02 Jan
CFMWS
Fredericton
WHO WE ARE
CFMWS. A job with purpose. Our 4000+ person strong organization champions a healthy, fun, creative and active lifestyle for Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans and their families. Help us deliver a variety of recreation and fitness programs, offer family support, organize charity events and make sure our members access retail, travel and banking discounts and customized financial services. At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we love what we do. And we live it too.
THE ROLE
Imagine the excitement and ability to show off your incredible skills in a deployed environment (overseas) for six months managing the very important retail warehouse for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and partner nations.
As a deployed Warehouse Manager, you are enhancing the overall morale and welfare of all the troops deployed.
The Warehouse Manager is part of an enthusiastic team of adventurous individuals who enjoy meaningful employment and contributing in a team-based, land-based environment. Excited by the opportunity to deploy as a civilian among our CAF personnel abroad, you are a team player in a fast-paced setting. You are able to adapt to new challenges in an ever-changing dynamic environment.
You will be responsible for the day-to-day management and operation of the warehouse, including developing business opportunities with local vendors and the internal CFMWS retail resources, receiving and verifying delivery of merchandise, maintaining inventory records, producing accountability reports, preparing deposits and supervising warehouse staff.
This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity that does not come along often!
QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED
Education, Certifications and Licenses
- College diploma or certificate in Business Management or a related field
- Canadian citizenship
- Must have a valid Canadian passport
- Valid Canadian driver’s license (Class G or Class 5)
Experience
- In management in a retail environment
- In delivering training to employees
- In warehouse/logistics management
- In using point of sale systems and generating / analyzing reports
Competencies
- Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.
Additional Qualifications Prior to Deployment
- Completion of a health, dental and psychosocial assessment
- Security screening
- Current CPR and Basic First Aid qualifications
- Ability to walk and lift, carry, pull/or push heavy items
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
English Essential
JOB INFORMATION
POSITION TYPE
Civilian deployment contracts are 6 month terms. Deployment start dates may take place within the next 2 years.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Salary: $53,000-$59620 for six months
Hours of work: Maximum 56 hours per week, which includes weekdays and weekends.
Tax free allowance: Possibility of up to $1,716 per month in addition to your salary (Allowance rates are based on mission/location/date).
Home Leave Travel Allowance (Vacation): Possibility of paid leave (vacation).
Accommodations and meals: provided for duration of deployment.
Health Benefits: Drug coverage, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
Excursions: Possibility to explore and experience the local culture and environment through activities like excursions off base.
LOCATION: Camp Adazi, Latvia
APPLICATION INFORMATION - IMPORTANT
TO APPLY:
In order to be considered for deployment,
please include the following in your application. Failure to include all items will result in your application being screened out of the competition.
For Internal Employees of CFMWS:
- Resume - clearly show how you met each qualification
- Cover Letter - explain why you want to deploy
- Support letter/email – from your Senior Manager (or equivalent), confirming support for your training attendance and future deployment. This must be submitted with your initial application and cannot be submitted later.
For External Candidates:
- Resume - clearly show how you met each qualification
- Cover Letter – explain why you want to deploy
This job opportunity expires at 11:59 PM EST
IF SUCCESSFUL – SELECTION AND TRAINING COURSE
Successful candidates will be invited to participate in a multi-day training and selection course.
LEARN MORE
Learn more about deployment support: https://cfmws.ca/about-us/cfmws-careers/our-team/deployment-support
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