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Team Lead, Operations (Overnights)

@ Sobeys

Whitby, Ontario

2+ years experience
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Overview

Sobeys is hiring a Team Lead, Operations for an overnight shift from 11pm to 7am at its distribution centres. The role directs selection, loading, forklift and support staff to accurately fill orders for over 1,600 stores, and includes weekend availability. Flexible scheduling and a Total Rewards package are offered.

Responsibilities:

  • Supervise selection, loading, forklift and support staff on overnight shift
  • Maintain health and safety checklists and inspections
  • Monitor reports and improve RSC productivity
  • Coach, counsel and discipline as required
  • Maintain sanitation standards

Requirements summary:

  • Minimum two years' experience in a Retail Support Centre
  • Previous experience with material handling equipment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, EXE, SAP and WMS
  • Post-secondary diploma or relevant work experience
  • Familiarity with the Western and Prairie road network

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Employer posting date
2026-11-03
First seen by our source
2026-11-04
Source record updated
2026-11-04

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentManufacturing & production
Experience2+ years
Manages peopleYes
Scheduleweekends, overnight
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingWarehouse
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · lift 50 lb · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
EducationCollege diploma (preferred)
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Generous parental leave, Retirement plan, Stock or equity, Employee discount

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Sobeys

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Full company description

Sobeys Inc. is proudly Canadian, with more than 115 years of experience in the food retail business. As one of only two national grocery retailers in Canada, we serve the food shopping needs of Canadians with approximately 1,600 stores in all 10 provinces under retail banners that include Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods and Lawtons Drugs, as well as more than 350 retail fuel locations. We are a family nurturing families – is our collective passion and mission to nurture the things that make life better, including great experiences, families, communities and the lives of our employees. More information on Sobeys Inc. can be found at www.corporate.sobeys.com. Sobeys inc. est une entreprise fièrement canadienne comptant plus de 115 ans d'expérience dans le commerce de détail alimentaire. Nous sommes l'un des deux seuls détaillants alimentaires présents dans tout le Canada, et répondons aux besoins en épicerie de notre clientèle par l'entremise de nos quelque 1 600 magasins répartis dans chacune des dix provinces et arborant l'une ou l'autre de nos diverses enseignes dont Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods et Lawtons Drugs, ainsi que de nos plus de 350 stations d'essence. Notre raison d'être - nous sommes une famille qui nourrit l'esprit de famille - s'incarne aussi dans notre passion et notre mission communes, soit cultiver ce qui rend la vie plus agréable : les expériences exceptionnelles, la famille, les collectivités et la vie de nos employés. Pour plus de renseignements sur Sobeys inc., veuillez consulter la page www.corporate.sobeys.com/fr.

LinkedIn followers
165,456
People associated on LinkedIn
17,862
Reported office locations
  • 115 King Street, Stellarton, Nova Scotia B0K 1S0, CA
  • 17220 Stony Plain Road, Edmonton, Alberta T5S 1K6, CA
  • 4980 Tahoe Blvd., Mississauga, Ontario L4W 0C7, CA
  • 11281 Albert-Hudon Boulevard, Montreal, Quebec H1G 3J5, CA
Business categories
  • Food and Beverage
  • Grocery
  • Hospitality
  • Retail
Other recorded names
  • Sobeys
Specialties
  • Grocery / Épicerie
  • Retail / Commerce de détail
  • Distribution / Distribution
  • Corporate / Entreprise
  • and Pharmacy & Healthcare / Pharmacie
Profile identifies a recruitment agency
No
Reported total investment
300,000,000

Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.

Sobeys Inc. is proudly Canadian, with more than 115 years of experience in the food retail business. As one of only two national grocery retailers in Canada, we serve the food shopping needs of Canadians with approximately 1,600 stores in all 10 provinces under retail banners that include Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods and Lawtons Drugs, as well as more than 350 retail fuel locations. We are…

FieldValue
IndustryRetail
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersStellarton, Nova Scotia
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1907
SpecialtiesGrocery / ÉpicerieRetail / Commerce de détailDistribution / DistributionCorporate / Entrepriseand Pharmacy & Healthcare / Pharmacie
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Job description
Be the Driving Force Behind Canada's Grocery Supply!
Embark on a rewarding career with Sobeys Inc., celebrated among Canada’s Top 100 employers, where your talents contribute to our commitment to excellence and community impact.
Join our innovative, fast-paced distribution centres and help deliver essential products to over 1,600 stores. With flexible schedules and a strong commitment to health and safety, you’ll play a vital role in keeping Canadians stocked with what they need most.

Ready to start fresh?
Reporting to the assigned Shift Lead Operations, the Team Leads control and direct all selection, loading, forklift, and support staff to ensure the accurate selection of product to all stores and affiliates. Actively contribute to a positive, productive, and safe working environment.
Overnight shift 11pm-7am, requiring availability to work both days of the weekends.
Here’s where you’ll have an impact:
• Provide employees with instruction, information, supervision, and facilities to encourage ongoing safe work practices
• Maintain integrity of EXE productivity
• Maintain integrity of health and safety checklists and inspections
• Participate on the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee as required
• Work with Shift Leads and Managers to identify problems and work to make improvements
• Comply with all RSC audit expectations (OH&S, etc.)
• Contribute to the effectiveness of the RSC’s health and safety program by promoting a safe work culture
• Monitor and review all reports and develop strategies for improving RSC productivity
• Prompt implementation of new and or revised RSC programs and standards
• Ensure all checklists are complete, current, and accurate
• Coach, counsel, and discipline as required
• Adhere and implement all applicable company safety standards
• Maintain sanitation standards
• Promote employee engagement, mission and purpose
• Performs special projects and other duties as required
What you bring to the table:
• Minimum of two years' experience in a Retail Support Centre (RSC)
• Previous experience with Material Handling Equipment
• Proficient knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, EXE, SAP and WMS.
• Post Secondary Diploma/Degree or relevant Work Experience
• Full engagement with colleagues and warehouse staff
• Well-rounded individual detail oriented with strong organizational, time management, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to meet tight deadlines while ensuring accuracy
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Familiarity with the Western and Prairie Road network
• Supervise and performance manage a team
• May be required to lift to 50 lbs
• Sitting, walking or standing for long periods of time
• Flexible in their schedule working days, evening or nights as all other duties are required

Learn more about our story and culture:
Who We Are | Why Work With Us
Total Rewards
We offer a Total Rewards package designed to support teammates at work and in life. Depending on role and eligibility, teammates may receive health and dental benefits, retirement and savings programs including an Employee Share Ownership Plan, a 10% in-store discount at participating banners, virtual healthcare and an Employee and Family Assistance Program, learning and development opportunities, parental leave top-up, and paid vacation.
Sobeys is committed to providing a compensation structure that is flexible, equitable and competitive in the market to enable performance and growth. To learn more about this opportunity including the expected range of compensation in accordance with Pay Transparency Legislation where required please click the “I’m interested” or "Apply" button above. Individual compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity within the range provided.
Additional Information
External websites may share our organization's job postings which includes compensation information based on similar roles and market benchmarks. These figures are provided for general comparison purposes only and are not issued or verified by our organization.
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support efficiencies in the candidate screening, assessment, and recruitment processes. These AI tools do not make hiring decisions on behalf of the Company. Hiring decisions are made by our Hiring Teams.
Sobeys is committed to creating accessible and inclusive hiring processes. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.
Please note: Successful candidates will be required to provide documentation to prove their legal ability to work in the position during the onboarding process. Documentation will be assessed by the employer prior to commencement of work.

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