Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Distribution Manager for a direct hire opportunity in Mississauga, ON. This role will lead warehouse operations, delivery activities, maintenance, health and safety, budgeting, and continuous improvement for a large Canadian distribution facility of approximately 120,000 square feet.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on distribution and operations leader who thrives in a fast-paced, unionized environment and enjoys driving measurable improvements in service, safety, cost control, and team performance. The successful candidate will join a collaborative work environment with strong cross-functional partnerships across customer service, sales, marketing, purchasing, human resources, and senior leadership.
This role is ideal for a leader who values teamwork, accountability, operational excellence, and positive employee relations. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by improving processes, supporting a safety-focused culture, developing supervisors and staff, and helping guide key operational decisions for a major distribution operation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day distribution, warehouse, delivery, and maintenance operations for a large two-shift facility operating 5 days per week.
- Manage operational performance within budget guidelines while maintaining strong customer service levels and cross-functional coordination.
- Oversee labour relations within a unionized environment, including communication with union leadership and participation in collective agreement discussions.
- Lead health and safety programs to maintain a safe, compliant, and safety-conscious workplace.
- Develop annual operating budgets, recommend capital expenditures, and oversee fleet, warehouse equipment, repairs, and maintenance cost control.
- Identify, develop, and implement process improvements, cost reduction initiatives, and continuous improvement programs.
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary range: $105,000 to $118,000 per year.
- Job type: Direct hire.
- Location: Mississauga, ON.
- Anticipated start date: 8/24/2026.
- Facility schedule: Two-shift operation, 5 days per week.
