Senior Transportation Supervisor (Mon-Fri, 3pm-11am or 2pm-10pm TBC) (Brampton)

Senior Transportation Supervisor (Mon-Fri, 3pm-11am or 2pm-10pm TBC) (Brampton)

04 Aug
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Martin-Brower of Canada
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Brampton

04 Aug

Martin-Brower of Canada

Brampton

Responsibilities Position Summary: The Senior Transportation Supervisor role will be responsible for directing and overseeing the daily operations of the Transportation department. The incumbent will act as the ‘right hand’ person of the Transportation Manager and will have supervisory authority over the rest of the transportation supervisor team. Within the scope of his/her responsibility, the Assistant Transportation Manager ensures safety is a number one priority through effective daily communications and action plan execution with employees while advocating injury/collision risk management and incident avoidance.

The Assistant Transportation

Manager will be the champion of maintenance, safety, and compliance within the department, and will work closely with the Transportation Manager and supervisors to develop and implement processes, procedures, and initiatives in support of department and site objectives. This position is responsible for managing and directing the day-to-day operations of the transportation department. This includes enforcing compliance with expected policies and procedures, execution of the daily and weekly distribution schedules, providing direction and assistance to supervisors as required, and assisting the transportation manager with strategic functions as required.

Operations Position

Responsibilities may include, but not limited to: Conduct collision and injury incident investigations, determine preventability, and recommend actions to prevent future occurrences

Investigate instances of driver non-compliance with company policies or expectations. Conduct fact findings with drivers and union representatives; determine culpability, issue discipline as necessary

Participate in JHSC and work with members to recommend solutions for outstanding safety issues.

Manage HOS compliance – work with Master Scheduler to determine route feasibility, analyze HOS violations reports, issue coaching and discipline to drivers as required

Understand and enforce DQMP process. Conduct internal audits to verify compliance. Point of contact for external audits

Manage department entries into KMI

Enhance and review Driver Training programs, work with supervisors to coordinate driver training sessions, track completion and compliance

Work with transportation manager to develop and implement department policies,



standardize and document operating procedures

Cross-train with Transportation Supervisors to foster teamwork, understanding of the business challenges and requirements, and provide occasional vacation coverage if required

Support the transportation manager with driver and supervisor hiring process and content development for driver meetings

Participate in budgeting, operational planning, and procurement decisions within the department

Assist the supervisors with coordination of driver bid process Financial Responsibilities Establishes department/DC financial objectives that support their country’s financial objectives

Knows how their department contributes to their country’s overall financial success

Uses financial information and knowledge to analyze options and guide quality decision making

Works closely with the Transportation Manager to develop operational assumptions to be used in the annual department budgeting process

Through daily operational oversight, identify opportunities for financial efficiencies and work with department colleagues to develop and implement innovations and ideas to that end Leadership, Morale, Relationships And Communications Act as a Leader in order to achieve Martin Brower of Canada’s Goals and Objectives

Demonstrate teamwork and maintain a positive attitude

Develop and maintain effective working relationships across the company

Ensure a high level of interactivity to maximize co-operation between all departments

Communicate goals, objectives, strategies, results, and plans

Participate in training, inspection, investigation, and continuous improvement programs

Foster an environment of positive employee relations and employee involvement

Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with the union and its representatives

Ensure the operations follow all Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR), Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and Good Warehouse Practices (GWP)/Good Drivers Practices (GDP)



for transport rules and regulations

Other projects or duties as assigned Qualifications Required Skills and Experience: University degree / College diploma in logistics or equivalent experience

Minimum three to five years progressive transportation experience, with a focus on strong leadership and relationship building skills

Strong leadership and interpersonal skills; ability to work on cross-functional teams

Experience in a high-velocity distribution environment would be a strong asset

Strong work ethic

Excellent time management skills, ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently meet deadlines

Solid, interactive team player

Integrative thinker and excellent problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and presentation skills (verbal and written)

High initiative and self-motivation

Ability to produce accurate and timely reports

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office

Periodically, as required, for travel related to training

This position must pass a post-offer background check Benefits At the Reyes Family of Businesses, our Total Rewards Strategy prioritizes the holistic well-being of our employees. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.

Physical Demands The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees in accordance with applicable law. Requests for accommodation should be directed to your point of contact in the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources departments.

Background Check Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Pay Transparency Our compensation philosophy embraces diverse factors for fair pay decisions, valuing skills, experience, and the needs of our business. Moreover, this role may have the opportunity to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to program rules. Transparency in the use of AI Our recruitment process may utilize artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled tools, such as virtual assistant, to support candidates in exploring job opportunities, initiating applications, and obtaining answers to common questions.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is not used to make final hiring decisions.All employment decisions are made by human reviewers.

📌 Senior Transportation Supervisor (Mon-Fri, 3pm-11am or 2pm-10pm TBC) (Brampton)
🏢 Martin-Brower of Canada
📍 Brampton

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