Director, Enterprise Risk Management and Insurance | C.A.T. North America

Company Overview

Founded in 1978, North America is a leading trucking company operating across North America through nine divisions and more than 25 terminals. With a fleet of 1,600 power units, 4,300 trailers, and over 10,000 logistics partners, the company provides intra-Canada, –Canada cross-border, domestic, and Mexico transportation services.

Recognized for service, safety, and innovation, North America was named Best Fleet to Drive For in 2023 and has been listed among the Best Managed Companies for seven consecutive years.

Job Type

• Permanent, Full-time
• Monday- Friday

Location

• 11 Boulevard de la Cité-des-Jeunes, Vaudreuil-Dorion, QC

Position Overview

The Director, Enterprise Risk Management and Insurance oversees the company’s enterprise risk management framework and insurance portfolio. The role ensures alignment between Operations, Safety, Finance, and Legal to identify, assess, and mitigate risks impacting financial performance, regulatory compliance, operational resilience, and corporate reputation.

The position covers Canada, the United States, and Mexico and reports to the Vice President, Legal Affairs.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Risk Management

• Design and lead the enterprise risk management framework.
• Identify, assess, and monitor strategic, operational, and compliance risks.
• Develop policies, procedures, KRIs, and reporting dashboards.
• Lead quarterly and annual risk assessments.
• Support implementation of controls and accident prevention initiatives.

Insurance Program Management

• Support procurement and renewal of insurance programs.
• Oversee claims management, loss prevention, and third-party relationships.
• Manage insurance budgets and ensure appropriate coverage (liability, property, equipment).
• Negotiate contracts and optimize risk transfer strategies.
• Implement effective claims tracking and loss forecasting processes.

Regulatory Compliance

• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments.
• Train internal teams on compliance requirements.
• Ensure insurance contract compliance.
• Conduct periodic audits.

Qualifications

• Relevant university degree.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in risk management and compliance, preferably in transportation or logistics.
• Proven expertise in building and governing enterprise risk and insurance programs.
• Strong knowledge of KRIs, insurance structures, and sector-specific legal considerations.
• Experience in qualitative and quantitative risk assessment.
• English proficiency required; French and/or Spanish considered an asset.
• Strong leadership, analytical thinking, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced international environment.

*The bilingualism requirement is necessary because more than 95% of the business clientele served is English-speaking.

Benefits

• Dental care
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid time off
• On-site parking
• Wellness program
• RRSP Plan