Head of First Mile and Depot Product - Canada

Head of First Mile and Depot Product - Canada Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics and have been industry pioneers for over a century. Through innovation and transformation, we are redefining the boundaries of possibility, continuously setting new standards for efficiency, sustainability, and excellence.

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What We Can Offer At Maersk, we’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and able to be themselves. Our team members come from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we value the unique strengths each person contributes.

A highly strategic product leadership role with full accountability for First Mile and Depot product performance in Canada

Ownership of a complex, high‑value portfolio with true P&L responsibility and direct impact on margins and growth

The opportunity to build and scale a depot product offering within the Canadian market

Close collaboration with Sales, Operations, Pricing, Finance, and Technology to shape competitive, end‑to‑end solutions

Key Responsibilities

Own the full P&L for First Mile and Depot products in Canada, including revenue, cost, margin, and EBIT performance

Define and execute the product strategy for First Mile transportation, including rail, brokerage, and asset‑based containerized solutions

Develop and launch the Depot product in Canada, including product design, pricing strategy, vendor selection, and go‑to‑market approach

Identify growth opportunities and proactively address margin erosion through data‑driven analysis and market insight

Partner closely with Operations to ensure product strategies are executable, scalable, and commercially sustainable

Work with Commercial and Pricing teams to strengthen value propositions, win rates, and customer adoption

Act as the senior product leader and front‑facing representative for First Mile and Depot offerings within the Canada Area

Influence cross‑functional teams through clear strategy, strong communication, and visible leadership, despite no direct line management

Leverage technology, analytics, and digital tools to optimize product performance and support continuous product evolution

What We Are Looking For

Continuous improvement mindset:

we are looking for someone who brings a strong mindset of continuous improvement – someone who is naturally curious, committed to solving problems at the root, and driven to make things better every day

Extensive experience within First Mile or landside transportation in Canada, including rail and trucking environments

Demonstrated success owning and managing a full P&L, with accountability for both growth and profitability

Strong product leadership capability, with experience developing, scaling, or transforming transportation products

High financial and analytical acumen, with the ability to translate data into clear strategic decisions

Proven ability to influence cross‑functional teams and senior stakeholders without direct authority

Solid understanding of operational and commercial levers within logistics and transportation markets

Comfort working in ambiguity and building structure in emerging or under‑defined product areas

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced education is an advantage

The above stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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