Chit Chats

Area Lead - Permanent Full-Time - Ontario

Chit Chats  •  $55k/yr  •  Burlington, CA (Onsite)  •  3 days ago
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Job Description

Company Description

We make shipping easier for Canadian businesses and entrepreneurs.

Since 2001, Chit Chats has helped small businesses and entrepreneurs ship across Canada and around the world with simple, affordable shipping solutions.

But we’re more than a shipping company. We’re a team of people who care about helping others succeed. We’re curious about how we can do things better, cheerful in how we show up, and always ready to help.

If you want to work somewhere your ideas matter, your teammates have your back, and the work you do helps Canadian businesses and entrepreneurs grow, you’ll fit right in at Chit Chats!

Job Description

Lead high-performing teams, drive operational excellence, and deliver exceptional client experiences while bringing Chit Chats’ values of Caring, Curious, and Cheerful to life.

  • Lead and develop people: Coach, support, and develop Branch staff, building a positive and high-performing culture.
  • Support branch operations: Ensure locations are staffed, organized, safe, and running efficiently, with accurate shipment processing and strong service standards.
  • Champion the client: Help your team deliver welcoming, reliable experiences and resolve client concerns effectively.
  • Drive performance: Monitor operational goals, staffing, service quality, and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Keep teams connected: Lead regular meetings, share updates, and maintain clear communication between leadership, Branch staff, and support teams.
  • Maintain high standards: Oversee compliance, facility upkeep, safety, security, scheduling, and other operational requirements.
  • Promote a culture that reflects Chit Chats’ values of Caring, Curious, and Cheerful.

Why Join Chit Chats?

You’ll be part of a growing, entrepreneurial team that helps Canadian businesses reach customers around the world. If you enjoy helping people succeed, solving problems, and making a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications

What You Bring

  • Two (2+) years in a leadership or management role (Prior shipping and logistics experience is an asset but not required).
  • Strong people-leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • The ability to coach and develop teams, manage performance, and build positive working relationships.
  • A practical, adaptable approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • A commitment to Chit Chats’ values: Caring, Curious, and Cheerful.
  • Class 1 safety shoes with a green triangle patch.

Additional Information

Total Rewards and Compensation:

  • Salary: Starting $55,000.00 CAD/annum.
  • Employer paid Group Benefits (Health, Dental and Vision; 100% coverage).
  • Annual Year-End Bonus.
  • Birthday leave (Paid).
  • Two weeks paid vacation (negotiable)
  • A rich GRSP plan eligibility after 3 months of employment
  • This is a Permanent Full-Time position.
  • Some travel within Ontario region may be required.

We thank you for your application, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to reference and criminal background checks prior to employment.

As a federally regulated employer, Chit Chats Express fully supports the principles of employment equity and encourages all qualified members of the designated groups to apply.

Chit Chats

About Chit Chats

Chit Chats’ mission is to help Canadian entrepreneurs live their dreams. Our easy-to-use platform offers fully tracked low-cost postage to ship packages worldwide. Save time with our seamless integrations that connect popular online stores with your Chit Chats account.

Since 2001, Chit Chats has been transforming Canadian businesses by drastically reducing shipping costs as much as 74%. Expand your marketplace and grow your business today with Chit Chats.

-No monthly, setup or postage label fees

-Daily tax & duty-free customs clearance with direct delivery to USPS, 6 days a week

-Low postage rates for U.S., Canada and international packages

-Print postage at home

-Full coverage insurance starting at $0.49 CAD for the first $100 USD

-Ecommerce integrations available for Etsy, eBay and Shopify

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Industry
Transportation & Logistics
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Burlington, CA
Year Founded
2001
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