Job Description

Why Gambles?

At Gambles, produce is everything. Our business provides the widest assortment of top-quality fruits and vegetables for the wholesale, foodservice, and retail sectors. With a history dating back to the early 1900s, Gambles has grown and evolved into one of the largest produce wholesalers in all of Canada. We operate out of three locations across the country: two in Toronto and one in Calgary. We also have a satellite office in Philadelphia that manages our U.S. sales operations. Our goal is to be the supplier of choice for all our customers' needs.

Our people are the backbone of our business! We have a "hire-from-within" mentality at Gambles, which means we put extra focus on developing our people and giving them unique career advancement opportunities. Just like our products and our customer base, we love to see our people grow!

We offer a competitive benefits package with employer covered health and dental benefits (you don't pay the premiums!) and a company matched Pension Plan for our full-time employees.

The Operations Clerk will report directly to the Clerical Manager.

This position will be accountable for performing daily administrative and clerical activities of the Shipping, Receiving, and Transportation departments. This individual will work primarily out of the Dwight Warehouse location but will require the ability to travel to both locations regularly.

Although the primary schedule for this individual is 40 hours per week, our ideal candidate can work a flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the business which may include occasional evenings and weekends. The intended schedule for this role is Sunday - Thursday, 3am - 11am or Friday to Sunday, 3am - 1pm.

Responsibilities

Preparing all shipping and receiving documents. Print all labels as needed. Maintaining accurate inventories of all shipping and receiving supplies. Providing support to the transportation team by answering and addressing driver' and customers' delivery questions, confirming appointments, and reinforcing instructions for special delivery assignments. Collaborating with warehouse staff to ensure orders are filled efficiently and on time. Interfacing with clients and vendors to schedule appointments and address vendor issues. Maintain a filing system for shipping and receiving records. Inventory control and general warehouse tasks when needed. All projects and tasks assigned by manager.

Candidate Requirements

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED At least six (6) months previous experience in a fast-paced environment Previous warehouse experience preferred Two (2) years' experience in a clerical role preferred
Personal Attributes:

Strong computer skills Ability to work in a team environment Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines Demonstrate a positive attitude Exceptional verbal and written communication skills Detail-oriented, well organized Ability to readily adapt and be flexible in a changing environment
Gambles Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer situated in a heritage building at 165 The Queensway and encourages applications from individuals with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants and colleagues with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process.

Job Type: Full-time

Additional pay:

Overtime pay
Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Store discount
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday Morning shift Weekends as needed
Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:

Clerical: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person