Sr. Transportation Associate

McKesson; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards program

Annual bonus potential

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

McKesson Canada is seeking a Senior Transportation Associate to support the efficient movement of products across our national distribution network. In this role you will coordinate transportation activities, manage carrier relationships, monitor shipment performance, and help ensure products are delivered safely, accurately, and on time.

The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and customer-focused, with experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain, or freight operations.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of related transportation or logistics experience.
• Experience coordinating shipments and freight movements.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily transportation operations including scheduling, dispatching, tracking, and delivery follow-up.
• Monitor carrier performance and resolve service issues.
• Collaborate with warehouses, customer service, carriers, and suppliers to ensure timely shipments.
• Use TMS and reporting tools to track performance and support decisions.
• Analyze data to identify process improvements and cost efficiencies.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Customer service

Time management

Education

Supply Chain Education

Tools

TMS

ERP systems

Logistics software

Job description

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.

What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

McKesson Canada is seeking a Senior Transportation Associate to support the efficient movement of products across our national distribution network. In this role, you will coordinate transportation activities, manage carrier relationships, monitor shipment performance, and help ensure products are delivered safely, accurately, and on time.

The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and customer-focused, with experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain, or freight operations. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and transportation providers to optimize service, improve efficiency, and support a best-in-class customer experience.

What You'll Do

• Coordinate daily transportation operations, including shipment scheduling, dispatching, tracking, and delivery follow-up.

• Monitor carrier performance, investigate service issues, and resolve transportation-related exceptions such as delays, damages, and delivery discrepancies.

• Partner with warehouses, customer service teams, carriers, and suppliers to ensure timely and accurate shipment execution.

• Utilize Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and reporting tools to track performance, maintain records, and support operational decisions.

• Analyze transportation data, identify process improvement opportunities, and support cost-effective transportation strategies.

• Ensure transportation activities comply with regulatory requirements, company policies, and safety standards.

Basic Requirements

• Typically requires 1+ years of related experience.

• Experience coordinating shipments, freight movements, deliveries, or transportation activities.

• Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.

• Strong communication and customer service skills.

• Ability to prioritize tasks, resolve issues, and manage multiple activities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field is an asset.

• Experience working in a distribution center, warehouse, manufacturing, transportation, or 3PL environment.

• Knowledge of transportation modes, including TL, LTL, courier, parcel, and intermodal freight.

• Experience using Transportation Management Systems (TMS), ERP systems, or logistics software.

• Familiarity with transportation regulations, freight documentation, bills of lading, proof of delivery, and carrier management processes.

• Experience analyzing transportation data, KPIs, and operational reports.

• Bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset.

Physical Requirements

• Primarily office-based or hybrid work environment with regular computer use.

• Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams, carriers, and external partners.

• May require occasional travel to distribution centers, carrier locations, or business meetings.

• Ability to sit for extended periods and perform work using a computer and standard office equipment.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) [e-mail] or (Canada) [e-mail]. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.

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