Transportation Manager

2 weeks ago

Brampton, Canada Yusen Logistics (Canada) Inc. Full time

**WE ARE GROWING CONNECTED. COMMITTED. CREATIVE.**

Our company is ISO 9001 certified with a mature Quality Management System in place that resonates with our drive for continuous improvement and fulfilling customer requirements and making sure our services are up to the correct quality standards for customers.

When you join our elite team, you’ll have the opportunity to do inspiring work that makes a positive difference while being rewarded with an excellent salary, superior group insurance, a matching pension plan, great perks, a pleasant culture, true work/life balance and the opportunity to help transform and grow the company.

You’ll also “Walk-the-Talk” when it comes to Yusen’s 9 Core Values because they resonate with you: Communication. Openness. Customer Focus. Reliability. Teamwork. Accountability. Problem Solving. Continuous Learning. Proactivity.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Manages carrier relationships and negotiate rates to ensure competitive pricing and reliable service.
- Selects appropriate means of transportation (FTL, LTL, Intermodal) to coordinate the movement of freight with carriers, customers and other stakeholders to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
- Ensures timely order entry and updates in operating system for reflecting accurate records of logistics - load notes, pricing, accessorial charges.
- Ensures compliance with all relevant regulations and laws, including those related to transportation safety, security, and environmental protection.
- Develops and implement transportation plans, schedules, and routes to optimize delivery times and reduce costs.
- Completes billing on a timely basis (within 5 days of transaction) and follows invoicing procedures to enhance cash cycle.
- Works closely with other departments, such as sales, customer service, and operations, to ensure effective communication and coordination of transportation activities.
- Develops and maintains positive carrier relationships with a growth mindset.
- Analyzes customer and vendor problems and resolves them quickly to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Resolves rate discrepancies with carriers and responds to returned pre-notes in a timely manner to promote On Time Performance (OTP).
- Continuously communicates and develops multi-modal capabilities with customers.
- Uses excellent decision-making skills and judgment to balance customer needs, YLCA’s yield and final service results.
- Applies effective methodology in the provision of prompt quotations.
- Regularly reviews tariffs, competitiveness of rates, and identify opportunities for cost savings.
- Generates monthly performance statistics and reports them accordingly.
- Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures, as well as applicable laws and regulations.

**PEOPLE LEADERSHIP**

Performs the standard responsibilities of a People Leader which includes but is not limited to the following:

- Communicates Company’s Mission & Vision Statements, Strategies, etc. and models Core Behaviors.
- Conducts hiring interviews and selects top talent.
- Trains and develops direct reports plus supports Continuous Learning to further develop direct reports.
- Actively practices Communication by sharing information and conducting team meetings.
- Contributes to the update and development of job descriptions, role profiles and performance measurement tools for direct reports as required.
- Ensures adherence to global, regional and Company policies and procedures and drives individual Accountability for members of the team through leading by example.
- Manages, coaches and counsels direct reports.
- Conducts progressive discipline and terminates employment of direct reports where necessary.
- Uses every reasonable precaution to protect a worker’s health and safety, i.e., informs workers of job hazards; trains them to do their jobs safely; ensures that workers work safely and use equipment and protective devices properly where required; reports all incidents to the Joint Health & Safety Committee and Senior Management in a timely fashion.
- Manages the department’s budget in conjunction with the Branch Manager (Toronto) and/or Director, IFF and approves travel and business expenses of direct reports if applicable.
- Responsible for managing Time & Attendance of all Direct Reports in a timely manner in ADP Workforce Now.

**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS**:
**Skill Factors (education, experience, communication, technical, etc.)**
- College Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in logistics, transportation, or a related field.
- Minimum five (5) years relevant experience in Transportation within the Freight Forwarding industry.
- Proven track record of managing carrier relationships and negotiating rates.
- Strong knowledge of transportation regulations, laws, and best practices.
- Excellent written and verbal business communication skills for communicating with customers/vendors.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
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