National Transportation Planner

Purolator; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Purolator is seeking a National Transportation Planner in Etobicoke, ON to lead transportation planning activities and optimize network performance. You will manage master data readiness, holiday planning, and coordination with linehaul vendors while supporting budgets and RFP processes.

The role requires a university-level background in transportation planning or related field, with at least seven years in logistics.

Qualifications

• University degree in transportation engineering or planning or in business administration or equivalent
• Minimum seven (7) years in transportation, logistics and/or supply chain with analytical and presentation/communication skills

Responsibilities

• Maintain and conduct National Network Master Data readiness using forecasted reports to optimize Purolator’s Network Accuracy
• Coordinate Holiday Planning activities for internal and external parties in the Transportation Network
• Provide support for driver run coverage when required
• Maintain relationships with external ground linehaul vendors
• Provide Domestic FTL coverage for national requirements for TL customers
• Support Ground Linehaul RFP processes
• Lead Purolator peak season linehaul scheduling and budgetary requirements
• Implement cost saving opportunities for Linehaul network
• Coordinate winter recovery and bypass plans
• Support engineering and network planning projects to drive innovation
• Review schedules for long term detours due to construction or weather
• Increase capacity in E-Commerce integration into Purolator network
• Expand use of Long Combination Vehicles (LCVs) for efficiency
• Demonstrate ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Stay organized and manage time effectively
• Work independently with minimal supervision

Skills

Analytical thinking

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Transportation engineering/planning degree

Business administration degree

Job description

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National Transportation Planner

Date: 1 Oct 2026

Location: Etobicoke, ON, CA, M9W 7C3

It’s not a package. It’s a promise®.

As Canada’s leading integrated freight, package, and logistics provider, we’ve been helping promises get where they need to be for more than 60 years. How does the magic happen? The journey starts with you. The places we go, the elements we brave, the promises we deliver – it’s all possible because of our people. So, whether you’re looking to build new skills, make an impact in your community, or inspire your team, we go there for you.

Description

Responsibilities of the National Transportation Planner include but are not limited to:

• Maintains and conducts National Network Master Data readiness using forecasted reports to optimize Purolator’s Network Accuracy to adjust trips based on fluctuations of daily volume
• Responsible for all Holiday Planning activities for internal and external parties in the Transportation Network
• Provides support for driver run coverage when required
• Supports onboarding and maintains relationships with our external ground linehaul vendors
• Provide Domestic FTL coverage for all national requirements for our TL customers
• Ground Linehaul RFP support throughout full process
• Responsible to prepare and lead all Purolator peak season linehaul scheduled requirements
• Responsible for transportation budgetary requirements
• Coordinate Protect from Freezing activities with operational terminals and external carriers
• Implement and execute cost savings opportunities for Purolator’s Linehaul network
• Define and implement winter recovery and bypass plans
• National disaster recovery plans when necessary
• Responsible for improving and maintaining all Network Planning KPIs including Trailer Utilization, On-Time Departure, On-Time Arrival, ECHO Compliance and Carrier Check-In trends by creating and presenting a performance plan based on schedule/cost analysis improvements
• Pursue alternative greenhouse emission efficiencies to improve environmental impact
• Evaluates the legality of current and proposed transit infrastructure
• Coordinate, communicate, and support the implementation of engineering and network planning projects that improve industry innovation
• Review and assess impact to schedules that are long term linehaul detour plans due to construction, unexpected events, traffic impacts and weather conditions
• Increase capacity within the E-Commerce landscape, facilitating integration into the Purolator linehaul network
• Expand and arrange the use of Long Combination Vehicle (LCVs) for improved efficiency and productivity in the Purolator network
• Demonstrate ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional organization and time management to prioritize tasks accordingly
• Able to work and plan independently with little supervision
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Occasional travel to other Purolator locations may be required

Experience

• Completion of a University program in transportation engineering or planning, business administration, or any combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent
• Minimum seven (7) years of experience within Transportation, logistics and/or supply chain industry that demonstrates knowledge of analytical and independent thinking with presentation and communication skills

Language Requirement: Proficiency in English is required for this position due to the frequent communications that must be conducted in English with various stakeholders. This requirement is justified by the nature of the responsibilities and operational needs.

POSTING DETAILS
Location: 576 - NHO
Working Conditions: Office Environment

Reports to: Manager National Transportation Planning
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Purolator is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all qualified applicants and provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request.

Purolator complies with Canadian law in all recruitment practices. During pre-screening, we may use an Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool, supported by human oversight, to efficiently manage tasks such as resume screening and candidate matching, enabling our team to connect with qualified candidates faster.

We recognize that employees and their families are essential to our success. We strive to provide a safe, healthy, and supportive workplace, ensuring the right people have the tools they need to thrive.

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