Logistics Operations Associate (Open to New Graduates) (Manitoba)

Logistics Operations Associate (Open to New Graduates) (Manitoba)

11 Aug
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Wonderbrands
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Manitoba

11 Aug

Wonderbrands

Manitoba

Job Posting
Company

Wonderbrands, is a leading Canadian bakery with 140 years of experience in baking packaged breads. We are the makers of Wonder Bread, Country Harvest, D’Italiano, Gadoua, and Casa Mendosa. We have a network of 14 Bakery Manufacturing facilities across Canada.

Our Program:

Do you have a passion to innovate and a desire to challenge the status quo? We are seeking individuals interested in starting a career in an organization that offers opportunities to work in a fun, stimulating, and dynamic environment as a Logistics Operations Associate.

We want to help you unleash your full potential! Our Wonderbrands Next Gen Talent Program is designed for high-potential professionals, with an objective of training the next generation of leaders and developing our home-grown talent. We create secure and inclusive spaces that encourage you to be you. The result is an agile workplace, filled with Team Members that have a relentless obsession with continuous improvement and an entrepreneurial spirit.

Come join us on our journey to become the world’s great baker!

What Wonderbrands Offers:

We believe in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training; Unleashing Your Potential

Many of our team members who joined us through similar “new graduate” programs were able to accelerate their career growth and reach high levels in our organization within a few years of joining us

Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible Medical/Health spending account

Employer matching Pension program

Tuition reimbursement

Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.

Summary

This position is responsible for overseeing Wonderbrands’ transportation and logistics operations, including day-to-day admin activities, load planning, tendering load on TMS, coordinating with carriers, inventory management, data management, and the continuous optimization of the distribution network. This role requires the management of third-party logistics (3PL) carrier and vendor relationships to ensure service excellence and operational efficiency.

Training Schedule: Training will take place Monday through Friday.

Work Schedule: Upon completion of training, the team member will transition to a schedule consisting of 4 weekdays and 1 weekend day each week. The team member will always receive 2 consecutive days off. Depending on operational requirements, schedules may include:

Tuesday to Saturday, with Sunday and Monday off, or

Sunday to Thursday, with Friday and Saturday off.

Primary Responsibilities

Plan and execute Fresh & Frozen movements in the transportation network

Collaborate with Wonderbrands Bakeries & DCs on load readiness & delivery times

Process carrier rates and invoices in TMS (e2open/BlueJay)

Monitor & escalate carrier performance issues, as necessary

Monitor carrier lane rates,



addressing rate increases as required

Support other functional units as required – manufacturing, supply planning, logistics, procurement, etc.

Maintain accurate reporting for various transportation KPI’s – shunting, utilization, carrier delivery performance, etc.

Coordinate the allocation and movement of assets between locations based on demand, capacity, and priorities.

Monitor and maintain appropriate inventory levels to support uninterrupted operations, while minimizing excess

Analyze, design, and optimize the distribution network to improve service levels, reduce costs, and increase efficiency

Implement processes and controls to track asset utilization, minimize shortages, and reduce excess inventory.

Process trailer repair and rental invoices, and other carrier service invoices

Create purchase orders in accordance with company policies and contractual agreements.

Manage fleet compliance including annual trailers safety, preventative maintenance, plates and insurance documents.

Manage transport fleet utilization via GPS tracking

Manage transport of trays to ensure all bakeries are supplied with adequate quantities based on requirements

Identify opportunities to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) and automation tools into transportation and logistics processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making.

Establish and maintain strong relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) carriers and vendors, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations and performance standards

On call coverage/weekend coverage, if required

All other duties as required

About You:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field

2+ years of experience in multi-facility transportation, logistics, or supply chain organization

Financial acumen with demonstrated experience in budgeting, cost control, and invoice reconciliation.

Proven ability to manage relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) providers, carriers, and vendors.

Proficiency in ERP and TMS systems; advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and data analysis required.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities

FGF Group Competencies:

Adaptive Intelligence - Team Members respond effectively to challenges by evolving their skills, mindset, and approach.

Flexibility, Agility, Adaptability :



Thrives in dynamic environments by embracing continuous change. Quickly adjusts to new priorities and actively seeks innovative solutions. Uses setbacks as opportunities for growth and applies a relentless focus on improving outcomes. Approaches challenges with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset and openness to feedback.

Calculated Risk-Taking : Makes strategic decisions by evaluating options and creating contingency plans.

Collaborative Intelligence - Team-oriented intelligence empowers teams to unlock collective strengths and achieve results through synergy and mutual trust.

Team First and Collaboration : Engages with Team Members and colleagues, builds relationships, and fosters an inclusive, innovative workplace.

Entrepreneurial Intelligence - Equips Team Members to identify opportunities, overcome setbacks, and move ideas to execution effectively.

Continuous Improvement : Drives innovation and optimizes processes to enhance quality and productivity.

Customer and Product Focus : Addresses need proactively with accountability and a solution-oriented mindset.

Fierce Execution : Achieves results with a strategic and hands-on approach, learning from mistakes and building trust.

Leadership Competencies

Inspire & Energize Team Members

Continually inspires and develops Team Members and promote cross-functional collaboration.

Supports, shared knowledge and experience with your Team through authentic conversations and development planning

Communicates transparent expectations

Uses insight and knowledge to influence others

Understands and acknowledge differences and modifies style to support unleashing potential

Demonstrates patience and empathy, while listening

Create Winning Relationships

Inspire enthusiasm & commitment by communicating a clear path to success

Empowers others by delegating and providing support and opportunities for growth

Identifies, raises and resolves conflict

Builds trust and models the “Coach Approach”

Entrepreneurial Leadership

Encourages informed risk-taking and supports learning from outcomes.

Creates an environment where your team enjoys working hard while having fun

Provides feedback to reinforce results

Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.

In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current existing vacancy within our organization.

We affirm that our hiring process, including candidate screening, evaluation, and selection, does not involve the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) or automated decision-making tools. All assessments and decisions are conducted by qualified human professionals to ensure fairness, transparency, and compliance with Bill 149.

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📌 Logistics Operations Associate (Open to New Graduates) (Manitoba)
🏢 Wonderbrands
📍 Manitoba

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