Logistics, Operations manager

A leading organization in the international food industry has an excellent opportunity for you as a Senior Operations Manager in Brampton. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of $110,000 to $150,000 and includes a comprehensive, company-paid benefits package. You will lead a large logistics team managing high-volume global trade, specializing in cold chain reefers and ocean freight, while enjoying hybrid work flexibility and unique summer hours.

Advantages
- Salary up to $150,000
- RRSP matching program at 4%.
- Hybrid schedule (wfh 1 day per week) and half-days every Friday during the summer months.
- Access a fully employer-paid benefits plan
- 3 weeks vacation and personal days from the start.
- Thrive in a high-volume, international environment where your leadership directly impacts global food supply chains.
- Benefit from career stability within a long-standing, growth-oriented industry leader located conveniently in Brampton.

Responsibilities
- As a Senior Operations Manager, you will provide strategic direction to a team of 6-15 coordinators managing over 300 weekly shipments across national or global trade lanes.
- You will take ownership of high-volume ocean freight operations, including direct negotiations with steamship lines and managing foreign-to-foreign cargo movements.
- Your role involves overseeing complex temperature-controlled logistics, ensuring the integrity of the cold chain for diverse food commodities.
- You will act as a primary driver of operational efficiency, implementing continuous improvement initiatives to streamline warehousing and intermodal drayage.
- In this Senior Operations Manager position, you will manage logistics budgets and RFQ processes while resolving vendor claims related to marine and inland transport.

Qualifications
- You possess more than 10 years of experience in logistics, with at least 5 years leading teams in high-volume food or frozen goods environments.
- Expertise in ocean freight, specifically with ocean reefers and steamship line negotiations, is a mandatory requirement for this Senior Operations Manager role.
- You hold a Degree or diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; an advanced degree or CSCP, CPIM, or CITT certifications are assets.
- Your technical skills include proficiency in MS Dynamics 365 and advanced Excel, alongside a proven ability to lead strong-willed, diverse teams.
- You demonstrate a bold leadership style, with the "backbone" necessary to advocate for process changes and navigate a fast-paced, transformative global landscape.

Summary
I am eager to help you secure this rewarding Senior Operations Manager career in Brampton. If you are a decisive leader with deep ocean freight expertise, please apply directly to this posting today. For any specific questions regarding the role, feel free to contact me, Kim Patrick, at kim.patrick@randstad.ca.

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