Yard Manager

Position Summary : The Yard Manager is to oversee the yard and warehouse operations through effective delegation and management of work, employees, time, and resources. This also includes overseeing the opening and closing procedures in the yard, in and outflow of product for the business, and ensuring compliance with all safety procedures.

Location :This position is at the RONA store in Bracebridge, Ontario.

Duties and Responsibilities, but not limited to :

• Manages team consisting of yard associates, load builders, and truck drivers
• Clearly communicates all objectives and expectations to team members daily
• Delegates tasks, initiatives, and follows up to ensure completion
• Provides exceptional customer service
• Works with the branch manager to identify hiring needs, recruit new team members as needed
• Develops and monitors preventative maintenance programs
• Plans the delivery of incoming product, ensures proper and safe handling and storage of inventory products to minimize any damage
• Organizes the delivery of products; identifies the right vehicle and ensures that the vehicles are fully and securely loaded
• Continually monitors the condition of equipment, schedules, and approves repairs, maintains records of maintenance
• Participates in the Health & Safety program and ensures that all staff members follow correct actions

Qualifications :

• Minimum of 3 years of management experience
• Experience in building and construction industry an asset
• Exemplary interpersonal skills; written and verbal communication skills
• Effective time management and problem-solving skills
• Basic math skills
• Ability to set priorities and deliver results within deadlines
• Experience hiring, assessing, coaching, counseling, and developing associates an asset
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Minimum Ontario Class G drivers’ licence; DZ licence an asset
• Forklift certified training an asset
• First Aid certification an asset

Doidge Building Centres Ltd. background.

Doidge Building Centres Ltd. started out as a single lumber yard in 1995. Over the years, the company has grown to include 11 locations, 10 of which are branded with Rona. The group of stores is constantly changing and looking for opportunities to grow both externally and internally. With a new generation who grew up in the industry looking to continue the growth, the possibilities are endless.

What’s in it for You?

• Career advancement and training opportunities
• Opportunity for a comprehensive benefit package
• An opportunity to work for a growing company
• Being part of a dynamic team
• Employee discounts

Pay: $50,000.00-$62,000.00 per year

Benefits :

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Store discount
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Day shift

Experience :

• management: 3 years (preferred)
• building and construction industry: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Ontario Class G Drivers' Licence (preferred)
• Ontario Class DZ Divers' Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person