Industrial Operations Manager

Industrial Operations Manager

Wicehtowak Employee Transportation Ltd., a Joint venture of Southland Transportation Ltd. has an exciting opportunity for an individual who is ready to take the next step in their career as an Operations Manager. The ideal candidate is a high energy Leader with the ability to direct a diverse workforce in the transportation services for multiple clients.

The role oversees industrial client's transportation needs throughout Saskatchewan.

Operations are throughout Saskatchewan with occasional travel required and office in Saskatoon.

How SOUTHLAND is an Employer of Choice:

• Flexible employment options
• Growth opportunities in a North American wide organization
• Competitive compensation package
• Company vehicle
• Extensive benefits including a matched RRSP program
• Sponsored educational training including an internal leadership development program
• Large corporate opportunities within a small culture working environment

What You Do:

• Work with functional leaders within the company to ensure compliance to company policies and procedures
• Supervise and train a team of professional drivers and operations staff
• Develop positive relationships with key clients and vendors to allow the company to lead the industry with best service levels
• Assist in answering customer, public or employee inquiries; provide exceptional customer service
• Approve employee time sheets and submit to payroll
• Document fleet maintenance and organize maintenance with outside suppliers
• Ensure that safety is always a strong part of the culture

What You Bring:

• Post-secondary education with an emphasis on Business or Management; an equivalent combination of directly related education and experience may also be considered
• Previous transportation/logistics operations and supervisory experience (2 + years)
• Excellent ability to communicate and negotiate effectively with a team, clients, and internal managers
• Strong ability to demonstrate analysis and problem solving skills
• Ability to balance multiple tasks of competing importance
• Excellent presentation skills - must be able to speak confidently with all levels of the organization
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office including excel, word and outlook