Directeur, Maritime / Manager, Ocean

Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a manager to oversee operations in Montreal. The role includes creating business plans, managing teams, and improving productivity while fostering relationships with vendors. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience and strong leadership attributes, contributing to a collaborative environment focused on growth.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Health plan (medical, dental, vision)

Life insurance

RRSP retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Training and personnel development programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of industry experience.
• Minimum 3 years of team management experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain effective department organization chart.
• Monitor and improve departmental productivity.
• Support product and manage vendor relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Strategic planning

Education

University or equivalent business qualifications

Job description

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“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder

Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.

Organic Growth – Expeditors promotes from within. As a shining example, our CEO started as an entry level employee in our San Francisco office 31 years ago.

• 15,000 trained professionals
• 250+ locations worldwide
• Globally unified systems

Job Description

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• Create and maintain an effective department organization chart, designed for flexibility and growth.
• Prepare, execute, monitor, and update the department business plan regularly.
• Monitor and improve key departmental productivity.
• Review and support day-to-day quotations.
• Support product with checking local charges and agreement quotes to minimize potential branch losses.
• Have thorough knowledge of the Ocean Import product.
• Plan and support huddles and monthly meetings to discuss market intelligence and delegate workloads within the team.
• Attend weekly branch sales meetings and facilitate discussions on Ocean Import with market updates and trends.
• Take an active role in transitioning new business and updates to existing business.
• Be open to implementing new system changes and enhancements into your department.
• Suggest system/process improvements.
• Grow department revenue in line with district budget targets and management expectations.
• Support BNP, AJAX, CLH, and internal financial reports to ensure accurate financial accounting.
• Maintain positive relationships with the Trade Compliance Manager and support compliance efforts and trainings.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors (shipping lines, trucking companies, and others).
• Conduct staff appraisals and one-on-one meetings timely, in line with the 3+1 Initiative.
• Assist supervisor and key staff with goal setting and development monitoring.

Qualifications

• Leadership

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• Minimum 7 years of Expeditors’ or industry experience
• Minimum 3 years of team management experience
• University or equivalent business qualifications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Leadership and change management skills
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strategic planning abilities

Additional Information

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Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

• Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time
• Health plan: medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
• Life insurance
• RRSP retirement savings plan
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Training and personnel development programs

Expeditors Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). If you require accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please contact Employee Relations at [emailprotected].