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3PL Key User

Cambridge, ON

CA$60/hr

In North America, our operations include facilities in Ontario, Quebec, and Pennsylvania. Our ... Participate in change management activities, including the creation of learning materials that ...

Vortex Freight

Operations Supervisor

Mississauga, ON · On-site

Vortex Freight Systems (www.vortexfreight.com ) is a third party logistics (3PL) company that ... The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a team, optimizing transportation and ...

3PL Inc.

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Production Lead Hand - Food Manufacturing

Hagersville, ON · On-site

CA$25 - CA$26/hr

... you. 3PL Inc. is currently recruiting a Production Lead Hand for a well-established food ... Use computer systems and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to support daily operations * Complete ...

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Logistics Analyst

Mississauga, ON · On-site

... 3PL operational teams. * Partner with warehouse leadership to ensure timely putaway execution and location management, minimizing congestion and maximizing inventory visibility. * Train and coach ...

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What does a 3PL operations manager do?

A 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) Operations Manager oversees the logistics and supply chain activities managed by third-party providers. Their responsibilities include managing warehouse operations, coordinating transportation, ensuring timely delivery, optimizing inventory, and maintaining high service levels for clients. They also monitor performance metrics, implement process improvements, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are essential for collaborating with clients, vendors, and internal teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a 3PL operations manager?

To thrive as a 3PL Operations Manager, you need expertise in supply chain management, logistics coordination, and warehouse operations, usually supported by a degree in logistics or business and relevant industry experience. Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), transportation management systems (TMS), and certifications like APICS or Six Sigma are highly beneficial. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and effective communication skills help drive team performance and client satisfaction. These abilities are vital for ensuring efficient logistics operations, cost control, and high service levels in a dynamic third-party logistics environment.

What are some typical challenges a 3PL operations manager faces when coordinating logistics across multiple clients?

A 3PL Operations Manager often manages logistics for several clients with varying needs, which can present challenges such as balancing competing priorities, managing fluctuating inventory levels, and ensuring on-time delivery despite supply chain disruptions. Additionally, maintaining clear communication between warehouse staff, transportation partners, and clients is crucial to prevent errors and delays. The ability to quickly adapt and implement process improvements is essential to meet client expectations and optimize operational efficiency.

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Operations Manager

Brampton, ON

Pivotal Integrated HR Solutions
Human Resource Programs Administration • 51 - 200 employees
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CA$100K - CA$150K/yr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Operations Manager – Pharmaceutical & Industrial Chemical Distribution

Brampton, Ontario | Full-Time, On-Site |$100,000–$150,000 annually


The Opportunity

Our client is a well-established, medium-sized third-party logistics (3PL) provider in Brampton with a caring, people-first culture and strong opportunities for professional growth. They are seeking a hands-on Operations Manager to lead warehouse operations supporting pharmaceutical and industrial chemical distribution. Reporting to senior leadership, this role will oversee day-to-day operations, team performance, inventory integrity, safety, quality assurance, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.


What You’ll Do

  • Lead daily operations across warehouse and distribution activities, including receiving, storage, inventory control, order fulfilment and shipping.
  • Coach and develop supervisors and warehouse teams while fostering an accountable, collaborative and safety-focused culture.
  • Drive productivity, service levels, labour efficiency and continuous improvement through KPIs, root-cause analysis and corrective action.
  • Maintain inventory accuracy, product traceability and appropriate storage, segregation and handling practices.
  • Oversee quality assurance processes for pharmaceutical and industrial chemical products, including SOP compliance, audits, deviations, non-conformances, CAPA, product holds, complaints, returns and recall readiness.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable health and safety, quality, customer and regulatory requirements, working closely with Quality, Human Resources, customers, carriers and vendors.
  • Support operating budgets, control costs and provide clear performance reporting to senior leadership.

What You Bring

  • 5–7+ years of progressive warehouse or distribution management experience, ideally within a multi-site or 3PL environment.
  • Direct quality assurance experience in pharmaceutical and/or industrial chemical warehousing, distribution or logistics.
  • Strong knowledge of regulated product handling, documentation, traceability, SOPs, audits, CAPA and inventory controls.
  • Proven leadership of warehouse teams in a fast-paced environment.
  • Working knowledge of WMS/ERP systems, Microsoft Office and KPI-based performance management.
  • Knowledge of Ontario workplace health and safety requirements; Lean, Six Sigma or continuous-improvement experience is an asset.
  • Postsecondary education in supply chain, logistics, business or a related field is preferred, along with a valid driver’s licence.

Why Join

  • A genuinely caring, people-focused workplace culture.
  • A visible leadership role with direct influence on operations and quality.
  • Meaningful growth and professional-development opportunities within an expanding organization.
  • Competitive annual salary of $100,000–$150,000, based on experience, qualifications and overall fit.

Ontario Job Posting & Accessibility Information


Vacancy status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.

The employer is committed to equitable and inclusive hiring. Qualified applicants will be considered without discrimination on any ground protected by the Ontario Human Rights Code. Accommodation is available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Applicants requiring accommodation may identify their needs when contacted for an interview.

Compensation note: The stated range reflects the expected annual base salary for the position. The final offer will be determined based on relevant experience, qualifications and internal considerations.

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