06 Nov
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Durabuilt Windows and Doors
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Winnipeg
06 Nov
Durabuilt Windows and Doors
Winnipeg
Durabuilt Windows & Doors is one of Western Canada’s largest window and door manufacturers, proudly serving homeowners, builders, contractors, and retailers since 1988. Headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, we are recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies; We are a team of doers, thinkers, and problem-solvers who care deeply about each other and the customers we serve. If you are passionate about meaningful work, building relationships, and contributing to a trusted Canadian brand, you’ll feel right at home with us.
The Logistics Manager leads the planning, coordination, and continuous improvement of inbound and outbound logistics, warehousing, transportation, and distribution activities. This role ensures materials and finished products move safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively while meeting customer expectations and supporting manufacturing operations. The Logistics Manager combines operational leadership, data-driven decision-making, and strong cross-functional collaboration to improve service, control freight costs, and strengthen supply chain performance.
Logistics Operations & Performance (70%) Lead day-to-day inbound and outbound logistics, transportation, warehousing, and distribution activitiesPlan and optimize freight, routing, carrier utilization, load consolidation, and delivery schedules to improve service and control costsManage relationships and performance with carriers, third-party logistics providers, suppliers, and other logistics partnersMonitor key logistics metrics, including on-time delivery, freight cost, damage, claims, inventory accuracy, and service levelsPartner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Sales, Purchasing, and other teams to align logistics priorities with business requirementsIdentify operational risks, bottlenecks, and cost-saving opportunities and implement sustainable process improvementsEnsure accurate shipping, receiving, inventory movement, and logistics documentation and recordsSupport inventory control and warehouse optimization, including space utilization, material flow,
and cycle-count accuracyEnsure compliance with applicable transportation, customs, safety, and regulatory requirementsLeadership & Collaboration (30%) Lead, coach, and develop the logistics and warehouse team to achieve safety, service, productivity, and cost objectivesEstablish clear performance expectations, accountabilities, and operating standards across logistics activitiesUse root cause analysis and continuous improvement methods to address service failures, damages, delays, and recurring operational issuesFacilitate regular performance reviews with internal stakeholders and external logistics partnersPromote a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer focusEnsure compliance with workplace health and safety standards and safe material-handling practicesYour Skills & Background Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations, or a related field7+ years of progressive experience in logistics, transportation, warehousing, distribution, or supply chain operations3+ years in a supervisory or management roleExperience in a manufacturing or high-volume distribution environment; building products or windows & doors experience is an assetStrong knowledge of freight management, carrier performance, warehousing, inventory control, and distribution operationsExperience with ERP, WMS, TMS, or related supply chain systems; robust proficiency in data analysis and reportingStrong analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making skillsDemonstrated ability to manage freight costs, service levels, and operational KPIsProject management and continuous improvement experience; Combination of office, warehouse and manufacturing plant environmentExposure to noise, dust, varying temperatures, and active material-handling equipment in operational areasOccasional travel between company locations or logistics partner sites may be requiredFlexible schedule with occasional weekend commitments.
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📌 Head of Supply Chain (Winnipeg)
🏢 Durabuilt Windows and Doors
📍 Winnipeg