Manager Unit

Job summary

The Unit Manager oversees daily terminal and regional operations, ensuring safety, service, and productivity goals are met. They are responsible for leading unionized employees and owner-operators while fostering a positive, high-performing team environment.

Job details

It’s not a package. It’s a promise®. As Canada’s leading integrated freight, package, and logistics provider, we’ve been helping promises get where they need to be for more than 60 years. How does the magic happen? The journey starts with you. The places we go, the elements we brave, the promises we deliver – it’s all possible because of our people. So, whether you’re looking to build new skills, make an impact in your community, or inspire your team, we go there for you. As a Unit Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operation of the terminal and regional operations, leading employees to achieve safety, service, and productivity goals while delivering an exceptional experience for our customers and supporting the development of your team. This full-time, permanent position is based out of our Prince George depot and operating hours are Monday to Friday. Flexibility may be required to meet operational requirements. Description Manage and supervise warehouse and delivery operations of the Prince George and surrounding depots in Northern BC .Manage a group of unionized employees and Owner Operators.Create a positive work environment, building employee loyalty and a team atmosphere.Responsible for achieving objectives as outlined in the operational scorecard.Responsible for managing performance of employees as per operational standards and indices.Improve operational standards through reviews of employee performance, coaching, counseling and recognition.Responsible for communicating and implementing policy, procedure or programs.Responsible for completing a variety of reports and documents.Travel may be required to sub-depots or other locations, as requiredAll other related and assigned duties.Responsibilities Exemplifies and consistently demonstrates our core competencies of communication, innovation, change management, relationship building and leadership. Energetic Leader with strong motivation skills. Excellent organizational skills. Excellent communication skills. Excellent problem solving skills. Ability to coordinate a wide variety of duties and responsibilities and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment. Present a professional and positive image. Exemplifies and consistently demonstrates our core competencies of communication, innovation, change management, relationship building and leadership. Experience Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in a management role Transportation industry experience is considered a strong asset Experience working in a unionized environment is considered a strong asset Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate teams while fostering a positive team environment Language Requirement: There are no language requirements for this position. POSTING DETAILSLocation: 441 - Prince George Working Conditions: Office Environment; On the Road; Outdoors; Warehouse Environment Reports to: Senior Manager Operations --- Purolator is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all qualified applicants and provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request. Purolator complies with Canadian law in all recruitment practices. During pre-screening, we may use an Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool, supported by human oversight, to efficiently manage tasks such as resume screening and candidate matching, enabling our team to connect with qualified candidates faster. Personal information is used solely for recruitment and managed in accordance with privacy legislation. For AI-related inquiries only, contact [email protected]. To apply, visit our Careers Page. We recognize that employees and their families are essential to our success. We strive to provide a safe, healthy, and supportive workplace, ensuring the right people have the tools they need to thrive. Every day at Purolator is an opportunity to connect with colleagues, customers, and communities to make a positive impact. Learn more about our values at www.purolator.com.

What you’ll do

The Unit Manager oversees daily terminal and regional operations, ensuring safety, service, and productivity goals are met. They are responsible for leading unionized employees and owner-operators while fostering a positive, high-performing team environment.

Requirements

Candidates must have 3 to 5 years of management experience, with preference given to those with a background in the transportation industry. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential for managing performance and operational standards.

Listed skills

• Change Management · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Operations Management · Preferred
• policy implementation · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Warehouse operations · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Coaching · Preferred
• Relationship Building · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Leadership
• Operations management
• Team development
• Communication
• Problem solving
• Performance management
• Organizational skills
• Change management
• Relationship building
• Logistics management
• Warehouse operations
• Delivery operations
• Coaching
• Counseling
• Policy implementation
• Energetic
• Organizational Skills
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Team Motivation
• Artificial Intelligence
• Management
• Change Management
• Employee Performance Management
• Performance Management
• Warehousing
• Innovation
• Problem Solving
• Operations
• Relationship Building
• Resume Screening

Job areas

• Logistics
• Management & Leadership
• Transportation
• Administrative
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• Supply, Distribution and Related Managers
• Supply Chain Managers
• Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers