Business Operations Manager

Cooke Aquaculture Inc.; Stellarton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

RRSP matching program

Paid vacation and holidays

On-site parking

Job summary

Cooke Aquaculture Inc. is seeking a Business Operations Manager in Stellarton, Nova Scotia to lead the Administration team and support trucking operations.

You will report to the Senior VP of Global Logistics and Transportation and drive process improvements, budgeting, and performance analytics. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills, with experience in fast-moving consumer products logistics and a focus on safety, TDG, and transportation

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical skills; proven ability to analyze data and drive improvements.
• 5+ years of progressive Finance or Business Management experience.
• Experience in logistics/distribution, preferably FMCG in fresh/frozen foods.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for Budgeting, Forecasting, and Analytical activities.
• Manage Administration team including Invoicing, Fuel Management and Driver Payroll.
• Work with Transportation Management to develop operational efficiencies and standardize processes.
• Collaborate with Accounting, A/R, A/P and Treasury departments.
• Conduct Business Analytics supporting Operations through Pricing, Initiative Management, and Continuous Improvement projects.
• Identify and implement operational improvements to enhance service and productivity.
• Participate in reviews of KPIs, incidents, audits, and corrective actions.
• Lead Administration team through effective communication and coaching.
• Develop training plans for new and current employees.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Tools

MS Office

Excel

WMS

ERP

TMS

BI

Job description

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Business Operations Manager

CI - Logistics Management Stellarton, NS, CA

Today Requisition ID: 2591

Cooke is a global seafood company with operations in North America, Europe, South America and Australia. Our company’s success is driven by our dynamic, highly skilled, and innovative management team, supported by dedicated employees who live in coastal communities and contribute to the local area’s economy and sense of community.

We are looking for an experienced Business Operations Manager to join our team in Stellarton, Nova Scotia. Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Global Logistics and Transportation, this role will lead our Administration team and play an important part in supporting the day-to-day success of our trucking operations. The ideal candidate is a strong people leader who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, developing their team, improving processes, and finding better ways to get things done. If you’re looking for your next challenge with a growing organization where teamwork and strong family values matter, we’d love to hear from you!

How You Will Contribute

• Responsible for Budgeting, Forecasting, and Analytical activities.
• Manage and monitor the Administration team including Invoicing, Fuel Management and Driver Payroll.
• Work within the Transportation Management team to develop operational efficiencies, standardizing where possible, and manage towards strategic goals.
• Laise with Accounting, A/R, A/P and Treasury departments.
• Conduct Business Analytics supporting Operations through Pricing, Initiative Management, and Continuous Improvement projects.
• Identify and implement operational improvement initiatives that enable enhanced service, financial and/or productivity results.
• Participate in critical reviews of key performance indicators, incidents, audits, inspection and improvement opportunities, resulting in effective implementation of corrective actions.
• Manage Administration team through effective communication, promoting focus via a consistent and fair approach.
• Foster employee growth through objective setting, continual feedback and effective coaching.
• Develop training plans for new employees and ensure all training development plans for current employees are created and completed in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, Transportation of Dangerous Goods regulations, Ministry of Transportation regulations, and safety regulations.

The ideal candidate for this role will have

• 5+ years of progressive Finance or Business Management experience
• Well-honed experience in fast moving consumer products logistics/distribution, ideally with significant time spent in fresh/frozen food logistics would be an asset.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills (both verbal and written)
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in the use of Excel, MS Office, WMS, ERP, TMS and BI database tools are required.

Join our team and enjoy the benefits of full-time year-round employment with competitive rates and a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well-being and career growth.

Benefits Package

• Health Benefits: Includes coverage for dental, vision, and extended medical care.
• Insurance: Life and disability insurance provided for financial security.
• Support Services: Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Financial Planning: Opportunity for RRSP matching to support your retirement savings.
• Time Off: Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave for work-life balance.
• Wellness: Wellness programs and access to on-site gym facilities (available in some locations).
• Career Development: Professional growth opportunities and avenues for advancement.
• Perks: Employee discounts on company products or services.
• Convenience: On-site parking or parking allowance.

Why Cooke? Simple - because we are a company that rewards initiative, resourcefulness, and work ethic. We will champion your growth and provide you with the platform to create your path, your career, and your future.