Role overview

Yard & Warehouse Manager
Confidential | Edmonton, AB

The Opportunity

Our client is a well-established and respected leader in the building materials industry, serving contractors, builders, and homeowners throughout Alberta.
They are seeking an experienced Yard & Warehouse Manager to lead the daily operations of a busy distribution facility in Edmonton. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing all yard and warehouse operations, developing a high-performing team, driving operational efficiency, maintaining inventory accuracy, and ensuring exceptional customer service.

The successful candidate will be a hands-on leader with a strong background in the lumber and building materials industry who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building strong teams while continuously improving operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop the yard and warehouse team while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and safety.
Oversee the day-to-day operations of the yard and warehouse, including shipping, receiving, inventory control, order fulfillment, and workflow management.
Ensure inventory accuracy through cycle counts, inventory controls, and annual inventory processes.
Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with Occupational Health & Safety legislation and company policies.
Coordinate employee onboarding, training, and ongoing skills development.
Work closely with sales, purchasing, and operations teams to ensure customer orders are completed accurately and on time.
Identify opportunities to improve yard organization, warehouse layout, material flow, and operational efficiencies.
Oversee fleet, equipment, and facility maintenance while managing operational costs.
Monitor key performance indicators and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure operational reporting and documentation are completed accurately and on schedule.

Qualifications

Minimum five years of leadership experience within the lumber and building materials industry.
Strong knowledge of lumber products, building materials, warehouse operations, and distribution.
Proven experience leading yard, warehouse, distribution, or branch operations.
Strong understanding of inventory management, shipping, receiving, logistics, and material handling.
Working knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety regulations and safe work practices.
Proven ability to lead, coach, mentor, and develop employees while driving accountability and performance.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Customer-focused with the ability to balance operational priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join?

Join a respected organization with a strong reputation in the building materials industry.
Lead an established team within a busy operation.
Play a key role in driving operational excellence, employee development, and customer satisfaction.
Competitive compensation package including bonus, benefits, and opportunities for long-term career growth.

If you're an experienced operations leader looking to take the next step in your career, we'd welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

To confidentially explore this opportunity, please apply directly or contact Tara Reid at DMC Recruitment for more information.
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