Transportation Analyst - #438573

The Opportunity: Reporting to the Manager, Maple Leaf Transportation Department, the Transportation Analyst is responsible for continuous communication with carriers, key business stakeholders and leadership to resolve carrier claims and monitor carrier performance and OS&D issues. In addition to the daily execution of this process, the Transportation Analyst will research emerging technology and support continuous improvement projects with analytics and insights.

Role

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by April 01. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration. Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Maintain Maple Leaf Transportation Carriers’ scorecards and performance metrics
• Communicate directly with the carrier community daily
• Process and manage freight claims – from investigation, submission to recovery
• Work with transportation manager to align processes across the network
• Ensure tracking of on time arrival by carrier is accurate
• Set up periodic business & scorecard reviews with core carrier
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships and processes with all carriers and key business stakeholders
• Develop recommendations for technology and process improvement within the broader team
• Participate and initiate various other projects and cost savings initiatives
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

What You’ll Bring:

• 3-5 years of Logistics experience including warehouse & transportation within a large organization with multiple profit centres
• Strong knowledge of distribution, transportation, and freight costing
• Professional designation (eg: CITT, P.Log) or other related courses would be an asset
• Supply Chain Management designation is an asset
• Demonstrated strong team player
• 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 and up the organization
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office
• Functional understanding of SAP TM
• Awareness of emerging trends in transportation related to software
  
  

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 [email protected] .

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.