Warehouse Manager

At Canadian Solar, our vision is to make lives better by bringing electricity powered by the sun to millions of people worldwide. As a leading manufacturer of solar panels, inverters, and energy storage solutions, we've been an industry front-runner since our founding in 2001. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in all parts of our organization as we navigate the complexities of a booming industry.

Throughout Canadian Solar's subsidiaries, e-Storage, Recurrent Energy, MSS and CSI Solar Co., we invest in our employees' growth. Our training programs and promotional opportunities ensure we all can continue to learn. We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide various flexible work options to support our employees' well-being. Join our team to "Make the Difference" by creating a lasting positive impact on the world and the communities where we operate.

The Warehouse Manager is responsible for safe and efficient operation of the warehousing and shipping/receiving functions for all USMMC Operations. Primary responsibilities include safely leading and managing warehouse teams in the shipping/receiving, material storage, transportation to/from customers/suppliers, material supply for production, cost management and reduction, risk management and continuous improvement. Managing all warehouse facilities.

Responsibilities:

- Provide effective leadership, supervision, motivation and development of warehouse employees for safe, efficient and cost-effective operation of warehouse

- Review, monitor and control all costs and expenses of warehouse, select service providers, control services and their quality and costs, initiate cost reduction programs

- Design, test, implement and maintain WMS system, resolve system issues and continuously improve system functionality

- Create and maintain warehouse SOP, WI and all other processes, adjust to operation changes and continuously improve for higher efficiency

- Set KPI’s, engage in activities making KPI a more efficient risk management and continue improvement tool

- Lead warehouse ISO activities to ensure compliance

- Lead a team of warehouse supervisors, shipper/receivers, material handlers, and warehouse clerks responsible for raw materials, finished goods, non-raw material items’ shipping, receiving, transfer and storage

- Ensure warehouse operation meet material storage standards and transportation standards and regulations

- Maintain high level inventory accuracy.

- Conduct raw materials, finished goods inventory count in compliance with company control and audit standard.

- Prepare inventory report and root cause analysis; establish preventative/improvement actions

- Responsible for warehouse safety. Work closely with EHS and all departments to ensure the development, implementation and maintenance of effective safety programs, and promote a positive safety & health awareness among

- Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the Canadian Solar Code of Business Conduct

- Adhere to all environmental, health and safety rules and policies

- Conduct other duties as required

Qualifications and Experience:

- 5+ years of experience in warehouse management position, preferable in an high volume environment

- Logistics experience required for local, national and international shipping

- Post-secondary education (diploma or degree) in related field

- Competent computer skills in MS Office, previous experience with SAP or similar ERP system

- Strong knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Inventory Management

- High level of self-motivation, motivation, initiative, and work under pressure

- Effective communication skills with individuals at all levels of the organization

- Well organized, energetic and a team player

- Flexibility in hours is mandatory

- Forklift certificate an asset

Compensation and Benefits:

Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement. Our generous benefits package includes a 401(k) Retirement Plan, medical/dental/life/disability program, PTO and sick days. This is a full time position.