Assistant Warehouse Manager - Afternoons
Posted 21 days ago
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80,000 to 90,000 per year
Job Description
Horizon Recruitment is conducting a search for an Assistant Warehouse Manager to support the afternoon shift in a large-scale retail distribution operation. This is an opportunity to join a fast-paced, growing organization, overseeing the afternoon warehouse operations, managing the teams responsible for receiving, picking, and shipping. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, operational insight, and a continuous improvement mindset to help optimize performance across all warehouse functions.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and coach warehouse teams in afternoon operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and safety across all processes.
- Manage and develop team leads overseeing receiving, picking, and shipping to ensure daily targets and service standards are met.
- Establish and monitor KPIs to improve accuracy, productivity, and on-time delivery.
- Implement and maintain best practices for warehouse organization, layout, and space utilization.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance throughput, workflow, and overall performance.
- Maintain inventory accuracy and coordinate daily, weekly, and monthly audits.
- Collaborate with purchasing, logistics, and IT teams to resolve operational issues and support system enhancements.
- Ensure all outgoing orders are processed accurately and shipped within delivery schedules.
- Prepare and present monthly operational reports summarizing key metrics, staffing updates, and improvement plans.
- Enforce safety standards and compliance with all workplace regulations.
- Oversee facility closing procedures, ensuring all equipment, documentation, and security checks are completed before shift end.
Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in warehouse or distribution management, preferably in a large, multi-shift environment.
- Diploma or degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Strong understanding of warehouse systems, inventory control, and performance metrics.
- Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, implement improvements, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Skilled in Microsoft Office and warehouse management systems (WMS).
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Remuneration:
- $80,000 – $90,000
Only candidates eligible to work in Canada will be considered
Horizon Recruitment Inc. is a specialized recruitment and search firm with two complimentary practice areas: Finance & Supply Chain
About Horizon Recruitment Inc.
Application closing date is 2025-12-25
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