Manager, Commercial Logistics, Supply Chain

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Spearhead the promotion and sales of the DP World Freight Forwarding Service throughout Canada.

• Enhance customer value while supporting the Port and Terminal operations.

• Oversee the execution of trading strategies for each business unit in Canada.

• Formulate plans to implement the DP World Canada Freight Forwarding strategy, which encompasses logistic parks, NVOCC/3rd Party Logistics, short sea shipping, and the full suite of DP World Freight Forwarding offerings.

• Engage with cargo owners to foster strong relationship management in collaboration with the Commercial team, concentrating on face-to-face customer engagement.

• Identify new business operations, evaluate their contributions to the organization, and coordinate the necessary resources for service implementation.

• Analyze financial and economic factors to uncover trade opportunities and assess associated risks.

• Collaborate with senior management by delivering updates and solutions regarding the business implications of various projects.

• Support the development of pricing models and financial structures for DP World Freight Forwarding services to evaluate the profitability of future business prospects.

⛳️ Requirements

• A degree in business, commerce, or a related discipline, complemented by knowledge in economics and quantitative analysis.

• At least 5 years of general management experience in a similar role at another 3PL, with an NVOCC license being a distinct advantage.

• Proven track record in managing key stakeholder relationships, including shareholders and external government entities.

• High-level analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving capabilities.

• Demonstrated business acumen and familiarity with handling complex commercial contracts.

• Strong dedication to client service excellence, with the ability to foster robust relationships.

• Proficiency in statistics, macro-economic trend analysis impacting the business, business metrics, and foundational financial principles.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including the capacity to influence, negotiate, and deliver formal presentations.

• Understanding of strategic planning processes, with the ability to develop both short and long-term project plans while managing project financial costs.

• Fluent in English.

• Previous work experience in Canada or direct experience with Canadian industries is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus.

• Generous vacation time alongside paid flex days and volunteer days.

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits starting on the first day of employment.

• Annual health/lifestyle spending account.

• Defined contribution pension plan.

• Employee wellness initiatives.

• Internal training and learning opportunities.

• Support for professional development.

• Extensive extended health benefits plan.

• Lifestyle spending account.

• Pension plan with employer contributions.

• Retirement savings plan.

• Competitive total compensation packages.