Metro Supply Chain is a strategic supply chain solutions partner to some of the world’s fastest growing and most reputable organizations. For 50 years, it has excelled at tailoring integrated, data-driven solutions, fueled by advanced systems and technology, that fulfill complex and challenging distribution needs. Managing 19 million square feet operating out of more than 175 sites across North America and Europe with a team of 9,000, it is one of Canada’s largest privately owned supply chain solutions companies. Metro Supply Chain is a 2024 winner of the Canada’s Best Managed Companies program, recognized for its strategic expertise, culture of innovation and commitment to its people and local communities.
About the role: Leading the warehouse teams to deliver the operational service required by our customer
~ Late Shift
Tasks Include:
Putting away products efficiently
Picking products as per customer specifications
Packing orders to ensure safety in delivery
Loading deliveries
Managing tasks in a safe and orderly manner
Working with the management team to make the operation as efficient as possible
Supporting other members of staff in the operation
Undertaking any other duties as may be required
Completing warehouse documentation as required, ensuring their accuracy and identifying other relevant information to report
Have full knowledge of the products you are handling
Ensuring the warehouse is kept tidy and organised
Assisting in other areas of business as required
Operate MHE safely and effectively according to training and ensuring other members of staff do the same and regular checks are made on all machinery
Ensure other members of staff are effective
Unloading and checking goods in
Checking orders, ensuring accuracy
Managing operations via relevant WMS
Take responsibility for the locking up procedure for the warehouse/site
Under guidance from the site manager, deputise for SL4 Supervisor when absent
Lead team and the activities in the day-to-day operation
Reporting all damages, breakages, issues and H&S near misses or accidents to relevant line manager or other available management
Log any customer / KPI / internal information as required
Ensure timesheets are completed correctly as required
Develop strong relationships with all Metro personnel
Be aware of our business goals and support them
Maintain good relationships with all stakeholders working efficiently together
Report any issues to line manager in timely manner
Communicate with all stakeholders in a positive and professional manner
Plans the workload for the warehouse team effectively
Help the management team identify potential time pressures within the operation
Understanding and awareness of cost control
Act as a mentor to any new employees
Help support other staff members or small teams when required
Qualifications and Skills Required:
Good level of numeracy and literacy
Intermediate PC / WMS skills
Preferred NVQ level 2 warehousing or equivalent
Prior knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems
Knowledge of company health and safety policy and procedures
Housekeeping awareness
Qualifications to operate relevant MHE
Qualifications to operate Forklift (PPT)
An understanding of the business goals and objectives
Physically active
Communications with customer
People Management
Why Join Us:
· Work in an environment where safety is our first priority
· The opportunity to build a career with a growing company
· Company sponsored social events
· Community volunteering
· Death in Service
· Medical Cover
· BUPA Cashplan