ensure that all material handling equipment (Forklifts, Battery Chargers, etc.) is properly cared for, maintained, checked and documented, and handled with utmost care and safety
• Understanding and experience of Accident Investigation Analysis and Follow up
• Ensure all staff comply with all Safety expectations set out by Company policy
• Maintain the highest standards of safety, housekeeping and 5S, and retain a clean, safe and secure work area.

PRIMARY INTERACTIONS:

The primary interaction will be working with the management team, Team Lead, Inventory Controller and Warehouse Operator.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

Leadership Skills

• Strong supervisory and leadership skills

Computer Skills

• Knowledge of WMS (Warehouse Management Systems)
• Strong proficiency of MS Office (Outlook and Excel)

Communication Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Organizational Skills

• Strong organizational, task prioritizing, and time management skills

Other

• Ability to multi-task and manage workflow priorities
• Ability to work in a rapidly changing, fast-paced and results-oriented environment where a high degree of flexibility is required.

MINIMUM EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• 4-year college degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or Logistics
• Minimum 3 years 3PL supervisory experience.

DSV – Global transport and logistics

What moves you?

At DSV, we move more than goods. We move careers, ambitions and opportunities.

With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we are the global leader in transport and logistics, and it is our people who bring our services and solutions to life every day. From frontline operations to business functions, every role contributes to keeping supply chains flowing and societies running.

Here, you are trusted to take ownership, act on your ideas and make decisions that create real impact. It is a place where people, careers and ideas keep moving forward. We value transparency in how we communicate and collaborate, and we win together by supporting each other, challenging each other and delivering results as a team.

Start here. Go anywhere

This is our promise of movement. A promise that your work matters, your contribution counts, and your career can move as far as your ambition takes it.

If you are looking to make an impact, grow your career and be part of something bigger, DSV is the place to be.

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