Vice President of Operations - Peterbilt

Brandt; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Learning opportunities

Career growth

Benefits coverage

RRSP/Pension

Job summary

Brandt seeks a VP of Operations to guide strategic priorities and drive performance across branches. You will recruit, develop, and retain talent while ensuring financial health and market growth in a complex, growing Canada-wide network.

The role requires strong leadership, financial acumen, and a track record in the truck and coach industry. On-site role based in Mississauga with extensive travel and executive responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in the Truck and Coach industry.
• At least 5 years in management or business operations.
• Degree or diploma with business focus is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall management, leadership, and supervision for branches.
• Create and execute annual budgets for branches.
• Present to stakeholders including senior management as required.
• Drive sales growth and profitability across the division.
• Manage assets, inventory mix, and market share goals.
• Develop and lead employees for long-term success.

Skills

Financial management

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Travel availability

Education

Bachelor's in business

Business diploma (asset)

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Posting Details

• Posted on September 1, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location

• 1257 Eglinton Ave E
  Mississauga, ON L4W1K7, CAN
• On-site
• Executive - Sr Management
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: VICEP003228

Description

As a member of the Senior Management team, the VP of Operations will participate in the development and execution of the organization's priorities and objectives and will be directly responsible for attracting, developing, and retaining employees, the financial health, market share, and overall performance within their division.

Brandt Truck & Trailers specializes in transportation equipment for the oil & gas, mining, pipeline, construction/infrastructure and environmental industries. We maintain the industry’s largest in-stock selection of new and used heavy -spec tucks trailers and specialized equipment. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years’ of senior management experience within a similar industry. Experience in heavy haul trailers is an asset.

Who We Are

Brandt is a customer driven company, privately owned and family run, strengthened by diversification and succeeding through specialization. We operate over 170 locations across Canada, the USA, Australia, and New Zealand.

For nine decades, the people of Brandt have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with the hardworking people that we serve. And really, there's no place we'd rather be because just like them, it's when we're working hard and getting things done that we're at our best.

Our success is driven by a passionate belief in the unlimited potential of our company and the ultimate success of our customers and we act on that belief every single day.

That's Powerful Value, Delivered.

What You Will Be Responsible For

• Provisionfor overall management, business leadership, development, and supervision for the branches within the assigned area of responsibility
• The creation, execution, and achievement of annual budgets for the branches within the assigned area of responsibility
• Present to all stakeholders, including senior management, as required
• Achieve sales growth and profitability for all areas within the division
• Achieve asset management goals of turn and aging as well as protection of company assets, including but not limited to new and used wholegoods inventory while providing for the right mix of inventory to achieve sales and market share goals
• Management and development of all employees within the Division with the goal of building a motivated and successful workforce focused on long term success for the company, customers and employees
• Establish targets for Managers and evaluate their performance through the use of KPI's as provided by the Company.
• Achieve market share goals as agreed for the long-term success of our manufacturer and the company
• Other duties as assigned

What We Look For

• Good financial understanding along with cost management, business planning and goal setting with management
• A professional and resourceful style; the ability to work independently and as a team player, to lead by example, take initiative, and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Must be flexible and adaptable, and is able to positively impact both strategic and tactical initiatives
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with strong attention to detail and a consistent focus on developing and maintaining good customer relations
• Must possess and maintain a valid passport and be available to travel
• Minimum 10 years in the Truck and Coach industry accompanied with a minimum of 5 years in management and/or business operations experience
• Degree or diploma with business focus an asset but not mandatory.
• Previous sales and product support experience

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation: we offer fair, market-based wages that recognize your skills, experience, and contributions.
• Continuous Learning: through on-the-job training and educational opportunities.
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing company that values initiative and teamwork.
• Comprehensive benefits coverage: including health, dental and more to support your wellbeing.
• Retirement savings programs: Pension and RRSP programs to help you invest in your future.

When you work for Brandt, we work for you. It's as simple as that!