As a member of the Domestic Transportation Operations team at Canadian Tire Corporation, the Team Lead, Domestic Execution will lead a dynamic, quick-paced team supporting Canadian Tire's transportation network across Canada. This leadership role oversees four key functions: Inbound Rail Operations, Vendor Services, Business Analysis, and P44 Movement Superuser Support.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team responsible for Inbound Rail Operations, Vendor Services, Business Analysis, and P44 Movement Superuser support through coaching, performance management, and mentorship

Oversee day-to-day transportation operations and support the efficient movement of inbound freight while maintaining strong service for stores, vendors, carriers, distribution centres, and internal business partners

Act as the business lead for transportation visibility solutions, including P44 Movement, by driving platform adoption, user support, data quality, and continuous improvement

Build and maintain strong relationships with rail providers, carriers, vendors, operational teams, and technology partners to resolve issues and improve service

Lead continuous improvement initiatives that simplify, standardize, automate, and optimize transportation and vendor service processes

Drive AI and automation initiatives that reduce manual effort, improve decision-making, increase visibility, and enhance operational efficiency

Provide leadership for business analysis activities including process mapping, requirements gathering, testing, implementation, training, and change management

Develop and improve operational reporting, dashboards, KPIs, and performance metrics to provide actionable insights and support data-driven decisions





Lead cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives by coordinating stakeholders and resources

Promote a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning

Requirements

Proven leadership experience with a passion for coaching, developing, and inspiring high-performing teams

Strong knowledge of supply chain, transportation, logistics, rail operations, or vendor management

Experience supporting transportation visibility platforms, transportation management systems, or operational technology solutions

Demonstrated success leading process improvement, operational excellence, or transformation initiatives

Experience with business analysis, project delivery, process documentation, requirements gathering, testing, and implementation

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to turn data into actionable insights

Experience developing operational reporting, dashboards, KPIs, and performance measures

Interest or experience in using AI, automation, and emerging technologies to improve operational outcomes

Strong stakeholder management, communication, organization, and prioritization skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis tools

Experience with P44 Movement, transportation management systems, Power BI, automation tools, or AI solutions is an asset

Benefits
Comprehensive benefits and retirement programs, performance incentives, continuing education programs, career growth opportunities, product discounts, and up to $5,000 per year in mental health benefits.

Salary
$64,000 – $85,000 CAD Annual (typical hiring range); broadband up to $106,000 CAD.

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📌 Team Lead, Domestic Execution (Ontario)
🏢 Canadian Tire Corporation
📍 Ontario