GM Transport Atlantic

About the Company

For more than 160 years, Labatt has created enduring bonds with consumers as they share memorable experiences while enjoying iconic brands like Alexander Keith's, Labatt Blue, Budweiser and Stella Artois .

Labatt employees share the dream of becoming the best, most profitable beer company in a better world with their Anheuser-Busch InBev colleagues worldwide. From Newfoundland to British Columbia , Labatt's 3,000 employees brew about 60 local and world-known beers. Anheuser-Busch InBev is the leading global brewer, managing a portfolio of more than 200 brands.

Labatt is one of Canada 's most recognized brands and most respected corporations. We take responsibility for improving the world where we do business, and together we find ways of putting social responsibility into action. We're also committed to building a company for the long-term with a legacy to be proud of - for the people who work for us and with us; for future generations and the environment; and above all for our consumers.

• Responsible for the daily management of the Fleet and Delivery operations in the 4 Atlantic provinces, with 3 different distribution systems. Create and post shipping log daily assigning drivers to their daily activities. Ensure all T2 fleet transport requirements are met.
• Manage all third-party carrier operations for loads originating in the region. Tasks include load tendering, load follow up to ensure loads are picked up/delivered, monitoring and managing performance.
• Direct support for regional customers by communicating and leveraging technology to ensure a customer centric mentality.
• Support Brewery Operations. Ensure transport requirements are met. Ensure full goods shipments are picked up and delivered where required.
• Continuously manage cost and look for opportunities to improve across entire transport network.
• Expectation of the role is to have a strong understanding of the Transport budget and actual performance. This should allow for proactive identification and implementation of cost improvement opportunities. Delivery of overall market unit/total Canada logistics costs.
• Proactively lead and execute the safety and environment programs within all staging facilities to ensure a safe and productive working environment for all employees.
• Active leadership and participation in the Innovation program within the site operations.

• Education: University degree, preferably in Business, Logistics, Engineering or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience: broad supply chain Logistics background, including direct experience working in the warehouse operations within a unionized workforce. Experience working in a high volume production environment with the ability to meet deadlines in a highly energized environment.
• Technical Competencies: demonstrate high attention to detail, proven ability to define, implement and execute leading practice processes in a warehouse/manufacturing environment. A proven track record of achievement, solid technical skills and reputation as a leader of change.
• Strong interpersonal capabilities, and able to work cross-functionally throughout the operation. Proven ability to build collaborative relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
• Excellent computer, analytical and problem solving skills. Excellent training and presentation skills with solid communication capabilities and practices, both oral and written.