Outbound Warehouse Supervisor - Salary

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Salary Range: $60,000-$85,000

Company Overview

Sysco connects the world to share food and care for one another. Sysco leads from the heart of food and

service to deliver the freshest foods and fresh ideas. Our customers can count on us to deliver on-point

products and solutions since only Sysco is the global leader, sitting at the heart of innovation supply,

delivery, culinary and more.

With over 69,000 associates, the company operates more than 320 distribution facilities worldwide and

serves more than 650,000 customer locations. For fiscal 2019 that ended June 29, 2019, the company

generated sales of more than $60 billion.

Sysco, one of Canada’s Best Employers 2019, as listed by Forbes, is dedicated to our global corporate social

responsibility goals and to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Join our winning team.

For more information, visit or follow us @SyscoCanada at facebook.com/SyscoCanada;

twitter.com/SyscoCanada or instagram.com/SyscoCanada

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This role is responsible for managing all activities on the night shift with the primary responsibility of

managing the selection function utilizing engineered labour standards and ensuring accuracy of all orders

picked and on time departures.

Role Responsibilities:

• Support warehouse team members with technology systems (Motorola RF scanners, Zebra printers,

tablets and CANVAS)

• Provide ongoing coaching, training and encouragement to all associates and support in meeting

productivity goals (Engineered Labour Standards)

• Conduct Material Handling Training for associates
• Ensure safety compliance in accordance with all company safety programs and industry

regulations/legislation.

• Complete daily proactive safety measures warehouse inspections, coach cards, observations and

facility audits

• Prepare work schedules including vacations schedules
• Distribute, analyze and work with team members on incentive program
• Monitor and improve overall productivity
• Support and comply with all company policies and procedures
• Manage all aspects of selection, replenishment, assembly of products and loading in a timely manner
• Generate/analyze productivity reports
• Manage/Identify barriers that cause indirect time
• Record indirect (work delays) in SWMS (warehouse management system)
• Assist Warehouse Manager in preparation of annual warehouse budget and monitor budget on a

weekly basis

• Develop and implement cost reduction action plans
• Accountable for the accuracy of timecards, approvals and scheduling of direct reports
• If applicable, understand and interpret the CBA, participate in grievance, mediation, arbitration

procedures at unionized facilities

• Responsible for compliance with all Policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) comprising

Sysco’s Food Safety Program, specific for the assigned role.

• Assist Food Safety Program Manager in ensuring compliance to Sysco’s Food Safety Program that

leads to compliance with third party certification and customer requirements

Understands that their role is critical in creating a safe organization with minimal environmental

impact and the value that brings to the organization.

• Is willing to drive Environmental, Health and Safety performance by acting as an example and

holding their team accountable to complying with EHS programs, policies, and requirements.

• Enable, champion and embrace an inclusive culture
• Develop and support high performing talent through hiring, scheduling, performance coaching, and

career management practices

• Facilitate establishment of clear performance goals; Ensure that performance goals adapt to

changing business demands; Identify and manage non-performers in a fair and timely way; Identify

and reward top performance; links pay and performance through base, incentive, and recognition

programs

• Present oneself in a manner that demonstrates executive maturity, professionalism, trust,

confidence, and integrity.

• Communicates broadly and frequently the company's vision, direction, goals, performance against

plan, changes, and expectations through participation in department meetings, one-on-one

meetings, and informal conversations with associates

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills/Job Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Logistics/Warehouse role
• Preferred 5 Years’ experience in Logistics/Warehouse role
• Preferred warehouse supervisory experience
• High School Diploma required
• Diploma or Degree in Logistics and or Operations preferred
• Knowledge of systems would be considered an asset: SWMS, ADP, Synetellic, CANVAS, Intelex, labour standard system
• Basic proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel

OUR VALUES

• Our Purpose: Connecting the world to share food and care for one another
• Our Mission: Delivering success for our customers through industry-leading people, products and solutions
• Our Identity: Together we define our future of foodservice and supply chain

OUR COMMITMENT

Sysco is committed to Employment Equity.

Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request for candidates with disabilities.

At Sysco, we aspire to create a global culture that is decidedly diverse, equitable, and inclusive – one where we foster belonging as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. We are Better Together.

Here’s a sample of the many benefits Sysco colleagues enjoy

• Comprehensive Flexible Benefits including Health and Dental, Health Care Spending and Wellness Accounts
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Optional Insurance
• Parental Leave Plan
• Company Pension Plan
• Group RRSP & TFSA
• Employee and Family Assistance
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Maple Virtual Care
• Unlimited on-line learning
• Sysco product discounts
• Preferred vendor discounts
• Colleague Resource Groups

(*benefits may vary based on location or bargaining unit)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This Job Requisition was created with the help of AI. AI will not be used to make hiring decisions or who progresses in the Job Application process. If you have any questions, please reach out to our Talent and Acquisition Team.

This Job Requisition is for an existing vacancy.

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