warehouse supervisor

*Warehouse Supervisor *

*Solar Distribution || Calgary, Alberta | Full-Time* *| Reporting to Warehouse Manager, Compensation range: $62,000-$72,000 plus benefits*

_A hands-on leadership opportunity combining warehouse operations, team leadership, safety, inventory control, and customer service in the growing solar industry._

BayWa r.e. Solar Systems Inc. is recruiting a Warehouse Supervisor for our Calgary location.

We are looking for an experienced, hands-on warehouse leader who can effectively balance operational responsibilities with team supervision. The successful candidate will help oversee day-to-day warehouse activities, ensure safe and efficient operations, maintain inventory accuracy and service standards, and provide clear direction and support to a small warehouse team.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being present on the warehouse floor, solving operational challenges, improving processes, and developing a capable and accountable team.

*Key Responsibilities *

*Warehouse Operations: *

• Oversee daily warehouse activities, including receiving, shipping, order fulfillment, customer pickups, inventory movement, and carrier coordination.
• Plan and prioritize workflow, assign work, and ensure orders are completed safely, accurately, and efficiently.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, stock checks, inventory controls, and investigation of discrepancies.
• Maintain high standards for warehouse organization, product handling, equipment care, cleanliness, and efficient use of space.
• Monitor operational issues and take appropriate action to minimize delays, errors, and disruptions.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow, productivity, inventory accuracy, safety, and customer service.

*Team Leadership: *

• Provide day-to-day direction, coaching, training, and support to warehouse employees.
• Establish clear expectations and promote accountability for safety, accuracy, productivity, and service.
• Train and onboard employees on warehouse procedures, equipment use, product handling, customer service expectations, and safe work practices.
• Address day-to-day performance and operational concerns appropriately and in a timely manner.
• Promote effective communication, teamwork, and a respectful and accountable work environment.
• Lead by example and provide hands-on operational support when required.

*Safety & Service:*

• Promote a strong safety culture and reinforce safe work practices throughout warehouse operations.
• Ensure required equipment and machinery inspections are completed, and safety concerns are promptly addressed.
• Reinforce the safe use of forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Work closely with the Warehouse Manager, Sales team, and other departments to coordinate operational priorities, resolve inventory or order issues, and provide excellent customer service.

*Qualifications & Skills: *

• Previous warehouse experience with strong knowledge of warehouse operations, receiving, shipping, order fulfillment, and inventory control.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Demonstrated ability to organize workflow, establish priorities, and coordinate the work of a warehouse team.
• Demonstrated experience safely operating a forklift in a warehouse environment. Current forklift certification is preferred; successful candidates must be able to complete company-required training or certification.
• Strong understanding of warehouse health and safety practices.
• Ability to coach employees, communicate expectations, and maintain accountability.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and comfortable taking initiative while knowing when to escalate issues to the Warehouse Manager.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively across departments.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Outlook, Excel, an