Manager, Transportation

At Saputo we bring good to the table by making high-quality products investing in our people and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best

Overview of the Role

The Transportation Manager ensures that the logistics operations run smoothly efficiently and safely contributing significantly to the overall success of the organization.

Salary: $90530 - 118820

Work Location: Western Canada thru to Ontario

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Using positive coaching and communication skills manage the performance of the Transportation Team and all key stakeholders;

• Work with cross functional partners to optimize transportation initiatives with the goal of improving operational efficiency cost reduction and improving service levels;

• With a continuous improvement focus develop lead and execute best practice initiatives and projects directed at optimizing the Supply Chain network;

• Establish annual business plans and annual budgets while focusing on efficiency and reducing operating costs in our transportation network;

• Take part in contract and rate negotiations as well as onboarding new partners;

• Act as a link between carriers and the various internal departments;

• Ensure that transport operations are carried out in accordance with standard operating procedures;

• Ensure Health & Safety Food Safety is a key focus while promoting Saputos Culture and values;

• Any other duties as assigned.

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in transportation logistics business or a related field;

• Additional certifications in logistics or transportation management can be beneficial;

• Minimum 8 -10 years experience as a Transport/Distribution Leader in a high-volume environment preferably in a Food/Packaged Goods Company;

• Strong problem-solving skills and proven ability to gather and analyze data and work with financials;

• Knowledge of transportation regulations and safety standards;

• Strong Interpersonal skills with internal and external stakeholders;

• Able to efficiently manage several priorities within established timelines;

• Able to adapt to change in business needs;

• High level of motivation initiative organizational skills detail orientated and integrity is essential;

• Good knowledge of MS Office AS400 (Maestro) BI environment and/or SAP-TMS;

• Bilingualism (French and English) in speaking and writing is an asset.

We support and care for our employees and their families by providing:

• Competitive salaries

• Advantageous corporate agreements

• Full range of group insurance benefits

• Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution

• Purchase option of company stocks

• Group RRSP

• Health and wellness program in the workplace

• Assistance program for employees and their families

• Saputo products at a discounted price

Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations up to the point of undue hardships are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family.

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Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations may be available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.