Transportation Team Lead

Why you'll love Canada Cartage

An iconic Canadian company with over 100 years of helping companies grow and succeed in Canada, we provide national dedicated fleet solutions, general freight services, managed transportation, fulfillment & distribution, and home delivery. With a national network of terminals, cross-docks, and distribution centers, we are one of Canada's largest and most trusted supply chain service providers. Driven to exceed customer expectations, and supported by technology and innovation, we bring simplicity to complex logistics challenges.

We work with intelligent and focused leaders who are driven to create an outstanding customer experience in partnership with Canadian leading brands. Canada Cartage is deep rooted in family values with an entrepreneurial culture where ideas are welcomed, growth is fostered and high performance is championed. A recognized thought leader and founded in 1914, Canada Cartage dominates the industry by delivering innovative fleet solutions.

Position Summary

Assists Supervisor in the daily activities of the operation. Involves collaborating with other departments, such as customer service and maintenance, to achieve operational excellence and meet customer expectations. Work closely with leaders, dispatchers, operational staff and drivers to ensure efficiencies are maintained while adhering to customer needs.

Location: 6767 Davand Dr. Mississauga, Ont.

Schedule: 40 Hours Monday to Friday

What you will do

• Maintains workflow, staffing and scheduling to achieve targeted operational and financial results.
• Ensures compliance with operational policies and procedures.
• Resolves routine operational issues.
• Provide guidance and training to operational team to enhance their skills and knowledge in logistics and transportation.
• Foster a safe work environment of empowerment, accountability, respect, consideration, open honest interaction, full participation in team meetings and activities with a winning attitude
• Maintain knowledge of WHMIS, Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, WSIB, and all related governing legislation
• Operating Forklift and dock work as assigned
• Accurately ship and receive product
• Accurately complete documents as required

What You'll Bring

• 3-5 years previous entry level management experience, preferably within a LTL/cross dock environment, with a focus on servicing internal and external customers
• Proven track record of positive coaching, team building, training, and development of direct reports, coupled with a 'hands-on" leadership style
• Demonstrated excellence in customer service and relationship building, while having a sense of urgency, and being enthusiastic, assertive, and highly organized
• Proven ability to influence, motivate, and communicate effectively with team members
• Capable of recognizing opportunities for change, development of process and implementation
• Strong personal attributes such as self-motivation, analytical, capable of working independently
• Experience in a high volume, fast paced LTL/crossdock operations
• Completion of a post secondary diploma, preferably in Supply Chain Management, LTL/crossdock or equivalent work experience
• Must have a valid Counterbalance Forklift Certificate

Along with the following Skills & Competencies:

• Manage Staff Scheduling
• Operations Management
• Workflow Optimization