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Transportation Manager, CanadaGestionnaire de transport, Canada

IPEX

Job Location:

Oakville - Canada

Yearly Salary: $ 105500 - 131900

Posted: 17 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 14 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

IPEX is one of North Americas leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy.

We currently have an exciting opportunity as a Manager Transportation. This role is based in Oakville ON and reports to the Director Logistics.

Do not miss the opportunity to join a diverse group of people-centric professionals thought leaders and rapid thinkers entrepreneurs in spirit and status quo-fighters!

Job Summary

If you thrive on solving complex challenges influencing large stakeholder groups and turning ambitious goals into reality this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact. As Manager Transportation you will play a pivotal role in delivering the most significant transportation transformation IPEX has ever undertaken. Working at the intersection of strategy operations and stakeholder engagement you will help guide the continued evolution of our transportation operating model while building strong partnerships driving organizational alignment and leading change across a highly visible business-critical initiative.

You will work closely with operations distribution centres carriers and our Managed Service Provider (MSP) to help shape the future of transportation at IPEX. Leveraging your transportation expertise strong business acumen and a proven ability to influence stakeholders across operations distribution centres carriers and service providers you will drive alignment strengthen service performance and support the successful adoption of new ways of working across the network.

You will have the opportunity to build on the foundation already in place by helping stabilize mature and optimize a transportation operating model that continues to evolve. By strengthening key vendor relationships driving stakeholder adoption and implementing scalable solutions you will help position transportation as a strategic capability that supports long-term growth operational excellence and an exceptional customer experience.

Principal Responsibilities

Advance IPEXs transportation strategy by leading initiatives that enhance service performance strengthen operational effectiveness and support the continued evolution of a complex transportation operating model.
Serve as the primary relationship owner for IPEXs Managed Service Provider (MSP) providing governance performance oversight and strategic guidance while fostering strong partnerships that drive service excellence scalability and continuous improvement.
Own carrier relationship and performance management cultivating strategic partnerships that enhance service reliability strengthen network performance and support the transportation requirements of a complex and evolving business while balancing cost service and customer expectations.
Build alignment across a broad network of stakeholders establishing credibility and influencing decision-making at all levels of the organization while guiding the successful adoption of evolving transportation processes systems and ways of working within a dynamic and multifaceted operating environment.
Leverage transportation data performance metrics and business insights to optimize freight spend elevate service outcomes strengthen accountability and identify opportunities to enhance efficiency across a complex transportation network.
Provide oversight for transportation compliance customs activities and financial controls while championing continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen organizational capabilities and support the long-term success of IPEXs transportation strategy.
Lead coach and develop a transportation team fostering accountability engagement and continuous growth while supporting operational objectives.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Logistics Operations Management or a related field.
510 years of transportation operations experience including 24 years of experience managing a transportation operations team.
Deep transportation experience supporting manufacturing and distribution operations ideally within automotive industrial FMCG or similarly complex North American organizations. Experience transporting long goods is considered an asset.
Experience managing truckload LTL intermodal and parcel transportation operations supported by a strong understanding of Canadian and U.S. rate structures tariffs and fuel surcharge programs.
Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to understand and apply data-based solutions to support operational decision-making and continuous improvement.
Ability to thrive in a dynamic fast-paced environment that values service and adaptability.
Experience implementing a TMS and/or MSP as well as exposure to flatbed bulk oversized or cross-border transportation operations would be considered an asset.
Ability to travel up to 40% based on business needs.

The compensation for this position is between $105500.00 and $131900.00 annually based on experience and qualifications.

IPEX is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and upon request will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicants accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation please contact HR at

Required Experience:

Manager

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