Regional Director, Distribution - Experience The Brick Way!
Nobody Beats The Brick!
For over 40 years, visionary men and women have built dynamic, exciting and meaningful careers at The Brick and have been rewarded for their performance and innovation. Founded in 1971, The Brick has become Canada’s largest volume retailer of furniture, mattresses, appliances and electronics with over 230 locations, 6 distribution centres and 6000 team members from coast to coast. Our ongoing commitment to customer service and supporting our local communities will continue to build The Brick’s reputation as the preferred customer choice for value-priced, quality brand name home furnishings.
We have just emerged from a record year and we want you to be a part of our continued success! Join our team and experience a rewarding and challenging work environment with skilled and supportive teammates who value winning together!
We are currently recruiting for the position of Regional Director, Distribution based out of our Distribution Centre in Calgary, AB.
Reporting to the Chief Distribution Officer, this position will be responsible for the complete operation of the Calgary Distribution Centre; for all receiving, storage, processing and shipment of merchandise to over 30 stores in the South Prairies region. Responsible for the management and development of 90+ employees, supervisors and managers, the successful candidate will possess exceptional leadership abilities and a vast working knowledge of retail distribution systems, standards and procedures.
Position Overview:
- Prepare financial budgets and report monthly variances; Meet or exceed department budgets
- Train and develop supervisors and managers; identify and mentor high potential candidates
- Provide guidance and feedback regarding performance and facilitate continuous learning and development of employees; Conduct performance reviews and performance management
- Ensure operations meet government standards for safety, maintenance, transportation and all other areas of compliance
- Develop improvements to processes and procedures to maximize productivity
- Ensure that health and safety, material handling and security policies and procedures are adhered to by all staff; Oversee the proper investigation of all incidents/accidents
- Optimize all facility resources (staff, equipment, storage)
Education and Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of management or supervisory experience in a warehouse environment
- High school diploma or equivalent required; post secondary education an asset
- Significant experience (5+ years) with a large Warehouse Management System (WMS) in an inventory controlled environment required
- Previous experience with budgeting, forecasting and reviewing financial statements
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship
Knowledge and Skills Required:
- Practical knowledge of materials handling equipment and safe material handling techniques
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Fully developed interpersonal skills and coaching skills
- Superior planning and organizational skills
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Apply now and explore this exciting career opportunity by submitting your resume to:
Hiring Manager
careers@thebrick.com
We thank all those who apply; however, only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship.
People are the focusof The Brick Group’s business – both employees and customers. A large part of the company’s success can be attributed to attracting, developing, and retaining dedicated members of the team. The Brick Group is committed to an environment that motivates and recognizes high performance through job promotion and financial support. The focus is on training every associate to nurture and develop a culture that promotes constant and continuous improvement to ensure that our customer’s shopping experience is second to none.
The Brick offers an attractive and competitive compensation package that includes:
- Competitive total compensation package
- Employer paid health & dental benefits
- Awesome employee product discounts
- RRSP matchingprogram
- Tuition reimbursement
The Brick Group’s Corporate Office is located in Edmonton, AB and has six Distribution Centres across the country totaling over 2 million square feet. The Brick Group is traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (T.BRK.).
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