Supervisor, Library Material Handling

Reporting to the Manager, Library Collections & Material Handling, the successful candidate will supervise the Material Handling section for Mississauga Library. This includes supervising a staff team involved in the transportation of Library materials across the system, use of Automated Materials Handling equipment and related materials handling duties. The Supervisor, Library Material Handling is a member of Mississauga Library System’s leadership team and is actively involved in committees and projects to help meet the organization’s strategic ends.

Reporting to the Manager, Library Collections & Material Handling, the Supervisor is responsible for the provision of receiving, materials handling and courier services.

• Responsible for planning, developing, directing, and evaluating operations and resources within the material handling business section.
• Responsible for developing, directing, coaching, and evaluating staff in a unionized environment.
• Develops services levels, guidelines, and standards for receiving, materials handling and courier services.
• Ensures delivery of library materials and related items in a timely and cost effective manner.
• Manages relationships with vendors for Automated Materials Handling equipment, Material Management, Transportation & Works, and others for Material Handling related areas (supplies, courier vans, etc).
• Contributes to the business unit and system's continued success through participation in special projects and system initiatives.
• Monitors and ensures a safe, secure, and clean work environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

• Library and Information Technician diploma preferred.
• A valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License and excellent driving record is required.
• Experience in driving a 16 foot, 3 ton cube van and maintaining a vehicle for road safety is preferred.
• 3 to 5 years supervisory experience leading teams in various library settings; experience in library technical services would be an asset.
• Experience with automated materials handling equipment is preferred.
• Excellent customer service, leadership, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Superior communication (verbal, written, presentation), problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated experience and success with change management.
• Excellent working knowledge of integrated library software systems; experience with SirsiDynix Symphony would be an asset.
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Outlook, Word and Excel; experience with SAP would be an asset.