Job Description

Nestled between the mountains of the Fraser Valley in the center of the agricultural hub of Abbotsford, British Columbia, Pacific Coast Fruit Products (PCFP) was originally built as a frozen berry plant but has since evolved into a highly productive manufacturer of fruit juice concentrates, not From Concentrate (NFC) juices, purees, and puree concentrates for the food, beverage, and nutraceutical industries. Through teamwork and innovation, we process millions of pounds of berries from the Fraser Valley and around the world. Pacific Coast Fruits Products not only produces quality ingredients we also contribute to the local food economy while helping to establish food security, both at home and abroad. Pacific Coast Fruit Products is one of the Fraser Valley's; secret success stories, and we are looking to grow and take on new team members.

At Pacific Coast Fruit, you will receive competitive compensation along with RSP matching, extensive group benefits, annual performance bonus as well as enjoy employee engagement activities that occur throughout the year. Come join us to witness what fun-at-work looks like and BE one of us!

Job Overview

The Warehouse & Inventory Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing all warehouse and inventory functions to ensure efficient receipt, storage, control, and distribution of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods. This role emphasizes strong leadership, ensuring that warehouse teams are motivated, well-trained, and aligned with organizational goals. The Manager ensures inventory accuracy, enforces FIFO practices, produces timely reports, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to optimize operations, maintain compliance, and drive continuous improvement.

You Live and Model the Organization's Values

Relationships- We build trust and collaborate to develop long term partnerships

Focus on what is good for the team and the organization Share knowledge freely to ensure organizational strength and sustainability Make time to help and develop others
Act with

Integrity - We are transparent, honest and ethical in all of our interactions

Bring your best to all your interactions Use good judgment and limit risks Walk the walk and be accountable
Excel at

Service - We set the standard for delivering exceptional service

Be easy to do business with Ensure quality always comes first Respond to internal and external customers with urgency
Deliver

Excellence- We aspire to be Excellence in everything we do

Be action oriented. Drive results with grit and decisiveness Seek out the root cause to solve problems Do the things that bring greatest value and make an impact.

You demonstrate your commitment through defined action

Communication

Listen well and seek to understand Communicate concisely, candidly and respectfully You're an avid contributor to discussions and share ideas and solutions.

Curiosity

Know your business and our products Proactively seek knowledge Passionate about continuous improvement

Connection

Embrace diverse backgrounds and cultures Seek out different perspectives and choose the best ideas, wherever you find them Center your approach in the well being of colleagues and the sustainability of communities.

Key Responsibilities

Provide strong leadership to the Shipping & Receiving, Logistics, and Warehouse Material Handlers, fostering accountability, teamwork, and a culture of continuous improvement. Oversee yard organization, optimizing space utilization by ensuring timely return of supplier/growers materials. Plan and schedule warehouse activities, including shipping, receiving, and inventory control, aligning with production and customer requirements. Maintain accurate inventory of frozen, dry, and raw materials across all warehouse locations, ensuring FIFO compliance and timely reporting (including third-party warehouse reconciliations). Responsible for overseeing inventory audits and verifying team-led inventory counts and reconciliations are accurate and timely. Ensure product quality standards and fill rate targets are achieved in a cost-effective manner. Prepare and distribute daily warehouse reports, ensuring KPIs (carrier appointment compliance, material movement, pick & load times etc.) are monitored, and performance data is accurate. Lead and drive continuous improvement initiatives to drive efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen compliance. Develop, coach, and mentor staff, ensuring training, certifications, and performance goals are met while building a high-performing team. Partner with People & Culture to support talent development, workplace engagement, and succession planning. Coordinate with Procurement to maintain just-in-time material flow and with Finance to ensure inventory accuracy. Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and food safety standards, acting as a Safety Champion by leading initiatives, and conducting regular toolbox talks and safety meetings. Oversee the fresh fruit season and optimize the warehouse processes to ensure timely intake, storage and distribution. Prepare and distribute regular inventory reports to management, highlighting stock levels, variances, and aged/obsolete inventory. Obtain and review third-party warehouse inventory reports to ensure accuracy and alignment with company records, highlighting variance and aging inventory. Respond promptly to operational issues, resolving problems to minimize disruptions.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field preferred. Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in warehouse management or logistics, preferably within manufacturing or food processing. Super-user competency with ERP and/or WMS systems and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Skills & Competencies:

Strong leadership and people management skills. Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities. High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation. Effective communication skills for cross-functional collaboration. Knowledge of warehouse safety protocols and regulatory compliance.

Working Conditions

Primarily warehouse-based with office work as required. Regular interaction with warehouse staff, production teams, and logistics partners. May require evening or weekend work during peak operational periods.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $85,000.00-$95,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

Abbotsford, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

What is your desired salary?
Work Location: In person