Senior Specialist, Transportation Management
- Develop a robust, resilient, and cost‑efficient transportation network for PowerCo Canada including the flow of empty container, covering road, rail, intermodal, ocean, air, and parcel logistics.
- Adapt and implement all inbound logistics processes locally based on PowerCo headquarters standards, including defining IT requirements, packaging concepts, and cross‑functional interfaces.
- Plan, establish, and operate the Truck Control Center, including processes for arrival management, slot control, yard management, access control, safety requirements, and digital workflow integration.
- End‑to‑end responsibility for empty container management, including process definition (planning & standards), implementation and system setup and operational control including monitoring and capacity management.
- Technically evaluate and technically discuss with transportation service providers (carriers, shortline railroads, 3PLs, 4PLs), including RFP/RFQ preparation, offer evaluation, and contract compliance monitoring.
- Plan logistics‑related site infrastructure (road and rail) and define requirements for connections to public or third‑party infrastructure.
- Manage and report transport performance, including KPI setup, monthly reporting, transport demand forecasting, long‑term capacity planning, and short‑term mitigation of capacity shortages.
- Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders (PowerCo Canada, Volkswagen Canada, PowerCo HQ) and drive continuous process improvements, prepare management presentations, and execute all logistics rollout‑related activities.
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Logistics / Business Administration / Transport / Supply Chain Management.
- 5-7 years of experience
- In‑depth, proven experience in logistics and transport planning or transport management.
- Experience in packaging planning would be appreciated.
- Experience with planning and operating a Truck Control Center (including Yard Management and Slot Management).
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently in an environment of shifting priorities, timelines and occasional ambiguity
- A global mindset, with a customer driven approach and ability to build trust and relationships
- In addition we offer competitive benefits: our program is flexible to allow you to make the selections and get the coverage you need.
- Pension and Retirement Savings: We contribute to a Registered Pension Plan and matching contribution to a retirement savings plan.
- Employee Assistance Plan: We offer an Employee Assistance Plan which can support you in mental health, physical wellness and overall wellbeing.
- Vacation Allowance: We offer our employees competitive paid time off. Plus, you don’t need to take any vacation days from December 24 to December 31.
- Opportunities for development.
- Relocation Support.
- Opportunities to participate in exciting company events that give back to the community
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