Director Intermodal and Automotive - Vaughan, Canada - CPKC

CPKC

Verified Company

Vaughan, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The Director, Intermodal & Automotive Operations will have direct accountability for success in all aspects of Intermodal & Automotive Operations in the territory which he/she oversees.

The Director will provide leadership for a team of CPKC employees and contract employees in areas of safety, service, asset utilization, cost control and people.

This is a senior level operating position that requires strong leadership, balanced decision-making skills and a true sense of urgency to accomplish tasks in a fast paced, yet highly strategic operating environment.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Implement business strategy and operating plans for Intermodal & Automotive Facilities terminals in territory
Prepare daily plan and execute towards safety and performance KPI's at all terminals on territory
Represent Intermodal & Automotive Operations as primary point of escalation for all departments for any issues on territory related to train performance, network, local operations, customer service, commercial, etc.
Focus on continuous improvement of operating processes
Lead strongly in all areas of safety management and compliance
Maintain a culture of peertopeer monitoring while seeking to improve the management team's safety behaviors and actions
Ensure appropriate train design is ready to drive an efficient terminal operating clock to drive fluidity for the terminal and network
Ensure security of the facility to prevent theft and unauthorized handling of CPKC property and shipments
Provide daily leadership and consequence management to improve Supervisor effectiveness while supporting their development and career goals
Provide performance objectives for direct reports
Provide performance management, career development and succession planning for nonunion employees under their jurisdiction
Develop and deliver resource planning for the local Intermodal terminals and automotive compounds within their span of control
Ensure that truck dwell times and all service metrics are maintained
Ensuring that all CPKC operated equipment is maintained to comply with provincial/state/federal regulations
Create/maintain capacity analysis for all intermodal terminals on territory, including managing capital planning portfolio and recommendations for territory.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

High school degree or equivalent is required
Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Transportation or equivalent is preferred
Broad understanding of rail operations
Understanding of intermodal and automotive terminal operations
Leadership skills to develop the team
Knowledge of Collective Bargaining Agreements & labor laws
Analytical, relationship management & dispute resolution skills
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels in the organization
Ability to lead and manage a diverse group of CPKC union and nonunion teams and contractors
Ability to influence leaders
Ability to drill down, understand root cause and resolve complex issues.

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

Flexible and competitive benefits package
Competitive company pension plan
Employee Share Purchase Plan
Performance Incentive Program
Annual Fitness Subsidy
Parttime Studies Program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

As an employer with national presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Background Investigation: