Warehouse Support Supervisor

Department: Supply Chain and Distribution
Employment Type: Full-Time
Requisition ID: 2078

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 an experienced Warehouse Support Supervisor to support our new Nisku Distribution Centre. This position will work the day shift.

Reporting to the Warehouse Operations Manager, this position serves as the bridge between Operations, IT, Facilities, Engineering, and external service providers to ensure systems, infrastructure, and support functions align with operational requirements. The successful candidate will drive WMS administration, warehouse slotting strategy, facility readiness, data integrity, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, throughput, and customer service.

Our success depends on reliable systems, efficient processes, and operational readiness that keep products moving safely and effectively through our distribution network. The Warehouse Support Supervisor plays a critical role in enabling uninterrupted warehouse operations by overseeing warehouse systems, facility readiness, equipment coordination, and process optimization.

Shift Schedule:

Day Shift

• Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

The successful candidate may be placed on any shift based on operational requirements, qualifications, and personal preference.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure warehouse operational readiness through effective management of equipment, facilities, systems, and supporting processes.
• Manage WMS configuration, slotting strategies, bin structures, and data integrity to support efficient warehouse operations.
• Coordinate maintenance activities and partner with internal teams and external vendors to resolve operational support issues.
• Identify and address system, facility, and process constraints to improve safety, throughput, and operational performance.
• Serve as the primary liaison between Operations, IT, Facilities, Engineering, and third-party providers.
• Maintain alignment between warehouse systems, physical layouts, and operational workflows.
• Support operational reporting and decision-making through accurate system data and performance analysis.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance warehouse efficiency, flow, and overall operational effectiveness.
• Drive accountability for system accuracy, facility readiness, process compliance, and operational support standards.
• Escalate significant operational, facility, or system issues and support long-term solutions that improve warehouse performance.

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 3 years of experience in warehousing, distribution, logistics, supply chain, or operational support environments.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management, material flow, and process optimization.
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), preferably SAP EWM or SAP WM, and maintaining data integrity.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, reporting tools, and data analysis with strong critical thinking skills.
• Proven ability to manage priorities, identify operational improvements, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders; leadership or project coordination experience is an asset.
• Effective communication skills and a commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• This is a safety-sensitive position. Successful candidates may be required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test as a condition of employment.

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.