Logistics Manager

ABOUT THE ROLE
The GTA Logistics Manager (LM) is to implement logistics, sourcing, inventory management, and customer service strategies for the supply of aggregates. The LM is responsible for planning and executing process optimization and cost saving efforts pertaining to Greater Toronto Area (GTA) logistics business, and supports the development, execution, and measurement of initiatives to support the long-term Eastern Canada Aggregates Logistics strategy. The LM will leverage emerging digital trends to create new offerings for an improved customer delivery experience and develops relationships with internal stakeholders and haulers as a means to drive performance, communicate transparently, and to influence change.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

• Safety: Responsible for the development, execution, and communication of the Lafarge Logistics Road Safety identified in the annual HSEIP. Utilize the logistics team to coordinate and train haulers on our safety procedures. Assist in the management of the Safe Trucking Program and ensure safety compliance and targets zero incidents.
• Financial Management: Deliver continuous gross delivery margin and operating profit improvements. Prepare annual budgets for logistics operations and report on in-year actual performance against the logistics financial ambition.
• Sourcing, Production Planning & Inventory Control: Accountable for the development, communication, implementation, and tracking of inventory and sourcing strategy. Formulate logistic and sourcing strategies, minimize inventory working capital, and maximize customer service through KPI target setting and tracking.
• Performance Optimization and Analysis: Manage the Logistics team to establish competitive and fair freight rates for zone maps, large projects, and annual supply contracts. Coordinate the effective implementation and use of the ECAN TMS system, report on performance KPIs, and recommend optimization opportunities based on data analysis.
• Hauler Management: Establish regular contact with major carriers building win-win relationships to provide the best transportation services at or below market rates, keeping in mind a sustainable trucking cost structure.
• Market Management: Identify other market sources of supply into the respective territory. Continuously monitor market activity, communicate, and recommend any necessary actions. Track aggregate haul industry logistic market players, units, and demand.
• Commercial Growth: Support the GTA Commercial & Logistics Manager by actively building strategic partnerships to support the objectives of the supply organization within the region both internally and externally.
• Strategy and Process: Support the implementation of the GTA Logistics strategy in collaboration with the ECAN Commercial & Logistics Performance Manager, aligning expectations on the implementation of initiatives, tools, and operational efficiency targets.
• Core Fleet Initiative: Champion the GTA Logistics core fleet initiative, model target scale and profitability ambitions, and define and track key utilization and profitability variables and metrics.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviours.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Education & Work Experience:

• Post secondary degree/diploma; Construction industry and/or logistics experience.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong customer focus.
• Results oriented. Disciplined and process oriented.
• Excellent people skills – able to develop effective working relationships internally and externally.
• Strong work ethic. Strong problem solving and analytical skills.

Additional Requirements:

• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests. 

WHAT WE OFFER

• Flexible Health & Dental benefits coverage for you and your dependents, effective day one.
• A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life.
• Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning.
• Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges.
• Easy access to mental health and well-being support.
• Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions.
• Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services.
• Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities.
• Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits.
• An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves.
• A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment
• Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job.

We thank you for your interest. Please note that this posting is for an existing vacancy, and only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  Lafarge is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.

Lafarge Canada Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.