Stella-Jones

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POSITION SUMMARY The Logistics Manager directs and coordinates activities of transportation operations to obtain optimum use of equipment, facilities, and personnel by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors. RESPONSIBILITIES Ensures transportation availability for all logistical needs; Transportation emergency storm response lead; Manages all freight claims as it relates to truck transportation; Reviews third party performance, carrier sourcing, and performance optimization; Participates in business development strategies, capital projects and special projects; Enforces compliance with administrative policies, procedures, safety rules, governmental regulations and contract compliance; Contributes to company transportation decisions; exploits cost-saving opportunities for logistics; Negotiates and publishes transportation rates of third-party carriers; Develops, implements, and monitors third party carrier rates; Knowledge of all company safety, Department of Transportation (DOT), CNESST, and Occupational Health & Safety Administration (OSHA) programs; Develops a close working relationship with all carriers and a has a thorough knowledge of their operations including strengths and weaknesses; Initiates contact with the Plant Manager and drivers on a regular basis to optimize customer service levels and safety; Manages Shipper/Receivers and dispatchers within designated region to ensure standard transportation processes are followed; Responsible for performance management, training, vacation requests, and recruitment, for his team in conjunction with the plant managers; Participates and contributes to company safety program; Performs other related duties as assigned. Travel Required: Up to 75% (Quebec, Ontario, Maritime) QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in Logistics or a combination of education and experience; 7 to 10 years of logistics experience; Valid driver's license LANGUAGES & CORE COMPETENCIES Proficiency in both English and French, spoken and written Ability to work tactfully with transportation carriers, accounting, data processing and sales personnel; Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and then the general public; Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume; Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry; Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Benefits: Extended health care Disability insurance On-site parking Vacation & paid time off Profit sharing/share options Dental care Life insurance Education reimbursement Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Experience: Logistics: 7 years (Required)

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Legal Form: Corporation

Company Type: Public

Company Size: 1001 - 5000

Revenue: 1 - 5 billion (USD)

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