Group Manager, Third Party Transport

Responsibilities

• Manage all third-party carrier operations for loads originating in Ontario, including load tendering, follow-up, and performance monitoring.
• Support daily fleet operations in Ontario to ensure all T1 and T2 transport requirements are met.
• Coordinate with Brewery Operations to manage returnable packaging, pallet requirements, and full goods shipments.
• Continuously monitor transport KPIs such as tender acceptance, rate compliance, and on-time delivery to optimize costs and efficiency.
• Manage carrier relationships to ensure compliance with contracts and safe shipping practices at Labatt sites.
• Provide leadership and coaching to unionized transport team members within the Mississauga Warehouse scope.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Procurement, National Logistics, and BSC teams to optimize the transportation network.

Requirements

• University degree in business, industry-related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience leading an operations facility.
• Strong background in logistics and supply chain management.
• Proven ability to manage transport operations in a high-volume, dynamic environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with Transport Management Systems (TMS) and load boards.
• Proficiency with SAP or Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Experience working within a unionized environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits plan covering medical, dental, mental health, life, and disability insurance.
• Retirement plan with generous company-matching contributions.
• Flex credits for healthcare or wellness spending accounts.
• Inclusive family-forming benefits and parental leave top-ups.
• Annual allotment of Beer and Beyond products.

About the Company

Founded over 175 years ago, Labatt is one of Canada’s founding businesses and its leading brewer. We are proud of our heritage and our commitment to brewing high-quality beers through iconic brands like Budweiser, Bud Light, Stella Artois, and Corona. With over 3,600 employees and 10 breweries coast-to-coast, we strive to create a future with more cheers.