Warehouse Operations Manager

Department: Supply Chain and Distribution
Employment Type: Full-Time
Requisition ID: 1864

Join the UFA team today!

At UFA, we are more than an agricultural cooperative. We are a team of passionate people who work together to support rural communities, Canadian producers, and each other every day.

We are growing our Distribution Centre leadership team and are seeking experienced Warehouse Operations Managers to support our new Nisku Distribution Centre. Opportunities are available on day or night shift, depending on business requirements, candidate qualifications, and individual preferences.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Distribution Centre, the Warehouse Operations Manager is responsible for the safe, efficient, and consistent execution of warehouse operations, including receiving, shipping, inventory control, and material handling.

This role leads a team of Warehouse Supervisors and is accountable for achieving operational goals related to safety, service, productivity, quality, and cost.

The successful candidate will be a hands-on leader who drives performance through strong people leadership, operational discipline, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration while fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaged workplace culture.

Shift Schedules:

Day Shift

• Monday to Thursday, 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM, 10 hour shifts
  

Night Shift

• Sunday to Wednesday, 4:00 PM to 2:30 AM, 10 hour shifts

The successful candidate may be placed on any shift or work an amended schedule based on operational requirements, qualifications, and personal preference.

Responsibilities:

• Leading day-to-day warehouse operations within assigned inbound or outbound functions.
• Driving a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Coaching, developing, and holding Warehouse Supervisors accountable for operational performance and employee engagement.
• Establishing clear priorities and ensuring consistent execution of operational standards across shifts.
• Managing labour, equipment, and warehouse capacity to meet service and productivity targets.
• Monitoring KPIs and implementing corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partnering with Inventory Control, Transportation, Planning, and Operational Support teams to resolve operational challenges and improve performance.
• Supporting workforce planning, talent development, and succession planning within the operation.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in a high-volume warehouse, distribution centre, manufacturing, or logistics environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing labour planning, workforce scheduling, and operational capacity within a fast-paced distribution or logistics environment.
• Experience leading frontline leaders and supervisors in a shift-based operation.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, including receiving, shipping, inventory management, and material handling.
• Lead performance management activities, including coaching, development planning, and succession planning.
• Demonstrated experience leading organizational change and fostering a positive, high-performance culture through visible leadership, coaching, accountability, and employee development.
• Proven ability to drive operational performance through KPI management, continuous improvement initiatives, and employee engagement.
• Experience working with Warehouse Management Systems (SAP WM/EWM preferred).
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and critical thinking skills.
• Comfortable working in warehouse, yard, and safety-sensitive environments.
• Ability to complete pre-employment conditions for a safety-sensitive position.
• Flexible and willing to support alternate shifts, weekends, and peak operational periods as business needs require.

You and UFA. Let’s Grow Together.

UFA is one of Canada’s largest and most progressive agricultural co-operatives. We’re a multi-billion-dollar organization that offers the products, services, and support our 127,000+ members need to build, grow and succeed. While our roots will always be in agriculture, we’re proud to support the industries and communities that drive Western Canada’s economy. We need your skills, expertise and ideas to help us keep growing.

• A Business with a Purpose - Join a member-owned co-operative with a mission that matters: improving the well-being of our members, helping them feed the world, and enabling investment in local communities.
• Recognized and Rewarded for Your Performance - At UFA, success is shared. You’ll own your work and be recognized for both individual and organizational results.
• Work-Life Success - We prioritize safety, respect your time, and offer flexible options and comprehensive benefits to support your life inside and outside of work.
• We Help Each Other Grow - Our collaborative culture fosters growth through hands-on experience, mentorship, training, educational support, and diverse career paths.

Diversity Equity, and Belonging

At UFA, we care about our employees and what makes them unique. We strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes employees from diverse backgrounds, where everyone can do their best work. If you require accommodation during the application or selection process, please contact [email protected].

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We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.