This job has expired on Indeed
Reasons could include: the employer is not accepting applications, is not actively hiring, or is reviewing applications

Logistics Supervisor

Yurek Specialties Limited
1.5 out of 5 stars
526 Newbold Street, London, ON

Location

526 Newbold Street, London, ON

Benefits
Pulled from the full job description

  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care
  • Dental care
  • Life insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Disability insurance

Full job description

Yurek Specialties Limited is a state-of-the-art processing facility in London, ON, which features the latest equipment to support the processing, production, and delivery of medical supplies and infusion equipment, along with related supplies, to the Elgin, Norfolk, Oxford, London-Middlesex, Huron, Perth, Grey, Bruce and Grand River counties.

We are currently looking for a Logistics Supervisor to join our Yurek Specialties team in London, Ontario.

Job Summary:

The Logistics Supervisor is responsible for leading the full scope of delivery operations, overseeing a team of Delivery Coordinators, in-house Drivers, and third-party service providers. This hands-on leadership role ensures seamless execution of deliveries, driving performance, accountability, and customer satisfaction.

The Logistics Supervisor will optimize routing practices, maintain compliance with safety and operational standards, and champion continuous improvement across the logistics function. In addition to managing daily operations, this role plays a key part in fleet management, vendor oversight, cost control, and strategic planning to support business growth and service excellence.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Lead a team, including Delivery Coordinators, Drivers, and external delivery partners, to ensure safe, compliant, and timely execution of all deliveries.
  • Drive operational performance through hands-on leadership, workforce planning, route optimization, cost control, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service quality and efficiency.
  • Develop and mentor team members, providing performance feedback, managing scheduling, and ensuring all staff are trained on SOPs, safety regulations, and customer service standards.
  • Oversee third-party delivery contracts, holding vendors accountable for service levels, KPIs, and performance reporting while ensuring seamless coordination across internal and external teams.

Qualifications:

  • Post-secondary education in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline required; additional leadership training or certifications (e.g., PMP, Six Sigma) is an asset.
  • 5+ years of logistics or transportation experience, including 3+ years in a people leadership role with accountability for frontline teams and contract/vendor performance.
  • Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional logistics teams and third-party logistics providers, including experience with service-level agreements and vendor scorecards.
  • Strong working knowledge of routing software, dispatch systems, and ERP/MRP (Microsoft NAV preferred) tools, with advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and data reporting.
  • Proven ability to lead through change, resolve conflict, build strong team culture, and deliver results in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information will only be used for candidate selection.

Yurek is committed to a barrier-free respectful, and accessible work environment. Upon individual request, Yurek will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate those candidates with disabilities. Please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment and selection process.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

  • Bonus pay

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • RRSP match
  • Store discount
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

  • French not required

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • London, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

  • Have you supported and coached team members, including performance reviews and disciplinary actions?
  • Are you comfortable using various software and ERP platforms?
  • What is your salary expectation?

Education:

  • Secondary School (required)

Experience:

  • Leadership : 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person