Distribution Manager

Job title: Distribution Manager

Job description: Distribution Manager (On-Site Position)

MEDELA Canada in Mississauga, ON

Medela is adding an experienced Distribution Manager to their team. Does this sound like you?

• You have strong experience in organizing and managing the day-to-day operations of a warehouse/distribution center.
• You enjoy working in a small team atmosphere where you will spend time coaching and mentoring your team.
• You have strong experience with transportation contracts and tariffs with all domestic and some international carriers.
• You work with vendors and 3PL’s on a routine basis and are very accustomed to reviewing contracts.
• You are known for your supply chain and logistics expertise.
• Your people know they matter while meeting and exceeding business objectives.
• You are very willing to jump in and be hands-on to help the team when necessary.
• You are looking for a great family culture.

If this describes you, learn more about us, Medela.

Please go to

Founded in 1961 by Olle Larsson in Zug, Switzerland, Medela continues to grow under the ownership of the Larsson family. Medela exists to advance human health and well-being through knowledge-based and innovative human milk and medical vacuum solutions. In Medela, we have two business segments, Human Milk and Healthcare. The common denominator for the two segments is the medical vacuum. We have developed and progressed our core competencies over the past 50 years and turned them into high-quality and innovative products, in both segments.

Medela Canada Inc. is based in Mississauga, ON. The Distribution Manager is an on-site position.

Position Responsibilities- Distribution Manager

• Plans, organizes, and manages day-to-day operations of the distribution center.
• Manages all distribution center processes, including accurate receipt, timely replenishment, and distribution of products to the picking/shipping and production areas to ensure maximum levels of customer service.
• Plan and execute the development of supervisors and distribution associates through appropriate training, education, and coaching on warehousing, inventory accuracy techniques, problem-solving, continuous improvement, safety, and leadership skills.
• Responsible for all product warehouse movements, inventory accuracy, and FDA quality system compliance.
• Maintain neat, orderly, and clean warehouse and shipping areas that meet or exceed all Health Canada standards.
• Responsible for creating and maintaining a budget for the distribution center.
• Facilitates negotiations of transportation contracts and tariffs with all domestic and some international carriers.
• Coordinates activities with outside service providers, 3PL’s, and manages remote locations and staffing when required.
• Responsible for the identification, planning, and implementation of operational process improvements that enhance overall business efficiency, quality, and ensure a culture of continuous improvement.
• Establish and maintain appropriate performance metrics (OTS, scrap, productivity etc).
• Supervises employees by planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
• Travel as may be required to meet business and customer expectations

The Distribution Manager will be the Local Business Process Expert for SAP. More details will be provided in the job description.

Education/Experience Requirements- Distribution Manager

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum five years’ of warehousing and distribution experience required.
• Minimum four years’ management/supervisory experience required.
• Facility management experience required.
• Very strong ERP and WMS. Sage 100 and SAP experience highly desired.
• 3PL experience required.
• Must have knowledge and practical experience in current inventory control techniques, warehouse and picking/packing facility planning, and integrated business management systems.
• Lean/Six Sigma certification or experience required.
• Safety oriented.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities.
• Experience working in an environment with global objectives.

Diversity extends to the potential for ideas and innovation and is an important factor to improving Medela’s competitiveness. As a truly global company, Medela is a working place of cultural and international diversity.

As a responsible employer, Medela promotes equal opportunities, regardless of nationality, gender, religion, age, life situation, or disability. Medela also promotes a safe and healthy working environment without discrimination, harassment, or reprisals.

We Make it Easy

Founded in 1901, MRA is a nonprofit employer association that serves more than 4,000 employers, covering more than one million employees.

As one of the largest employer associations in the nation, MRA helps its member organizations thrive by offering the most comprehensive assortment of HR services, information, education, and resources to help build successful workplaces and a powerful workforce.

We partner with these companies working directly with their HR department and leadership to hire their talent. We are a direct line to the company, not an agency recruiter.

Powered by JazzHR

Company: MRA Recruiting Services

Expected salary:

Location: Mississauga, ON

Job date: Sun, 20 Nov 2022 01:48:01 GMT

Job Source: Careerjet.ca

Click Here to Apply