Department Managers are responsible for the sales results and daily management of their area. This includes executing marketing campaigns, managing inventory, and participating in meetings, in addition to the duties of a sales associate. The starting wage for this position is $17.25/hr.

- Optimize the flow of deliveries in our largest markets
- Support the shipping department and operations team through maximal efficiency of processes
- Develop and implement strategies/initiatives to control or reduce operational costs
- Optimize the utilization of assets including facilities, vehicles, and operations equipment
- Manage logistics cost striving to achieve lowest delivered cost of goods. Maintain and improve Logistics metrics (KPIs (Key Performance Indicators))
- Drive operational excellence within the requirements of health and safety
- Assist in the development and implementation of fleet budget & initiatives
- Training, coaching and certification of store associates on various types of equipment (booms, forklifts, etc.)




- Work closely with drivers, shippers, and all levels of management.
- Robust knowledge of Supply Chain, Fleet Management and/or Logistics
- Experience in warehouse operations, business improvement processes
- Advance computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites
- Ability to recognize logistical problems, challenges or opportunities that may arise
- Ability to communicate and work with functional and management teams to evaluate and provide solutions
- Exceptional interpersonal, management and communication skills
- Comfortable speaking with stakeholders from all areas of the business and at all levels of leadership

- Results driven and oriented
- Post-secondary education or equivalent experience is an asset
- Logistics and Building supply industry knowledge is an asset
- Familiarity with routing, dispatch and warehouse management systems is required

📌 Department Manager - Fleet (Saint John)
🏢 J.D. Irving
📍 Saint John