Transportation Analyst

The Opportunity:

The Transportation Analyst is responsible for providing analytical and statistical reporting support for Maple Leaf Foods (MLF) Transportation activities. Activities include monthly KPI’s, variance analysis, scorecard maintenance, carrier selection / negotiation / performance measurement and cost savings projects. Working closely with Transportation leaders, this role recommends freight and distribution alternatives to provide efficient solutions for the MLF Distribution network, while optimizing customer service levels.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by November 17. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Reason for vacancy: Existing Headcount

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Analyze and Secure transportation capacity across all MLF network.
• Holistic understanding of ML transportation network in effort to find cost savings & efficiencies.
• Monitor and track carrier performance, ensuring service KPIs are consistently met.
• Conduct periodic meetings with the MLF Transportation Planning team and internal stakeholders to address variances, opportunities, and issues.
• Set up and facilitate regular business review meetings with primary carriers.
• Collaborate with transportation leadership on the development and execution of RFPs/RFQs for 3rd party carriers.
• Manage and follow up on carrier claims, coordinating with QA and relevant departments to ensure resolution.
• Assist in developing and maintaining 3rd party carrier SOPs and carrier guides.
• Provide analytical support during the budgeting cycle.
• Conduct monthly variance and trend analysis.
• Support various cost-saving projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide vacation and backup coverage for other analyst roles as needed.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of KPIs and scorecards.
• Maintain an accurate freight rate database.
• Foster collaborative relationships with distribution teams and third-party service providers.
• Recommend and support continuous process improvements.

What You’ll Bring:

• Strong knowledge of distribution, transportation, and freight costing
• 3-5 years of Logistics experience including warehouse & transportation with a large organization with multiple profit centers
• Knowledge of US Freight Customs, USDA Border cross process would be an asset
• Professional designation (e.g.: CITT, P.Log) or other related courses would be an asset
• Demonstrates strong team player
• Strongly aligned with Maple Leaf Values
• Superior oral and written communication skills
• Exceptional analytical skills with ability to provide insight
• Strong problem solving, prioritization & organization skills with the ability to manage multiple projects with strict timelines
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Strong interpersonal skills that allow for informal and formal networking across the organization
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Excel
• Functional capability with SAP, BEX, BI is an asset

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at accommodations@mapleleaf.com.

Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.