Warehouse, Inventory, Logistics Lead

Warehouse Manager - Food Distribution (Ambient & Frozen)

We are conducting a confidential search on behalf of a leading company in the natural and organic food industry, looking to hire an experienced and strategic Warehouse Manager to lead operations in its Mississauga-based facility.

Direct contact with the hiring company will not be accepted or acknowledged.

The Warehouse Manager will oversee daily operations across all warehouse functions including receiving, inventory control, order fulfillment, shipping, and regulatory compliance.

You will lead a team in a multi-temperature environment (ambient, refrigerated, frozen), driving safety, accuracy, efficiency, and food safety excellence, while supporting a culture of accountability and collaboration.
Manage the full scope of warehouse activities including receiving, put-away, picking, staging, shipping, and returns.
Maintain a high-performing, efficient warehouse by optimizing space utilization, slotting, and labor planning.
Ensure operational targets are consistently met or exceeded across KPIs such as order accuracy, fill rates, on-time shipping, and inventory turns.
Compliance & Food Safety

Ensure all processes align with CFIA, HACCP, and SQF food safety requirements.
Lead food safety audits, mock recalls, and training to ensure traceability and compliance.
Maintain clean, safe, and organized warehouse zones in accordance with company and government standards.
Supervise, train, and coach a team of warehouse staff and supervisors (unionized environment experience is an asset).
Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Participate in health and safety initiatives and ensure all required training is up to date.
Inventory, Systems & Reporting

Oversee inventory accuracy and lead regular cycle counts and full physical inventories.
Work closely with supply chain and logistics teams to troubleshoot issues and ensure customer satisfaction.
SAP or AS400) for tracking, reporting, and workflow optimization.
5+ years of warehouse leadership experience in food, grocery, or CPG distribution.

• Strong working knowledge of cold chain logistics, food safety standards, and warehouse best practices.
• Proficiency with WMS, AS400, or SAP, and Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
• Forklift/power equipment certification is an asset.