Group Manager, Transport

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do? COMPANY: Founded over 175 years ago, Labatt is one of Canada’s founding businesses and its leading brewer. We are proud of our history and our heritage in Canada, and we remain committed to brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. Labatt has created exciting experiences with consumers through iconic brands like Budweiser, Bud Light, NÜTRL, Michelob Ultra, Corona, Stella Artois and many more. Through our broad portfolio, we are truly a national brewer, with over 3,600 employees, a portfolio of more than 60 quality beers and beyond, and 10 breweries from coast-to-coast, we are proud to serve Canada and the communities we call home. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Manages the transportation of all inbound raw materials required for production. From suppliers across North America to our breweries, inter-brewery and repack sites located throughout Canada. Main point of contact for all inbound material transportation inquiries and updates Monitors accessorial spend across different sites, including bulk detention and demurrage. Works with breweries to minimize material related disruptions to the production plan. Develops and manages relationship with transportation carriers across all lanes Tracks and reports out on KPIs daily, weekly, monthly and take initiatives for continuous improvement. Reduce cost escalations related to transportation through initiatives such as award carrier compliance and accessorial charge reduction Supports the implementation of transportation technologies such as TMS (BY/JDA), accessorial portal and Track and Trace. Develop plans to ensure compliance with Environment & Safety, HACCP, and Quality teams A diverse position that impacts stakeholders within brewery operations, supply chain logistics, and multiple external stakeholders Operates in a fast-paced environment and requires flexibility to deal with multiple, and sometimes, diverging priorities simultaneously. JOB QUALIFICATIONS Education: University degree preferably in Business, Logistics, Engineering or equivalent professional experience. Experience: 3-5 years Logistics experience in order execution, warehousing, transport, and logistics support. Proven leadership skills, with good business sense. Proven ability to manage interpersonal relationships through the reporting structure. Proven ability to achieve superior results. Ability to lead and develop talent in a changing environment. Proven experience in warehouse and transportation management.  Solid understanding of distribution and customer service, beer industry and all key cost drivers. Technical competencies: budget/financial management, analytical skills, business process design, change management, transportation, warehousing and proficient in computer office applications. Experience with Transportation Management Systems and computer languages such as SQL preferred WHY LABATT:  As one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Labatt is a place where our people can bring out the best in themselves through a collective purpose of creating A Future With More Cheers. We are always looking to serve up new ways to meet life’s moments, dream big to move our industry forward, and make a meaningful impact in our communities. We believe in brewing up a future that everyone can celebrate and share.  BENEFITS Health benefits plan, including competitive coverage for medical, dental, mental health, life, and disability insurance, that can be flexed to fit your needs. Additional flex credits for healthcare or wellness spending accounts Retirement plan with a generous company-matching contribution, and low-fee RRSP & TFSA savings opportunities to help you secure your financial future. Personalized support through an inclusive family-forming benefit, and generous financial support/top-ups for parental leave Access to many wellbeing resources, including Employee & Family Assistance Program support, Webinars, and more.  An annual allotment of Beer and Beyond-Beer products for employees! EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER At Labatt Breweries of Canada, we are an equal opportunities employer, and we are committed to maintaining a welcoming, safe, and inclusive environment for every person – regardless of age, race, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, neurodivergence, or disability status.