Logistics Director

You are passionate about transport logistics and distribution.

You are looking for a position in which you will be involved in operations and strategy.

You are a mentor and you are focused on the development of your employees

Join our winning team and apply our values of Innovation, Quality, Customer Focus, Communication, Respect, Thoroughness, Positive Attitude and Fun at Work!

We offer:

• A stable, full-time job.
• A company with 15 3PL warehouses, a distribution center, and two production sites.
• A well-established company with an excellent reputation.
• A Family culture: Feel like part of our family.
• A modern, collaborative work environment.
• A growing company.
• A Complete Group Insurance Program, including telemedicine.
• Corporate events.
• A Wellness program.
• Free on-site parking.
• A pension program with employer contribution.
• Outdoor terrace for summer lunches.
• And more…

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director of Supply Chain, the Logistics Director organizes, directs, controls, and evaluates transportation and distribution operations in North America and overseas. He is involved in all aspects of goods movement. He manages the logistics department, the distribution center and the warehouse.

RESPONSABILITIES

Ground Transport Management:

• To communicate effectively with Canadian and U.S. carriers.
• To negotiate and review transportation rates, including FTL rates.
• To track transportation requests to anticipate needs.
• To update MSDs annually with the new rates.

Maritime Transport Management (import/export):

• To monitor and evaluate freight forwarder performance.
• To analyze shipping rates and select freight forwarders based on cost and performance.
• To manage the maritime export process.
• To approve freight invoices and analyze overload variances.

Customs Management:

• To manage and optimize the Customs Brokers service.
• To manage customs audits and follow up on CBSA and CBP audit requests.
• To document audit fees and refunds requested.

Warehouse management (3PL):

• To optimize the distribution of customer orders among the 15 3PLs.
• To monitor the use of warehousing space by each 3PL.
• To seek out new warehousing opportunities and negotiate contracts.
• To maintain business relationships with each of the 15 3PLs.

Distribution center and warehouse management

• To optimize receiving, warehousing, picking and shipping operations to ensure optimal workflow.
• To improve shipping processes to maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize use of warehouse space.
• To work closely with the plant manager on critical aspects such as transfers, receipts, delays and complaints.

Team Management:

• To recruit, train and supervise Distribution and Logistics Teams.
• To ensure optimal coverage of Operations.
• To develop employee skills through training and development programs.
• To ensure a safe working environment in compliance with company policies and applicable laws.

REQUIREMENTS, QUALITIES AND SKILLS:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Operations and Logistics Management - any combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
• 5 to 8 years' experience in high-volume Distribution and Transportation Field.
• At least two years' experience in Team Management.
• Experience in manufacturing or retail with international sourcing.
• Ability and interest to intervene directly in day-to-day operations to solve problems.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Organizational skills and ability to manage priorities and emergencies.
• Thoroughness and attention to details.
• Experience in multi-site management.
• Spoken and written languages (advanced level): French and English.
• Computer skills: Excel, Outlook, WMS, TMS.

About Metaltech-Omega

METALTECH-OMEGA is a privately-owned Canadian company with two distinct brands, covering two different markets but united by the same components: steel products and the design of new models that elevate these markets to a higher level.

At METALTECH, we develop, manufacture, and sell a wide range of safe, reliable, and innovative products, such as scaffolding, construction site fencing and telescopic ladders. Our products can be found in hardware stores, industrial networks, and rental centers.

At OMEGA II, we manufacture fences with a unique product on the market: welded mesh panels. We are also the pioneer of welded-wire ornamental fencing systems and the pioneer of custom projects in North America.

The masculine gender is used without discrimination and only for the purpose of simplifying the text.

Only selected applicants will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Language:

• French (required)
• English (required)

Work Location: In person