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Manager, Warehouse & Distribution

Arterra Wines Canada · Forest Falls, CA · 4 mo ago
Management$101k–$131k/yrFull-time

About the role

The Distribution Centre Manager leads the Mississauga Distribution Centre and the Niagara Falls Plant Warehouse, ensuring efficient operations and adherence to regulatory and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

  • Leading MDC and NFC Warehouse KPIs: Safety, Quality, Service, Cost

  • Internal Inventory Control & Systems Compliance

  • Building Strong Teams

  • Continuous Improvements & Cost Optimization

  • Strategic & Financial Accountability

Qualifications

  • Post-secondary education with 5+ years of progressive experience in warehouse, logistics, or distribution operations, including 2+ years in a leadership or management role.

  • Proven experience leading warehouse operations, handling finished goods and packaging materials.

  • Experience working with 3PL warehouse providers.

  • Strong proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and JDE.

  • Solid understanding of inventory control principles, material flow, and order fulfillment processes.

  • Knowledge of health & safety regulations, transportation compliance, and quality standards (e.g., HACCP, CFIA, or similar).

  • Strong leadership presence with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop high-performing teams.

  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution skills.

  • Demonstrated ability to drive operational efficiency, cost savings, and service-level improvements.

  • Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills.

  • Results-oriented mindset with a focus on accountability, continuous improvement, and safety.

  • Strong skills in Microsoft applications including Excel, and Access.

  • Preferred post-secondary in related disciplines (Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering).

  • Experience with Warehouse Management Systems an asset.

  • Distribution Centre work experience an asset.

  • Inventory Management experience an asset.

  • Familiarity with LCBO, SAQ, and other provincial liquor board compliance.

  • Experience working freight carriers, and inter-warehouse transfers between manufacturing and distribution centres.

  • Advanced Excel and reporting skills; experience with Power BI or similar analytics tools is an asset.

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