Distribution Center Manager

We are looking for someone seeking exciting new opportunities as a Distribution Center Manager for our thriving team. The successful person will be an energetic, customer focused, self-starter who has experience in the automotive aftermarket parts industry.

What we can offer you:

• A competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits and employee assistance program accessible.
• A generous employer contribution to the pension plan.
• Complete insurance coverage.
• Employee discounts on automotive products.
• Career development opportunities
• Work in a dynamic work environment you’ll be able to expand your skills

Your Daily Contribution & Impact:

• Responsible for all warehousing and distribution activities in the Coquitlam Distribution Centre
• Through a leadership team of Distribution Centre and Department Heads, organize, co-ordinate and supervise the work of approximately 50 unionized and non-unionized team members in accordance with established policies, laws and regulations, including those related to operating a distribution centre in a Safe and efficient fashion
• Maintain a high level of performance for the Distribution Centre activities, such as fill rate, profitability, inventory turns and most importantly, productivity and the quality of service provided to our customers
• Responsible for creating, implementing, managing and monitoring warehouse results in accordance with the established warehouse budget to ensure objectives are met or exceeded
• In partnership with the VP of Operations and Logistics, develop and implement strategies to reduce costs throughout the facility
• Prioritize teamwork, excellence and quality of service offered to customers, by ensuring a synergy among all levels of team members within the facility in order to meet the company’s strategic objectives and performance standards regarding, levels of service, profitability, inventory turnaround and operation efficiency (KPI’s)
• Work closely with customers and all departments, insuring good internal and external communications
• Closely cooperate with the Head Office Logistics group and IT departments, in order to optimize the working methods and processes related to our Warehouse Management System (WMS) and our ERP system (SAP)
• Participate in the development and implementation of best business practices (“SOP: Standard Operating Procedures”) to optimize the distribution network
• Coach, manage, evaluate and develop members of his/her team

Expertise & Essential Skills:

• University or College degree in Logistics, Business Administration or Production
• 5 to 7 years of professional experience in a similar role in a unionized distribution environment
• Ability to adapt and lead in a constantly changing high passed environment and act as a change management Champion
• Strong leadership skills, which include the ability to work efficiently within a multidisciplinary team
• Experience with warehouse management system (WMS), ERP (SAP) and experience with implementation processes and principles of continuous improvement
• Strong organizational, planning and cost control skills
• Strong ability to analyze, synthesize, negotiate, motivate and persuade
• Strong influencer and communication skills both written and verbal
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel
• Experience in wholesale distribution and/or automotive industry is an asset
• Experience in unionized environment is an asset

Why Bumper to Bumper?

• We are a Canadian company in Boucherville, QC, part of the LKQ Group – North America’s largest provider of alternative vehicle collision replacement products and the world’s largest provider of alternative aftermarket parts. Our network includes over 190 auto parts stores and more than 80 automotive service providers operating in Canada under the Bumper to Bumper® banner.
• More than just a brand, Bumper to Bumper is a team of passionate individuals. With a fresh vision and a recently reinvigorated leadership team, collaboration is at the core of our success.
• Join us to be part of a growing company and contribute to our ongoing success in the automotive industry.
• Bumper to Bumper is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Long live your career at Bumper to Bumper!

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