Distribution Center Manager

Kelowna - Canada

Yearly Salary: CAD 80000 - 100000

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Position: Distribution Center Manager

Location: Kelowna BC

Are you a strategic hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced warehouse environment As Distribution Center Manager for our two Kelowna Distribution Centers youll oversee daily operations including receiving inventory control order fulfillment and team development across both facilities. Your leadership will ensure our stores and customers receive the exceptional service they depend on. If youre ready to take ownership of a major operational hub and elevate performance join us today.

Lordco Auto Parts is Canadas biggest privately held automotive parts distributor and Western Canadas largest distributor and retailer of aftermarket parts and accessories with over 85 store locations across Western Canada and is a family-owned and operated business since 1974. Grow your career with an organization that values leadership innovation and continuous improvement.

We got you covered!

Our employees are our family and we want to make sure they are taken care of. Your health and well-being matter to us we are dedicated to providing top-notch programs and plans to support you and your loved ones. We want you to feel valued and welcomed within our diverse inclusive team and heres how we do it:

Extended Benefits for You and Your Family

Health Dental & Vision Care Insurance
Life Insurance Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Disability

Education and Savings Plans RRSP matching
Health and Wellness program
Employee & Family Assistance Program
Generous Employee Perks and Discounts
Career Development Support & Promote-From-Within Culture to enhance your expertise and maximize your career journey

Responsibilities:

Lead and inspire your team to deliver exceptional service to Lordco stores and customers across both Kelowna distribution centers
Manage Warehouse staff through your direct reports; including recruitment coaching development scheduling evaluations and discipline
Initiate coordinate and enforce optimal operational policies and procedures
Ensure both DCs are laid out for efficient space utilization
Support and guide the Inbound team to ensure all received goods are properly marked located and safeguarded
Oversee daily cycle counts and ensure inventory adjustments are completed on schedule
Ensure all orders are picked consolidated packed and shipped accurately and on time to meet daily delivery schedules
Provide Logistics with accurate skid counts carton counts and DIMs for each shipment
Ensure no product leaves the DC without proper paperwork
Oversee daily cleaning organization security and maintain daily to-do lists for warehouse teams
Track KPIs and submit detailed month-end reporting to the Director of Distribution
Champion workplace safety ensuring full compliance with WorkSafe BC and government regulations; including thorough timely accident investigations

Standards

Receive all items accurately and report discrepancies within two business days
Maintain a team average picking speed of40 lines/hr or better
Keep overall inventory variance at90% or better
Ensure Quick Pick / Special Orders are ready within15 minutes of dropping
Achieve97% on-time shipment for store orders
Maintain Receiving speed of150 lines/hr or better
Maintain Put Away speed of35 lines/hr or better
Ensure goods and returns are received properly within1 business day
Maintain accurate daily MAM location updates

Goals and Objectives

Collaborate with DC Services to slot product to shelf level byAugust 31 2026
Remove process waste to achieve10% efficiency improvement by August 31 2026
Develop leadership capabilities within your direct reports and their teams
Document SOPs and track departmental training to ensure full coverage of skill sets
Implement 5S tools including shadow boards and clearly marked functional areas
Maintain ongoing compliance with WorkSafe and TDG regulations (accurate manifests labelling placards)

Ideal Qualifications

Degree in logistics supply chain management business administration or equivalent experience
5 years of warehouse management experience
Strong expertise in warehouse operations procedures and best practices
Experience with RF scanners conveyor systems and automotive parts is an asset

Knowledge Abilities & Skills

A collaborative leader who supports a strong team culture and adaptable work environment
Proven ability to mentor and develop future leaders
Strong understanding of warehousing KPIs and continuous improvement methodologies
Skilled in Microsoft Office Warehouse Management Systems and database tools
Excellent strategic thinking problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

At Lordco Auto Parts we are committed to fostering a culture that celebrates diversity promotes equity and prioritizes inclusion in every aspect of our organization. We recognize that embracing diversity enriches our workplace enhances our perspectives and fuels innovation.

Apply now and join our family today!

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DescriptionPosition: Distribution Center Manager Location: Kelowna BC Are you a strategic hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced warehouse environment As Distribution Center Manager for our two Kelowna Distribution Centers youll oversee daily operations including receiving inventory control ord...