Distribution Centre Manager - Kingston

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Distribution Centre Manager is responsible for the effective management of the distribution facility to achieve optimum efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Major Responsibilities

• Performs Yearly budget forecast 
• Conducts Yearly license renewal 
• Monthly Budget Review 
• Oversees monthly self-check process audit (World Class Sales) 
• Conducts quarterly staff reviews and recognition 
• Conducts weekly safety inspection 
• Reviews service and operational performance with the sales and operations team weekly
• Reviews inventory reconciliation daily
• Reviews delivery effectiveness daily
• Reviews system daily  
• Creates and authorizes of spending associated with the distribution centre  
• Maintains non-structural assets (Truck washing, warehouse cleaning, yard & office maintenance, etc.) 
• Warehouse best practices Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP)  
• Protects the integrity of all personnel & products in the warehouse 
• Minimizes operational cost 
• Adheres to all company policies and safety requirements for the role as prescribed by the business 
• Leads the operational objectives for quarterly/monthly stock counts
• Ensures all roles are adequately filled and covered in the DC (with the support of Human Resource Department)
• Manages and maintains 3PL relationships to drive productivity, compliance and improved customer service levels
• Conducts Monthly DC KPI reviews
• Any other responsibilities as required by the business 

Specialized knowledge, skills, and training required:

• Strong analytical prowess and creative problem-solving ability 
• An affinity to austere cost control 
• Strong integrity and dedication 
• Strong motivational and people skills 
• Sound Knowledge of warehousing and distribution best practices  
• Sound appreciation for safety and safety culture 
• Excellent organizational skills and detail-oriented
• Excellent facilitation and negotiation skills
• Networks effectively both internally and externally
• Ability to be flexible and respond to a variety of issues in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Working knowledge of MC Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Academic qualifications and experience required for the job:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Operations Management, Logistics, and Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related field 
• Minimum 4 years experience in warehousing and distribution management 
• Strategic planning and forecasting ability 
• Skilled in operations management, stock control, and budget management