Supply Chain Freight Project Lead (12 Month Contract)

Longos; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Longo’s is seeking a passionate Supply Chain Freight Project Lead for a 12-month contract. This role requires expertise in supplier negotiations and operational optimization to enhance service delivery within the freight network. Ideal candidates possess a degree, strong analytical and negotiation skills, along with retail experience. Join us in transforming our logistics operations while working in an engaging team environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years Retail experience is an asset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Working knowledge of transportation concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Freight Optimization Project for Longo's pickup network.
• Facilitate supplier negotiations to establish competitive rates.
• Analyze existing inbound freight operations to identify improvement opportunities.

Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Post Secondary Degree or Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

We are looking for a Supply Chain Freight Project Lead who is passionate about food and enjoys working in a fast paced, customer service centric, team environment!

Do you have experience as a Supply Chain Freight Project Lead?

Do you have a passion for Supply Chain?

Why not join us?

Position: Supply Chain Freight Project Lead (12 Month Contract)

Job Overview:

Functioning with minimal oversight, this role takes ownership and responsibility for leading the Freight Optimization Project to increase the Longo’s pickup network.

Accountabilities:

Supplier Negotiations

• Facilitate negotiations with suppliers to establish competitive rates and services agreements.

• Develop long-term partnerships with logistics providers to enhance service reliability and efficiency.

Inbound Network Optimization & Cost Management

• Analyse existing inbound freight operations to identify gaps and improvement opportunities.

• Implement tactics to expand the pickup network geographically and capacity-wise.

• Collaborate with suppliers to improve compliance with pickup schedules and reduce delays.

• Monitor freight costs and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising service quality.

• Conduct benchmarking studies to ensure the company’s rates are competitive in the market.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with Supply Chain, Warehouse logistics and Merch teams to align freight activities with business needs.

• Act as liaison between suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth communication and operations.

• Leverage Sobeys freight synergies by working closely with Sobeys Director of Transportation

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:

• Post Secondary Degree or Diploma
• Excellent communication Skills
• Negotiation Skills and working knowledge of transportation concepts
• Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Suite programs is required.
• 1-3 years Retail experience is an asset.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in a standard office environment with participation in meetings
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a changing retail landscape with deadlines

Longo’s is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability.

Note: A qualified job applicant with a disability is one who possesses the required skills, education, experience and training and who can, with reasonable accommodation, perform the essential functions of the position applied for.

If you require accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Coordinator at:

Email: [e-mail]