Bulk Chemical Road Logistics Manager - Toronto, Canada - Chemtrade

Chemtrade

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Description:

Position:
Bulk Chemical Road Logistics Manager

Primary Location:
Great Toronto Area (Canada); Select geographic locations in the US with proximity to Chemtrade plants; Hybrid/Remote work possible

Schedule:
Full time-Salaried

Reports to:
Senior Logistics Operations Leader

Compensation:
$85,000 - $95,000 CAD; USD salary range based on role, level, and location

The Canadian base salary range for this position is $85,000 $95,000 CAD per annum+ bonus + benefits. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. More specific salary ranges for your preferred location can be discussed during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, benefits, pension contributions and/or additional incentives._

Chemtrade is committed to delivering innovative solutions that address the complex challenges faced by our customers. As a responsible corporate citizen, we prioritize safety, sustainability, and environmental stewardship in all aspects of our operations.

Our talented and diverse workforce is at the heart of our success, as we recognize that their knowledge, skills, and dedication drive our ability to deliver exceptional products and services.

At Chemtrade, we believe in creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents.

By putting people at the center of our operations, we build strong connections, nurture innovation, and create a fulfilling work experience for all.

About this Role and About You

The focus of the new Road Logistics Manager (RLM) role is to meet/exceed company service and cost targets through the relationship and performance management of our common carrier partners.

This role will work closely with our carrier partners and Logistics Purchasing to ensure necessary capacity is aligned and tender acceptance managed to move Chemtrade products safely and to meet customers' service requirements.

This is a key role on the Logistics Operations team which will also identify and lead projects to improve sustainability, develop custom solutions for customer requirements, and help business supply chain partners solve internal challenges.

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business Administration (required)
Seven (7) years Supply Chain experience w/ three (3) of those years in Logistics Operations
Three (3) years Chemical Shipper experience within the chemical industry
Three (3) years Liquid Bulk Transport Industry experience
Experience working with TMS/FMS system(s)
Experience working with Data Visualization tools such as PowerBI, Tableau, SAP Analytics Cloud, etc.
Must be a selfstarter with demonstrated ability to work with mínimal supervision; highly motivated, energetic, and enjoy working as part of a team
Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to travel as needed for site visits and carrier meetings 510%
Will need current passport for cross border travel

Responsibilities

Common carrier management: operating relationship and performance 40%
Develop and maintain carrier scorecards to highlight KPI trends and use as tool to facilitate performance review meetings and ad hoc improvement discussions
Lead cadenced meetings to review performance, determine strategies for KPI improvements, and discuss strategic initiatives where carriers' partnership needed (Weekly/Monthly/Quarterly/Annual contingent on carrier size in network, performance trending, etc.)
Point of escalation for accident/incident investigation and claims pursuit
Own common carrier operational results and present to internal stakeholders with clear plans on how to improve going forward
Partner with common carriers to troubleshoot issues and determine Chemtrade opportunities for improvement
Logistics focal point for Business Supply Chain support 30%
Develop and maintain business scorecards to highlight operational KPI trends and use as tool to facilitate performance review meetings
Lead cadenced meetings to review performance, determine strategies for KPI improvements, and discuss strategic initiatives where business supply chain partnership needed
Point of escalation for business to engage for solutions to issues where Logistics support required to meet customer and/or plant needs
Partner with Business Supply Chain to drive strategies improving service and/or reducing Road operational costs to meet targets
Logistics Purchasing Partnership 10%
Help develop and implement carrier strategy bringing operational KPI metrics to the con