Logistics Operations Associate (Open to New Graduates)
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- Etobicoke, ON
- Permanent
- Full-time
- We believe in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training à Unleashing Your Potential
- Many of our team members who joined us through similar “new graduate” programs were able to accelerate their career growth and reach high levels in our organization within a few years of joining us
- Competitive compensation, health benefits, and a generous flexible medical/health spending account
- Employer matching pension program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.
- Plan and execute Fresh & Frozen movements in the transportation network
- Collaborate with Wonderbrands Bakeries & DCs on load readiness & delivery times
- Process carrier rates and invoices in TMS (e2open/BlueJay)
- Monitor & escalate carrier performance issues, as necessary
- Monitor carrier lane rates, addressing rate increases as required
- Support other functional units as required – manufacturing, supply planning, logistics, procurement, etc.
- Maintain accurate reporting for various transportation KPI’s – shunting, utilization, carrier delivery performance, etc.
- Coordinate the allocation and movement of assets between locations based on demand, capacity, and priorities.
- Monitor and maintain appropriate inventory levels to support uninterrupted operations, while minimizing excess
- Analyze, design, and optimize the distribution network to improve service levels, reduce costs, and increase efficiency
- Implement processes and controls to track asset utilization, minimize shortages, and reduce excess inventory.
- Process trailer repair and rental invoices, and other carrier service invoices
- Create purchase orders in accordance with company policies and contractual agreements.
- Manage fleet compliance including annual trailers safety, preventative maintenance, plates and insurance documents.
- Manage transport fleet utilization via GPS tracking
- Manage transport of trays to ensure all bakeries are supplied with adequate quantities based on requirements
- Identify opportunities to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) and automation tools into transportation and logistics processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) carriers and vendors, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations and performance standards
- On call coverage/weekend coverage, if required
- All other duties as required
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field
- Experience in multi-facility transportation, logistics, or supply chain organization
- Financial acumen with demonstrated experience in budgeting, cost control, and invoice reconciliation
- Proven ability to manage relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) providers, carriers, and vendors
- Proficiency in ERP and TMS systems; advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and data analysis required
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities
- Flexibility, Agility, Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic environments by embracing continuous change. Quickly adjusts to new priorities and actively seeks innovative solutions. Uses setbacks as opportunities for growth
- and applies a relentless focus on improving outcomes. Approaches challenges with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset and openness to feedback.
- Calculated Risk-Taking: Makes strategic decisions by evaluating options and creating contingency plans.
- Team First and Collaboration: Engages with Team Members and colleagues, builds relationships, and fosters an inclusive, innovative environment.
- Continuous Improvement: Drives innovation and optimizes processes to enhance quality and productivity.
- Customer and Product Focus: Addresses need proactively with accountability and a solution-oriented mindset.
- Fierce Execution: Achieves results with a strategic and hands-on approach, learning from mistakes and building trust.
- Continually inspires and develops Team Members and promote cross-functional collaboration.
- Supports, shared knowledge and experience with your Team through authentic conversations and development planning
- Communicates clear expectations
- Uses insight and knowledge to influence others
- Understands and acknowledge differences and modifies style to support unleashing potential
- Demonstrates patience and empathy, while listening
- Inspire enthusiasm & commitment by communicating a clear path to success
- Empowers others by delegating and providing support and opportunities for growth
- Identifies, raises and resolves conflict
- Builds trust and models the “Coach Approach”
- Encourages informed risk-taking and supports learning from outcomes.
- Creates an environment where your team enjoys working hard while having fun
- Provides feedback to reinforce results