Distribution Manager

Arctic Glacier Premium Ice


Date: 18 hours ago
City: Kelowna, BC
Contract type: Full time

WE ARE ARCTIC GLACIER!

Sure, we have exciting job opportunities, but being a “people first” organization we also offer competitive compensation, rewarding work, and a clear vision of doing the right thing – by our customers and employees. Our team is solution and safety oriented, going above and beyond for our customers, and in turn they get the support of the company. We pride ourselves on having a trustworthy atmosphere, where our team feels empowered to do their best.


Distribution Manager


Job Description:

Reporting to the Area Vice President, this position is responsible for managing the day-to-day operating activities of the Distribution department. This includes hiring, training, and supervising distribution staff and establishing positive employee relations. It also involves coordinating delivery routes, scheduling drivers, and ensuring that a premium level of customer service is always presented. Other responsibilities include performing daily reconciliation of packaged ice transfers, ensuring compliance to company and safety policies, and ensuring that all trucks and the warehouse facility meet all government standards.


Salary - $80,000 - $88,000 DOE


Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Liaises between customers, and the distribution team to provide exceptional customer services.
  • Communicates and directs drivers with day-to-day assignments and is responsible for scheduling daily routing for deliveries.
  • Responsible for reconciling all cash and driver invoices.
  • Forecasts hiring needs and perform recruitment and selection for the team in conjunction with Human Resources.
  • Monitors handheld invoicing system.
  • Manages the dock area involving the loading of trucks, shipping and receiving.
  • Coordinates the availability of trucks for ice delivery as well as for repairs and maintenance.
  • Audits driver logs and vehicle inspection reports.
  • Troubleshoots handheld problems within the division.
  • Directs the logistics of special events.
  • Receives all merchandiser repair calls and dispatches to service technicians.


Candidate Qualifications:


  • 3-5 years’ experience working in a distribution environment.
  • Prior experience overseeing multiple distribution sites.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Driving Regulations.
  • Ability to have and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License preferred.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work within a team environment dealing with high-pressure situations.
  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
  • Must be organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Working knowledge and understanding of hand-held units and phone systems.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products.


CORE COMPETENCIES

Collaborative | Our attitude makes the difference, and the results show

Reliable | We do what we say we will do by the time we say it will be done

Solutions-Oriented | We persevere and look for the answer, not the blame

Speed to Execution | We work quickly to efficiently achieve our goals and objectives

Safety Oriented | We do the right things to keep our employees,

customers, and the public safe

CORE VALUES

People First | Action | Customer Commitment | Teamwork | Trust

EEO:

Arctic Glacier values a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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