Transportation Specialist

Sporting Life Group; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package including health, dental, and vision

Employee discounts at stores

Team-first culture and hybrid work environment

Job summary

A retail sports company in Vaughan is seeking a Transportation Specialist to coordinate and manage all Supply Chain Transportation activities. You will ensure timely delivery of goods by collaborating with carriers and internal teams, while focusing on operational efficiency. The ideal candidate has a BS/BA in Business Administration, 2–4 years of experience in logistics, and strong analytical skills. The position offers a salary range of $65,000 to $70,000, plus a bonus and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain.
• CITT designation is considered an asset.
• Experience working with customs brokers and international transportation processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound and outbound freight, ensuring timely delivery.
• Maintain relationships with carriers to ensure service levels.
• Support communication with internal and external partners.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

BS/BA in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

Sporting Life Group is a proudly Canadian family of retail banners, Sporting Life, Golf Town, and Team Town Sports, united by a shared passion for sport and active living.

From individual pursuits to team sports, we offer the best equipment, expert services, and experiences to help Canadians play, move, and live well.

Why Work Here?

• Access to our benefits package, with the choice of different levels of health, dental, and vision coverage to suit you.
• Employee discounts at Golf Town, Sporting Life, and Team Town Sports that are shareable with friends and family.
• Team-first culture that celebrates an active, sports lifestyle.
• Fun, fast-paced hybrid environment where your passion for sport and style belongs.
• Vendor Pro Deals and expert product training to fuel your knowledge and performance.
• A salary range of $65,000 - $70,000 (dependent on experience), bonus, and opportunities to grow your career in the sports lifestyle.

What You’ll Do;

As the Transportation Specialist, you will support the execution and coordination of all Supply Chain Transportation activities across Sporting Life Group banners.

Within this role, you will focus on ensuring timely, cost-effective delivery of goods by working closely with carriers, vendors, and internal stakeholders, while contributing to process improvements and operational efficiency.

• Coordinate inbound and outbound freight, final mile delivery to customers, and customs documentation and processes.
• Support communication and coordination with internal teams and external partners to ensure smooth transportation operations.
• Maintain relationships with ground and ocean carriers to help ensure consistent service levels.
• Assist in managing 3rd party providers, including transportation, freight payment, customs brokers, and distribution partners.
• Collaborate with Merchant Team, Vendors, Order Management, Customer Service, and Supply Chain teams to support transportation execution.
• Support peak planning activities and capacity tracking based on business needs.
• Assist with RFP processes by gathering data, preparing documentation, and coordinating vendor communication.
• Work with Finance to provide accurate data for freight payment and reporting.
• Monitor adherence to service level agreements and escalate issues as needed.
• Investigate and help resolve transportation-related issues from internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the implementation and documentation of transportation processes for domestic and international shipments.
• Track transportation metrics and assist in analyzing data to identify performance trends.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service levels and reduce costs.

What You’ll Bring;

• BS/BA in Business Administration or related field; plus 2–4 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain
• CITT designation considered an asset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Experience working with customs brokers and international transportation/logistics processes
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Strong organizational and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Basic negotiation and coordination skills

Sporting Life Group Limited is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, please advise the Sporting Life Group Human Resources team of any accommodations required to ensure fair and equitable access through the recruitment and selection process.