Supervisor, Distribution - Vaughan, Canada - Saputo Inc.

Saputo Inc.

Verified Company

Vaughan, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

At Saputo, our best comes from our people. We're a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence.

Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we've grown into a leading global dairy processor by staying true to the culture that defines us.

Each of our employees is committed to uphold our tradition of care, quality, and passion through food, and together, we foster an environment where we can all make contributions that matter-from our manufacturing plants to our office locations and everywhere in-between.

How you will make contributions that matter...

Saputo Dairy Products is seeking an enthusiastic, driven, Distribution Supervisor to join our team.

As a member of the Distribution team, this position is responsible for analysing all aspects of the Distribution and Logistics operations in an efficient and effective manner and for development of system monitoring to ensure continuous improvement of procedures and practices within the Department.

Maintain current knowledge of aspects pertaining to regional operational systems including, but not limited to, Transport, DSD, and Registered Distribution Operator (RDO) operations.
Registered Distribution Operator (RDO) recruitment and longterm planning.
Build and foster positive relationships with Registered Distribution Operator.
Review of critical areas of the business affecting Registered Distribution Operator's (RDO's) on a daily basis.
Monthly review of costs relative to budget; establish further action plans where necessary.
Maintain high standard of 'housekeeping' and 'cleanliness' with all equipment.
Ensure cost effective equipment inventory levels are maintained in accordance with Company policy and procedures.
Review and evaluate route productivity and undertake action to enhance efficiency and effectiveness as required.
Undertake proactive communication sessions with all departments on a regular basis.
Leadership of personnel through proactive communications, involvement and participation, and individual feedback and appraisal.
Ensure that all work is performed safely while following OH&S, WCB, Food Safety and other Company regulations and procedures.

Other duties as required

You are best suited for the role if you

Postsecondary education required Logistics or related field.
Previous experience in Distribution / Logistics of food products.
Previous experience in supervising personnel.
Flexible with work hours.
Requires a broad understanding of Company operations, policies and procedures.
Good computer and keyboarding skills; proficiency in MS-Word, Excel and Power point.
Strong analytical, accuracy and organizational skills.
Sound communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated problem solving and decisionmaking skills.
Highly selfmotivated and selfinitiative.
Ability to travel within the province.
Proficiency and dependability in current position.
Demonstrated professionalism and integrity, superior communication, leadership and interpersonal skills, with an entrepreneurial approach.

Our story began in Canada in 1954, when the Saputo family's hard work and dedication created a thriving dairy business.

More than 65 years later, our roots in this country remain strong with our Corporate Headquarters in Montréal.

Today, we are a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor in Canada with well-loved brands, such as Saputo, Alexis de Portneuf, Armstrong, Baxter, Dairyland, Joyya, Milk2Go, Milk2Go Sport, Neilson, Nutrilait, Scotsburn* and Woolwich Goat Dairy.

Thanks to our national footprint, we're proud to bring our best to our customers and consumers, and have plenty of opportunities for our employees to grow in their own way.

And we do it while also striving to build a healthier future for our people and the communities where we operate, guided by our values and the Saputo Promise.

Join the Saputo Dairy Products Canada team to make your contributions matter every day