Manager, Strategic Planning & Operational Performance

Superior Plus Propane; United States; On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Superior Plus Propane seeks a Manager, Strategic Planning & Operational Performance to shape labour planning, build operational models, and guide analysts delivering consulting-grade insights for delivery efficiency and cost-to-serve improvements across the North American division.

You will lead a team of analysts, translate complex analyses into actionable recommendations, and collaborate with senior leaders in Logistics, Operations, and Finance to drive P&L outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field; MBA an asset.
• 7–10+ years in consulting, FP&A, corporate strategy, logistics strategy, or operational performance.
• Proven experience leading analytical teams.
• Fluency with BI tools and SQL, with the ability to engage directly with data.
• Understanding of logistics, routing, delivery operations, or cost-to-serve drivers.
• Executive-level communication and storytelling capability.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose cost-to-serve drivers and identify logistics optimization opportunities.
• Analyze delivery frequency, routing patterns, and customer storage behaviour to surface actionable efficiency improvements.
• Lead enterprise labour planning by integrating volume forecasts, productivity trends, and operational performance.
• Own and maintain the workforce model, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and cross-functional trust.
• Build models, evaluate scenarios, and conduct deep-dive analyses to support strategic and operational decisions.
• Translate complex analysis into clear narratives and recommendations for senior leaders.
• Lead consulting-style workstreams, structuring business questions and developing hypotheses.
• Connect operational and labour decisions to P&L and cost-to-serve outcomes.
• Develop and mentor a team of analysts, elevating analytical rigor and communication quality.
• Partner with Operations, Service, Network & Fleet, HR, Finance, and IT to validate insights and support execution.
• Establish and track KPIs related to cost-to-serve, delivery efficiency, labour plan accuracy, and operational performance.

Skills

Analytical Leadership

Executive Communication

SQL Proficiency

BI Tools

Cost-to-serve Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field

MBA preferred

Tools

SQL

BI Tools

Job description

Superior Plus is driving a multi‑year transformation of how we plan, deliver, and serve customers across our network. Within this transformation, the Manager, Strategic Planning & Operational Performance plays a critical role for our North American Propane Division, shaping our approach to labour, capacity, and cost‑to‑serve, and turning those insights into decisions that improve operational and financial performance.

You will lead labour planning for the division, build and refine operational models, and guide a team of analysts to deliver consulting‑grade insights that enhance delivery efficiency and cost‑to‑serve. The role provides significant exposure to senior leaders across Logistics, Operations, and Finance, with the opportunity to grow alongside a high‑impact, evolving function.

Culture:

Join a supportive and inclusive work environment where collaboration, respect, and open communication are at the core of everything we do.

Competitive Compensation:

We offer highly competitive compensation and a total rewards package, ensuring that your hard work and dedication are recognized and rewarded accordingly.

Flexibility:

We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer various flexible schedules to help you manage your personal and professional commitments effectively.

Technology:

Work with state‑of‑the‑art tools and technologies that empower you to excel in your role and stay at the forefront of industry trends.

Employee Assistance Programs:

We care about you! You and your family will have access to LYRA, an industry leading platform that provides comprehensive support and a myriad of resources to help support your physical, mental, financial and social well‑being.

Opportunity:

A continuous focus on professional development with many opportunities for training & career growth.

Safety Focused:

We care about you and have developed a 24/7 safety mindset that is showcased throughout every facet of the organization.

What you’ll do:

• Diagnose cost‑to‑serve drivers and identify logistics optimization opportunities through structured analysis and scenario modeling.
• Analyze delivery frequency, routing patterns, and customer storage behaviour to surface actionable efficiency improvements.
• Lead enterprise labour planning by integrating volume forecasts, productivity trends, and operational performance.
• Own and maintain the workforce model, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and cross‑functional trust.
• Build models, evaluate scenarios, and conduct deep‑dive analyses to support strategic and operational decisions.
• Translate complex analysis into clear narratives and recommendations for senior leaders.
• Lead consulting‑style workstreams, structuring business questions and developing hypotheses.
• Connect operational and labour decisions to P&L and cost‑to‑serve outcomes.
• Develop and mentor a team of analysts, elevating analytical rigor and communication quality.
• Partner with Operations, Service, Network & Fleet, HR, Finance, and IT to validate insights and support execution.
• Establish and track KPIs related to cost‑to‑serve, delivery efficiency, labour plan accuracy, and operational performance.

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field; MBA an asset
• 7–10+ years in consulting, FP&A, corporate strategy, logistics strategy, or operational performance
• Proven experience leading and developing analytical teams
• Strong analytical rigor with the ability to build models, evaluate scenarios, and perform hands‑on analysis
• Fluency with BI tools and SQL, with the ability to engage directly with data
• Understanding of logistics, routing, delivery operations, or cost‑to‑serve drivers
• Structured problem‑solving skills and a hypothesis‑driven approach
• Executive‑level communication and storytelling capability
• Financial fluency to connect operational decisions to P&L and cost‑to‑serve outcomes
• High‑ownership, hands‑on leadership style with comfort operating independently and cross‑functionally
• English proficiency is required to support the full North American business
• Legal Authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job opening.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $115,000 - $145,000 a year.

Please note the compensation information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, geographical location, as well as market and business considerations.

Here at Superior Plus Propane, we are an equal opportunity employer committed to the inclusion and accommodation of all individuals, we welcome all qualified candidates to apply. If you have an accommodation need during the recruitment & selection process, we encourage you to connect with us at [e-mail] to let us know how we can enhance your experience.