Job Description

Warehouse manager

North American Produce Sales located at 645 Malkin Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6A 3V7 is seeking 1 warehouse manager to join our team.

Salary: $ 35.00 /Hourly

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Language: English

Start Date of Employment (Approx.): As soon as possible

Positions Available: 1

Job location and business address:

645 Malkin Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6A 3V7

Duties & Responsibilities

Manage all fresh produce handling processes from receiving to shipping ensuring product freshness, quality, and adherence to standards for bananas, avocados, and other commodities

Plan, monitor, and execute ripening cycles for bananas and avocados, ensuring proper environmental controls are met for optimal quality.

Lead cycle counts and full inventory audits of produce items. Ensure high accuracy in inventory records and adjustments for any discrepancies

Drive performance to exceed customer service expectations and meet operational service level targets aligned with corporate goals

Enhance workplace safety through forklift training, hazard identification, and program enforcement.

Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate warehouse employees. Provide ongoing coaching and development opportunities to strengthen team performance

Create and manage effective work schedules. Allocate resources to match demand fluctuations and operational needs.

Collaborate with growers, suppliers, and shippers to ensure quality materials are picked up according to schedule and costs are optimized.

Identify operational inefficiencies or quality issues. Implement corrective actions to reduce spoilage, costs, and enhance productivity.

Employment requirements

Secondary diploma and having a bachelor’s degree in logistics/supply chain, agriculture or in a related field is an asset
2 or more years of equivalent experience