Warehouse Manager

WHO WE ARE

CFMWS is a job with purpose. Our 4000+ person strong organization champions a healthy, fun, creative and active lifestyle for Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans and their families. Help us deliver a variety of recreation and fitness programs, offer family support, organize charity events and ensure our members access retail, travel and banking discounts and customized financial services. At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we love what we do.

THE ROLE

Imagine the excitement of showcasing your skills in a deployed overseas environment for six months, managing the essential retail warehouse for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and partner nations. As a Warehouse Manager, you will enhance the morale and welfare of deployed troops.

Responsibilities include:

• Day-to-day management and operation of the warehouse.
• Developing business opportunities with local vendors and internal CFMWS retail resources.
• Receiving and verifying delivery of merchandise.
• Maintaining inventory records.
• Producing accountability reports.
• Preparing deposits.
• Supervising warehouse staff.

This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity that does not come along often.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED

Education, Certifications and Licenses

• College diploma or certificate in Business Management or a related field
• Canadian citizenship
• Must have a valid Canadian passport
• Valid Canadian driver’s license (Class G or Class 5)

Experience

• In management in a retail environment
• In delivering training to employees
• In warehouse/logistics management
• In using point of sale systems and generating/analyzing reports

Competencies

• Client focus
• Organizational knowledge
• Communication
• Innovation
• Teamwork
• Leadership

Additional Qualifications Prior to Deployment

• Completion of a health, dental, and psychosocial assessment
• Security screening
• Current CPR and Basic First Aid qualifications
• Ability to walk and lift, carry, pull, or push heavy items

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

English Essential

JOB INFORMATION

Position Type

Civilian deployment contracts are 6-month terms. Deployment start dates may occur within the next 2 years.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary: $53,000-$59,620 for six months
• Hours of work: Maximum 56 hours per week, including weekdays and weekends.
• Tax-free allowance: Up to $1,716 per month in addition to your salary (based on mission/location/date).
• Home Leave Travel Allowance (Vacation): Possibility of paid leave.
• Accommodations and meals: Provided for the duration of deployment.
• Health Benefits: Drug coverage, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
• Excursions: Possibility to explore and experience local culture.

Location

Camp Adazi, Latvia

APPLICATION INFORMATION - IMPORTANT

To Apply

Include the following in your application:

• For Internal CFMWS Employees: Resume, Cover Letter, Support letter/email from your Senior Manager.
• For External Candidates: Resume, Cover Letter.

Application deadlines apply.

INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION

CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, with workplace accommodation measures available during the selection process.