Senior Manager, Logistics - Western Canada

About Us !

As part of the largest baking company in the world, Bimbo Canada is a leading producer and distributor of packaged fresh bread, bakery products and snacks. We produce and distribute more than 1,000 products across; 18 brands Canadians know and trust, like Dempster's®, Villaggio®, POM®, Bon Matin®, Stonemill®, Natural Bakery®, Takis®, Thomas'®, Little Bites™, Vachon®, Hostess® and more.

In business for more than 110 years, the company operates 15 bakeries and employs approximately 4,000 associates across Canada. Bimbo Canada creates value by being at the forefront of manufacturing and service delivery innovation in the baking industry through the continued improvement and refinement of its supply chain network while serving major grocery chains, retail outlets and foodservice operations across Canada.

At Bimbo Canada, we’re more than just a bakery - we’re a family dedicated to baking delicious moments for millions. Our beliefs are the foundation of our success, and we’re looking for people who share our commitment to excellence.

Join us in shaping the future of Logistics in Western Canada. This is a high-impact leadership role driving operational excellence, productivity, and margin enhancement across a dynamic region. You will lead a diverse team and influence strategic initiatives that strengthen our end-to-end supply chain and deliver exceptional results for both internal and external customers—while ensuring the highest standards of safety and product quality.

Position Overview:

As a key member of the regional leadership team, the Senior Manager, Logistics – Western Canada will oversee logistics and distribution operations across Western Canada, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and continuous improvement. This role manages 4 distribution centers in Manitoba, Alberta, and British Columbia, with responsibility for 5 direct reports, 17 salaried associates, and 120 hourly team members in unionized and non-unionized environments.

The Leader will champion change management initiatives as we transition to an automated, Oracle ERP-supported environment, fostering collaboration and driving elevated performance.
Success requires strategic thinking, influential leadership, collaborating with cross-functional teams (particularly Field Sales and Operations) and a relentless focus on safety, productivity, cost optimization, customer satisfaction, and uncompromising safety and quality standards

Key Responsibilities:Experience & Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field required; advanced training or certifications preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive supply chain experience in CPG, food and beverage, or similarly high-volume industries.
• Proven leadership of unionized hourly teams and salaried professionals, with strong engagement, coaching and development skills.
• Demonstrated success in P&L ownership, budget management, cost controls, and margin improvement through productivity initiatives.
• Strong customer-facing capability and ability to represent the company externally
• Experience collaborating with Manufacturing, Forecasting, Sales, Customer Service, and Planning partners
• Proven experience in leading successful implementation and adoption of enterprise systems (ERP, WMS, TMS), including integration, user training, and change management to ensure operational efficiency, real-time visibility, and sustained utilization
• Technical proficiency: WMS/TMS experience required; Oracle ERP preferred
• Certifications: APICS/ASCM CSCP, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt+ preferred
• Skilled in Lean and Agile methodologies, Value Stream Mapping, and FMEA
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
• High business acumen with analytical and systems expertise

Growth Opportunities: Bimbo Canada is committed to personal and professional growth. We offer training, development, and advancement opportunities both domestically and internationally.

Innovation: Be part of a company that constantly innovates in the food industry. Your work will contribute to creating delicious products loved by millions.

The Bimbo Way: We believe in the special dignity and value of the human person. We believe that as people we form one community and we believe that this community is focused on getting results. We do this by competing and winning in the market with superior quality in everything we do. We believe in being sharp operators; that is, being very, very good at what we do, and always acting with integrity so that as a company we can transcend and endure for a very long time. That’s the Bimbo Way.

We are incredibly proud of our distinction as one of Canada’s Most Admired Cultures by Waterstone Human Capital. This recognition is a reflection of how strong, people-first culture drives exceptional performance and sets us apart as industry leaders. Bimbo Canada was also named one of the 2024 Best Places to Work by Canadian HR Reporter (CHRR)! This tremendous honour recognizes our commitment to creating an outstanding workplace for our associates.

If you are ready to join a company that values its associates and bakes delicious moments every day, apply today!!

Your journey with Bimbo Canada starts here.

We thank all interested applicants, but only those selected will be contacted. Please note all offers of employment at Bimbo Canada (Formerly Canada Bread Company Limited) are conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-hire background check (including but not limited to criminal history, reference, credit and/or physical demands checks) as appropriate for the role and as permitted by law.

Bimbo Canada is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to building a diverse workplace that promotes diversity, equity and belonging in the workplace, and encourages applications from qualified people of all genders, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. We welcome applications from all interested individuals; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job seekers with disabilities who require accommodation during the recruitment process, or would like more details about accessibility, should contact Bimbo Canada Accessibility at .