Distribution Supervisor

FTAI Aviation Ltd.; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Vacation & holidays

Medical & dental coverage

Wellness & EFAP

RRSP with company match

Job summary

FTAI Aviation Ltd. in Montreal is seeking a Distribution Supervisor to lead daily distribution, shipping, and logistics. You will monitor KPIs, coach a team, and collaborate with Procurement, Inventory, MRO, and Finance to meet operational goals.

The role requires 5+ years in distribution/logistics, 2+ years in leadership, and bilingual English/French, with aerospace experience considered an asset. This is a full-time, on-site position with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in distribution, logistics, supply chain, or operations.
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience working in a unionized environment.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of shipping, freight, customs, and distribution processes.
• Experience using operational data and KPIs to drive performance improvements.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience.
• Aerospace or aftermarket experience is an asset.
• Bilingual English and French.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily distribution, shipping, and logistics activities.
• Monitor workload, service levels, and KPIs, adjusting priorities to meet operational requirements.
• Track distribution performance, including transit times, freight costs, carrier performance, and on-time delivery.
• Ensure shipping records, transportation data, and system transactions are accurate and audit-ready.
• Provide coaching, training, feedback, and performance management support to team members.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Inventory, MRO, and Finance teams to support operational requirements and resolve issues.
• Investigate distribution issues and implement corrective actions to improve performance.
• Support scheduling, attendance management, and workforce planning activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including automation and AI-enabled tools.

Skills

Distribution leadership

Logistics management

Shipping & freight

KPIs & analytics

Team coaching & mentoring

Bilingual English & French

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Experience with shipping, customs processes

Exposure to unionized environments

Job description

ABOUT FTAI AVIATION LTD. (NASDAQ: FTAI)

FTAI owns and maintains commercial jet engines with a focus on CFM56 and V2500 engines. FTAI’s propriety portfolio of products, including the Module Factory and a joint venture to manufacture engine PMA, enables it to provide cost savings and flexibility to our airline, lessor, and maintenance, repair, and operations customer base. Additionally, FTAI owns and leases jet aircraft which often facilitates the acquisition of engines at attractive prices. FTAI invests in aviation assets and aerospace products that generate strong and stable cash flows with the potential for earnings growth and asset appreciation.

FTAI operates globally and has offices in New York, Miami, Montréal, Singapore. Dubai, United Kingdom and Ireland.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Distribution Supervisor is responsible for leading a team supporting distribution and logistics operations, including shipment planning, carrier coordination, transportation performance, and distribution analytics. This role oversees daily activities, ensures products are distributed efficiently and cost-effectively, and serves as the day-to-day link between the team and management. The successful candidate will provide consistent leadership, drive operational performance, support continuous improvement initiatives, and foster a productive and engaged team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate daily distribution, shipping, and logistics activities.
• Monitor workload, service levels, and KPIs, adjusting priorities to meet operational requirements.
• Track distribution performance, including transit times, freight costs, carrier performance, and on-time delivery.
• Ensure shipping records, transportation data, and system transactions are accurate and audit-ready.
• Provide coaching, training, feedback, and performance management support to team members.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Inventory, MRO, and Finance teams to support operational requirements and resolve issues.
• Investigate distribution issues and implement corrective actions to improve performance.
• Support scheduling, attendance management, and workforce planning activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including automation and AI-enabled tools.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in distribution, logistics, supply chain, or operations.
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience working in a unionized environment.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of shipping, freight, customs, and distribution processes.
• Experience using operational data and KPIs to drive performance improvements.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience.
• Aerospace or aftermarket experience is an asset.
• Bilingual English and French.

What we offer you:

• Competitive compensation
• Time to recharge with vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves
• Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage available on your first day of employment
• Virtual Health Care (24/7 access to medical professionals)
• A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free face to face counselling sessions
• Medical Travel Insurance
• Onsite fitness facilities at our main office locations
• A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions on your first day of employment, that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning

Equal Opportunity Statement:

FTAI Aviation is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to excellence in serving all customers, including people with disabilities, and we encourage feedback on the provision of these services.

Language Requirements in Quebec:

Intermediate level knowledge of English is necessary to communicate with other company locations, partners and clients located outside Quebec, and to read, interpret, and produce documentation, correspondence, and reports in English as needed.