Director - Distribution Operations

Beyond Bilingual Inc.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 161,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain management firm is seeking a Director for Distribution Operations in Mississauga, Ontario. The successful candidate will have over 10 years of experience in supply chain management, including strategy development and logistics. This full-time, on-site opportunity offers competitive compensation, inclusive benefits like health coverage, educational assistance, and a vibrant workplace culture. Frequent travel up to 40% across Canada may be required.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental coverage

$1,000/year for mental wellness support

6% Employer Pension Contribution

$400 Annual Fitness & Wellness Reimbursement

Paid Time Off - vacation and community days

Fun & Inclusive Culture with events like BBQs and holiday parties

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Supply Chain Management.
• Proven ability to work with a team of professionals located remotely.
• Demonstrated capability in budgeting, planning and cross-functional relationship building.

Responsibilities

• Support facility projects by providing technical expertise in design, planning, and execution.
• Manage third-party contractors, suppliers, vendors, and assets nationally.
• Develop strategy for inventory management, logistics, and distribution.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Negotiation

Strategic Operations Management

Logistics Management

Education

Undergraduate degree in Supply Chain, Science or Engineering

Job description

Director - Distribution Operations

Full-time, Permanent

Location: 100% On-site working between two locations: Etobicoke and Mississauga, future location

Hours: No set hours for this position

Salary: Up to $190K + 15% Bonus

Travel: Frequent travel up to 40% across Canada

Department: Supply Chain

Reporting Manager: VP, Supply Chain (Note: also reports to Engineering and Facilities Manager)

About Our Client

Our client is seeking a full‑time Director – Distribution Operations. This position will support facility projects by providing technical expertise in design, planning and execution.

Why Join Our Client’s Team?

• Competitive Total Compensation – commensurate with your experience and contributions.
• Day‑One Group Benefits – comprehensive health and dental coverage, plus $1,000/year for mental wellness support.
• 6% Employer Contribution to the company pension plan (bi‑weekly).
• $400 Annual Fitness & Wellness Reimbursement – applicable toward gym memberships, personal trainers, weight loss programs, golf lessons, and more.
• Educational Assistance – support for continued professional and personal development.
• Paid Time Off – vacation, floater, and community days.
• Community Involvement – the company proudly supports organizations such as Canadian Tire Jump Start, SickKids Hospital, Daily Bread Food Bank, and Women’s Habitat.
• Fun & Inclusive Culture – a vibrant workplace that celebrates its people with:
• Company BBQs
• Ticket giveaways to sporting events
• Holiday parties and cultural celebrations
• Food trucks and ice cream day
• Lunch & Learns

Education / Experience

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Supply Chain Management, covering the following areas:
  • Strategy development
  • Systems/ERP
  • Change Leadership
  • Strategic Demand Planning/Forecasting; Inventory Management, Logistics/Distribution Management
  • Strategic Operations Management
• Professional qualifications; minimum Undergraduate degree (Supply Chain, Science or engineering preferred)
• Exposure to different cultures and environments
• Knowledge of Lubricants, Fast‑Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) or special chemical business
• Experience in supply chain fundamentals (transportation, warehouse operations and sales order management)
• Well‑developed skills in leadership, problem‑solving, communications, negotiations and planning
• Experience managing a variety of third‑party contractors, suppliers, vendors and assets nationally
• Proven ability to work with a team of professionals located remotely
• Demonstrated experience with a working knowledge in Logistics Safety, Storage & Handling Operations, Warehouse Operations, and Network Modeling & Optimization
• Demonstrated capability in budgeting, planning and cross‑functional relationship building
• Demonstrated excellence in customer experience management