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Job Summary
The Director of Transportation provides strategic and operational leadership for transportation across a regional network. This role is accountable for optimizing cost-to-serve, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering reliable service performance while leading teams and managing carrier and fleet operations.
This role oversees a team of leaders, executes strategy at the regional level, and drives cross-functional results.
Key Responsibilities
Lead regional transportation strategy execution to optimize cost, service, and operational performance
Oversee fleet operations and third-party carrier relationships, including contract negotiation and performance management
Partner with Distribution Operations, Customer Service, Finance, HR, Legal, and Quality to drive aligned outcomes
Ensure compliance with all transportation regulations and company policies
Own and manage the regional transportation budget, identifying opportunities to improve cost-to-serve and financial performance




Drive implementation of national transportation initiatives and ensure alignment with customer delivery expectations
Establish and monitor KPIs related to cost, service, and network performance
Lead and develop a team of managers and individual contributors, fostering a high-performance, engaged culture
Act as an escalation point for complex operational issues impacting service, cost, or delivery performance
Translate strategic priorities into actionable plans and ensure successful execution across the region
Travel up to 20%
Qualifications
Minimum
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, or related field
10+ years of progressive experience in transportation, logistics, or distribution, including leadership experience
Proven experience managing transportation operations, carriers, and cost-to-serve performance
Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and driving cost efficiency
Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and lead cross-functional initiatives
Preferred
Post-graduate certification (e.g., CITT)
Experience in regulated industries (e.g., pharmaceutical distribution)
Direct-to-store delivery (DSD) or last-mile transportation experience
Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and routing optimization tools
Experience in fleet management and carrier sourcing




Bilingual (English/French) an asset.
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at Mc Kesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with Mc Kesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at Mc Kesson, please click here.
Our Base Pay Range for this position
$132,900 - $221,500
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📌 Director of transportation (Edmonton)
🏢 McKesson
📍 Edmonton