Shipping Supervisor
September 27 2024
Industries
Retail
Categories Supply Chain, Distribution, Logistics
St John's, NL • Full time
The primary job function is to plan and direct the daily requirements of the warehouse, shipping department. The right candidate will also be adept at effectively creating, implementing, and directing policies, objectives, and initiatives for the shipping department in conjunction with corporate oversight and goals.
This is an opportunity for an experienced professional to join the Kent team and work with us to implement best practices in in GDP (Good Distribution Practice).
- Customer Deliveries
- Warehouse Operations
- Scheduling & Planning Efficiencies
- Shipping, Receiving and Reverse Logistics
- Location Management
We are looking for someone to be actively engaged in warehouse activities. To be able to supervise, and guide shipping department associates in their daily activities. Develop and build a strong work relationship with inbound and outbound departments as well as drivers on the road.
Responsibilities
- Supervise a team of shippers.
- Supporting the workload daily and working together with the warehouse supervisor and team
- Completing all shipping/picking/packing/inventory checks as required for quality control
- Maintain picking accuracy and responsibility for complete and correct shipments to customers
- Ensure shipping documents are completed and correct
- Operate equipment safely
- Optimize Freight Flow
Qualifications
- Experience in warehouse operations, business processes.
- Operations/warehouse experience on a similar position is preferred.
- Intermediate computer skills and knowledge of MS Office
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, ability to build strong relationships throughout the organization.
- Comfortable speaking with stakeholders from all areas of the business at all levels of leadership.
- Sets and accomplishes challenging goals by leveraging team resources effectively.
- Building supply industry knowledge would be an asset.
About the Team
Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. With 48 locations and an ecommerce website, our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior customer service and know-how, quality products, and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values. We employ over 3,700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. We focus on the development of our people and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative and the ARENA buying group which ensures our great product selection and pricing
About Us
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.