17 Oct
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BayWa r.e.
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Calgary
17 Oct
BayWa r.e.
Calgary
Warehouse Supervisor
Solar Distribution || Calgary, Alberta | Full-Time | Reporting to Warehouse Manager, Compensation range: $62,000-$72,000 plus benefits A hands-on leadership opportunity combining warehouse operations, team leadership, safety, inventory control, and customer service in the growing solar industry.
BayWa r.e. Solar Systems Inc. is recruiting a Warehouse Supervisor for our Calgary location.
We are looking for an experienced, hands-on warehouse leader who can effectively balance operational responsibilities with team supervision. The successful candidate will help oversee day-to-day warehouse activities, ensure safe and efficient operations, maintain inventory accuracy and service standards, and provide clear direction and support to a small warehouse team.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being present on the warehouse floor, solving operational challenges, improving processes, and developing a capable and accountable team.
Key Responsibilities
Warehouse Operations:
- Oversee daily warehouse activities, including receiving, shipping, order fulfillment, customer pickups, inventory movement, and carrier coordination.
- Plan and prioritize workflow, assign work, and ensure orders are completed safely, accurately, and efficiently.
- Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, stock checks, inventory controls, and investigation of discrepancies.
- Maintain high standards for warehouse organization, product handling, equipment care, cleanliness, and efficient use of space.
- Monitor operational issues and take appropriate action to minimize delays, errors, and disruptions.
- Identify opportunities to improve workflow, productivity, inventory accuracy, safety, and customer service.
Team Leadership:
- Provide day-to-day direction, coaching, training, and support to warehouse employees.
- Establish clear expectations and promote accountability for safety, accuracy, productivity, and service.
- Train and onboard employees on warehouse procedures, equipment use, product handling, customer service expectations, and safe work practices.
- Address day-to-day performance and operational concerns appropriately and in a timely manner.
- Promote effective communication, teamwork,
and a respectful and accountable work environment.
- Lead by example and provide hands-on operational support when required.
Safety & Service:
- Promote a robust safety culture and reinforce safe work practices throughout warehouse operations.
- Ensure required equipment and machinery inspections are completed, and safety concerns are promptly addressed.
- Reinforce the safe use of forklifts and other material handling equipment.
- Work closely with the Warehouse Manager, Sales team, and other departments to coordinate operational priorities, resolve inventory or order issues, and provide excellent customer service.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Previous warehouse experience with strong knowledge of warehouse operations, receiving, shipping, order fulfillment, and inventory control.
- Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
- Demonstrated ability to organize workflow, establish priorities, and coordinate the work of a warehouse team.
- Demonstrated experience safely operating a forklift in a warehouse environment. Current forklift certification is preferred; successful candidates must be able to complete company-required training or certification.
- Strong understanding of warehouse health and safety practices.
- Ability to coach employees, communicate expectations, and maintain accountability.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Dependable, self-motivated, and comfortable taking initiative while knowing when to escalate issues to the Warehouse Manager.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively across departments.
- Comfortable using Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and other business or warehouse systems.
- Adaptable and willing to learn new products,
processes, and systems.
Physical & Work Requirements: This is a hands-on supervisory position requiring regular presence on the warehouse floor. The successful candidate must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with reasonable accommodation where required, including:
- Regular standing and walking throughout warehouse and operational areas.
- Bending, reaching, crouching, and moving safely around warehouse equipment, racking, and inventory as required.
- Providing hands-on operational support to the warehouse team when needed.
- Safely operating forklifts and other material-handling equipment following required training and authorization.
- Working safely around moving equipment, warehouse racking, and inventory.
- Wearing required personal protective equipment and following established health and safety procedures.
- Working in typical warehouse conditions, including varying temperatures and periods of elevated operational activity.
About Us BayWa r.e. Solar Systems Inc. is a leading solar distributor with extensive industry experience. Our market knowledge, global presence, and focus on building long-term partnerships enable us to support a growing network of local installers.
We carry a wide range of high-quality products and work with leading solar brands. Internationally, BayWa r.e.'s photovoltaic distribution business operates across Europe, North America, and the APAC region.
BayWa r.e. is committed to providing a respectful and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are based on the requirements of the position and the qualifications of applicants. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment and selection process.
Pay: $62,000.00-$72,000.00 per year
Benefits
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Education:
- Secondary School (required)
Experience:
- Warehouse: 3 years (preferred)
- Supervising: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
📌 Warehouse Supervisor (Calgary)
🏢 BayWa r.e.
📍 Calgary