Assistant General Manager Intermodal and Automotive OperationsJoin CPKC, North America's first transnational railroad connecting U.S., Canada, and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you're not just building a career—you're part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:The Assistant General Manager is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing all aspects of Intermodal and Automotive Operations within a designated territory. Reporting directly to the Vice President, this position provides strategic leadership, acts as the primary escalation point for operational issues, and drives excellence in safety, service, asset utilization, cost control, and team development.POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:Provide visionary leadership to ensure safety, service quality, asset optimization, and cost efficiencyDrive strategic initiatives under the Assistant Vice President's guidance to enhance operational excellenceAct as the primary liaison for intermodal and automotive operations, resolving escalated issues across departmentsLead operational, safety, and project management efforts with a focus on continuous improvementDevelop and implement standardized procedures, policies, and operating practices across the territory to ensure consistent, efficient, and seamless terminal operationsOversee train operations design and execution to promote terminal and network fluidity.Manage performance, career development,



and succession planning for directors and managersServe as "boots on the ground" to address operational hot spots quicklyManage terminal budgets, ensuring accountability for variances and accrualsDirect long-term planning for capital investments and resource allocationConduct capacity planning for staffing, equipment, and resources to support growthNegotiate vendor contracts and lead Request for proposals and procurement activitiesCollaborate with labor relations on collective bargaining agreements and optimize resource allocationPOSITION REQUIREMENTS:Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Transportation, preferred or equivalent industry experience10+ years of progressive leadership experience in transportation, logistics, or intermodal operationsValid driver's licenseValid passport with ability to travel to U.S.Without restrictionsExcellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skillsKnowledge of unionized environments and labor relationsAbility to lead, motivate, and develop both mid-level management and broader teams, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvementCPKC operates 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year; this position does require being on call for escalation calls, decision-making,



and problem-solving during evenings and weekendWHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:Flexible and competitive benefits packageCompetitive company pension and/or retirement plansEmployee share purchase planAnnual fitness subsidyPart-time studies programPRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:Background InvestigationCriminal history checkEducation verificationProfessional referencesDriver's license verification and driving historyPassport verificationBECOMING A RAILROADER:As an employee with a North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.Management Conductor ProgramBecoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.CULTURE OF INCLUSION:For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal chance/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including: women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).Req ID: 105933Department: Network OperationsJob Type: Full-TimePosition Type: Non-UnionLocation: Vaughan, OntarioCountry: Canada% of Travel: 40-50%# of Positions: 1Job Grade: 2AJob Available to: Internal & External#LI-ONSITE#LI-PC1To Learn More About:Conductors/OperationsProfessionalVeteransOpens in a new tab.Opens in a new tab.Opens in a new tab.Opens in a new tab.Opens in a new tab. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Assistant General Manager Intermodal And Automotive Operations (Vaughan)
🏢 Canadian Pacific Railway
📍 Vaughan