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Director of Logistics

Gurugram, Haryana, India

Job Detail

Salary Rs. 100
Experience 6 years - 10 years
Category Accounting/Finance/Banking
Job Type Full-time
Posted Date Mon May 01, 2023
Apply before : Sat Dec 21, 2024
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Job Summary

At Wild Fork, we are transforming the way people shop and eat protein. By managing every step of the process from farm to fork, we ensure you get the highest quality, largest variety and most consistent eating experience at the most affordable prices. It's at the core of everything we do.

Job Description

Who We Are


At Wild Fork, we are transforming the way people shop and eat protein. By managing every step of the process from farm to fork, we ensure you get the highest quality, largest variety and most consistent eating experience at the most affordable prices. It's at the core of everything we do.


If you want to be part of an innovative company building a presence in Canada, join us. We can’t wait to become everyone’s favourite food experience.


The opportunity


Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain and Program Delivery, we are looking for a Director of Logistics who wants to build a best-in-class supply chain program alongside an expert in the field. You will lead the development, planning, and execution of the Wild Fork Transportation and Distribution Centre, acting as the final step to ensure we maintain our high-quality standards in addition to our supply chain strategy as you manage the movements of finished goods and materials within the distribution network. You will build, manage, and nurture a collaborative, highly efficient team. You will continually improve our operating efficiencies increasing service levels and controlling costs while maintaining superior KPI results and fiscal responsibility.


This role will be based in Brantford with weekly travel (1-2 days) to our Vaughan head office.


What’s In It For You


Impact and influence. You want to play a critical role in owning and optimizing a highly-efficient supply change management system, team, and strategy at a growing retail business. This is a rare opportunity to be involved across multiple levels of building systems, executing plans, and optimizing processes at a newly set up Distribution Centre and business in Canada. You will be a key player in our acquisition, retention, and loyalty of consumers by providing reliable and scalable supply chain processes.


Exposure and career growth. You want to accelerate your career in this field. You will work alongside and report to


Perks and professional rewards. You will have access to monthly free products and tastings to further develop your ability to understand and champion our brand.


What you will do:



  • Provide leadership to the Distribution Centre Manager and hourly team. You will introduce processes and transparent communication to ensure the team performs optimally in order management. You will oversee the expedition and accurate transfer of products and materials to customers and warehouses across our network. You will develop clear, achievable goals for the DC and Transportation functions to ensure teams can - and do - achieve goals in line with our organizational vision. You will take ownership of the logistics budget.

  • Own the Transportation Management function. You will establish processes in Transportation that enable full visibility of all movements while maintaining the company’s objectives and targets to ensure the timely delivery of goods. You will monitor and measure all inbound and outbound orders within the Wild Fork Canada network.

  • Continuous improvement. You will Identify and implement operational improvements to cost and increase efficiency in all aspects of Transportation and Distribution. You will work closely with the principals related to WMS, TMS, SAP, and IT to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of systems and their development. You will respond to relevant Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and ongoing process improvements.

  • Measure and report. You will develop and create KPIs, reports, and a Transportation/ Production/ DC Management structure that will provide visibility and tracking of shipments. You will oversee KPI results and set targets for team members as well as yourself aligned with the organizational expectations.


What you bring:



  • The expertise. You have in-depth experience in Supply Chain Management and Logistics, with a focus on Warehouse/Distribution Management, Transportation Management and Customer Service. You are deeply familiar with the ins and outs of distribution centre operations. You are metrics-driven with the financial acumen to ensure the implementation of efficiencies, optimal performance, and cost-effectiveness.

  • The project management skills. You have helped steer large-scale implementation or change management projects from end to end. You can create and execute project plans, overseeing budgets, resources, deliverables, and reporting.

  • The people leadership. You have experience building, leading and guiding the work of cross-functional teams. You understand and can meet the communication level needed to navigate the complexities of hourly employees and multiple shifts. You can gain the trust of those you work with, navigate difficult conversations and manage conflict. You excel in the ability to motivate teams to complete deliverables.

  • The technical skills. You have extensive knowledge of ERP systems, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and RF Technology.

  • The interpersonal skills. You have professional and flexible verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to create documentation, explain processes, and make presentations. You can build collaborative relationships across levels and teams. You can confidently partner with decision-makers, navigate differences of opinion and influence choices.

  • A collaborative approach. You thrive in an autonomous but highly collaborative role. You can execute your ideas, meet deadlines and exceed expectations. You are driven, motivated, and ready to help where needed. You respect the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of others. You have an easy-going personality and a passion for delicious food.


Our culture


At Wild Fork it’s about the people: The experience we provide for our customers, the producers we partner with who are dedicated to quality, the members of our teams who bring energy and innovation, and the community we eat with.


We are guided by our values - determination, simplicity, availability, humility, sincerity, discipline, and ownership - in everything we do, from the interview process and individual goal-setting to decision-making and strategizing. They are the measure of our success and how we treat each other.


Our mission: Nourish Better Lives.


Joining us is a unique and rare opportunity to be part of an omni-channel startup backed by a global brand. It’s a chance to be a founding member of a company changing the Canadian grocery landscape, creating exceptional experiences for our customers and nurturing an outstanding place to work. As part of our team you will gain insights and direct experience building a company and a brand. You will have the chance to voice your ideas and take ownership of executing them.


Think this job is meant for you but worried you don’t have it all? At Wild Fork we know that not everyone takes the same path when it comes to building their skills. Hands-on experience, intelligence, innovation, a passion for learning and a team-focused approach can combine to form the best set of qualifications. If you share our values and beliefs, are passionate about food, and have 70% of the qualifications we are seeking, express your interest here.


Diversity, equity and inclusion are a critical component of life at Wild Fork and we are committed to making these values an integral part of our culture. We encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including women, persons with disabilities, Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC), people from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Queer, Questioning, Two-Spirit, Intersex, Asexual + (LGBTQ2SIA+) community, and other equity-seeking groups.


Wild Fork is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act ('AODA'). If you require accommodation, please notify

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