Logistics Manager

Lassonde; Rougemont; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food and beverages company in Canada is looking for a Logistics Manager to optimize supply chain efficiency. This role requires a bachelor’s degree, over 5 years of logistics experience in the CPG industry, and proficiency in logistics systems. The successful candidate will lead daily operations, implement strategies to reduce costs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. With a focus on operational excellence, this position offers a competitive salary, a group insurance plan, and numerous employee wellness programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Group insurance plan with employer contributions

Telemedicine services

Employee wellness programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of logistics experience in the CPG industry.
• Strong track record in operational leadership.
• Deep understanding of high-volume distribution.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily logistics operations including transportation.
• Optimize strategies to reduce costs and maintain service excellence.
• Analyze logistics KPIs to enhance operational performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align logistics with business goals.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Implement logistics technologies to improve operations.
• Forecast demand and manage capacity planning.

Skills

Bilingual (French/English)

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Adaptability

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Reporting to the Director – Logistics Canada, the successful candidate will play a key role in optimizing supply chain efficiency. This position is responsible for ensuring timely delivery, cost optimization and seamless coordination of warehousing, transportation and distribution functions.

Job advantages

• A competitive salary with opportunities for advancement and career development.
• Access to a group insurance plan & a pension plan with employer contributions.
• Telemedicine & employee and family assistance programs.
• Recognition & wellness programs for employees.

Key activities

• Lead daily logistics operations including inbound/outbound transportation.
• Optimize freight and distribution strategies to reduce costs while maintaining service excellence.
• Analyze logistics KPIs and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, manufacturing, and sales to align logistics with business goals.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies across all logistics activities.
• Implement and manage logistics technologies (WMS, TMS, ERP) to streamline operations and improve visibility.
• Forecast demand and manage capacity planning to support promotional cycles and seasonal fluctuations.

Required Training And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5 + years of logistics experience in the CPG industry, with a strong track record in operational leadership.
• Deep understanding of CPG supply chain dynamics, including high-volume distribution and retail fulfillment.
• Proficiency in logistics systems and data analytics tools (SAP, Oracle, Excel, Power BI).

Skills sought

• Bilingual (French/English), both written and spoken – essential for communication with English-speaking colleagues, clients, and suppliers across provinces and internationally.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong results orientation and adaptability in dynamic environments.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate plans into swift execution.
• Agile problem solver with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage complex logistics networks under pressure.

Lassonde, all in good taste!

Working at Lassonde is about being involved, giving meaning to your work and doing things right. And that’s because Lassonde takes care of its people. Choosing Lassonde means joining a century-old company founded in Quebec that embodies strong values such as respect and integrity. It also means finding a family spirit at the heart of a North American company, thriving alongside dedicated people and being proud of the tasty, quality products that we offer our clients and consumers. At Lassonde, anything is possible.