Assistant General Manager Mbc

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About Martin Brower

Martin Brower is dedicated to being the leading Supply Chain Solutions provider for restaurant chains around the world, creating an outstanding work environment for our employees and delivering unmatched value for our customers while protecting their brands. Martin Brower is part of the Reyes Holdings family of businesses which is one of the largest privately held companies in the U.S.

Martin Brower has been in business for over 60 years and has grown to a multi-billion dollar company. We are a world class team of 9,000 employees located in 19 countries.

Our values drive our culture of People First, which is focused on the safety and wellness of our people and we work diligently every day to support this core value.

We set the highest standards of honesty and integrity and pride ourselves in being a true partner with our customers, suppliers and our communities protecting their brands every step of the way.

Our company could not exist without strong communities. We do our part in making them stronger and believe it is important to provide opportunities for those looking to challenge themselves and serve as ambassadors in their communities.

Imagine a workplace where strong leaders empower a culture where employees strive to deliver unmatched performance, innovation, and engagement.

Position Summary

The Asst. General Manager will assist in the execution of the daily operating plan and management of 24/7 a multi-temperature, technology-driven, highly customer-focused warehouse and transportation operations. Successful candidates will be recognized as the next generation of Martin Brower Operations Management leaders.

The Asst. General Manager, with support and coaching from the General Manager, will be responsible for meeting their specific location’s objectives, managing the many different facets within the distribution centre which includes warehouse, tansportation, customer relations, finance, purchasing and developing employees.

Position Responsibilities May Include, But Not Limited To

• Ensure quality standards are achieved for all goods shipped and received
• In consultation with Human Resources maintain positive labour relations by resolving grievances, discipline, employee concerns, etc., within the parameters of the collective agreement.
• Foster a work environment that maximizes employee involvement, morale and engagement
• Provide direction and leadership to the Transportation Manager and Warehouse Manager
• Present and communicate key metrics and information to both customer and employee meetings
• Lead and ensure a safe working environment for all employees in 24/7 operations environment
• Ensure operations are properly staffed and schedules meet operational requirements.
• Be a champion of change, contribute to the strategic direction of facility initiatives
• Cross train key areas of functionality within the Warehouse and Transportation Departments to create greater management depth and centre efficiency.
• Travel periodically for annual meetings or other Distribution Centers as needed
• Drive the resolutions of services challenges the maximum satisfaction of our customer(s)
• Accelerate the performance and development of direct reports – assess capabilities, develop plan to strengthen skills through effective coaching and mentoring
• Any other duties as assigned.
• Conduct performance reviews of direct reports – recommend salary increases, promotions etc.
• Execute company processes successfully to ensure 100% compliance, ensure annual performance goals are met or exceeded
• Participate in the development of budgets, P&L Statements
• Participate in, contribute to and potentially lead various committees, such as quality and safety
• Assist in the development and regular updating of training plans and ensure effective implementation and use of resources

Required Skills And Experience

• Minimum eight years experience in a leadership role with full accountability for Profit & Loss, people development, customer relations and a proven track record of accomplishment, team building and growth.
• Demonstrate business and financial acumen, experience managing budgets and P&L statements with strong analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate business needs, think proactively and respond appropriately.
• Must have industry experience specifically in a distribution environment.
• Exhibit a sense of urgency and focus on results.
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in business, engineering, logistics or related field.
• Excellent time management skills, ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Integrative thinker and excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.
• High initiative, self-motivation and strong leadership qualities.
• Proven track record of developing successful customer/business partnerships.
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite with intermediate Excel skills.
• Professional self-presentation skills, ability to interact effectively at all levels.
• Achieves positive results through strong process-orientation skills.
• Strong, interactive team player.

Preferred Experience

• Experience leading a unionized team
• Food Distribution experience a plus

Behavioral Competencies: (Leadership – Directors)

Core Competencies

• Remains approachable and visible
• Creates and executes on plans to drive business outcomes
• Achieves results while maintaining ethics, integrity, compliance and company values
• Roles models organization’s values and an environment of openness and inclusion
• Strategic Thinking
• Contributes to a culture of accountability and excellence
• Uses financial information to make decisions
• Leading Change
• Focuses the team on the critical priorities including safety and employee wellbeing
• Driving Results
• Makes it a priority to prepare future leaders for success through development
• Role models performance management and continuous feedback, both positive and constructive
• Facilitates an open exchange of ideas and opinions
• Leads change locally by planning for change and ensuring buy-in to the change
• Eliminates barriers to success
• Sets challenging goals for self and others to continuously elevate performance
• Role models ongoing employee coaching and development
• Uses communication to align the team to the organization’s vision
• Ensures people understand the reasons for change and the process so they can actively support it
• Fosters trust and transparent communication
• Drives a culture of clear, consistent, timely, respectful communications
• Sponsors initiatives that drive continuous improvement
• Aligns people, processes, technology and capital to the strategic priorities
• Maintains an organization that identifies, attracts, develops, and retains talent
• Delegates authority to the appropriate level
• Developing Self & Others
• Communicating Effectively
• Understands and responds to industry trends
• Plans changes for optimal execution
• Maintains an environment where safety and employee total wellbeing are a top priority
• Ensures a culture of inclusion so everyone can succeed
• Leads a culture aligned to the organization’s mission, vision, and values

Compensation Package

We offer a highly competitive salary together with a generous benefits and RRSP contribution package.

Accessibility

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Due to the nature of our business in regard to such things as delivery schedules, order inputs, selection, and Hours of Service, overtime, attendance and punctuality are essential job functions. Should an individual in this classification not be able to adhere to this requirement due to a disability, they should contact their Human Resources department to see what, if any, reasonable accommodation may be made.

Martin-Brower of Canada Co. is an equal opportunity employer