Logistics Operations Associate Jobs in Burlington, ON

IntroductionWorking at Wonderbrands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an “entrepreneurial” mindset which encourages all our team members to use their own “creativity” and “out of the box” thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.

Overview

This position is responsible for overseeing Wonderbrands’ transportation and logistics operations, including day-to-day admin activities, load planning, tendering load on TMS, coordinating with carriers, inventory management, data management, and the continuous optimization of the distribution network. This role requires the management of third-party logistics (3PL) carrier and vendor relationships to ensure service excellence and operational efficiency. 

Training Schedule: Training will take place Monday through Friday.

Work Schedule: Upon completion of training, the team member will transition to a schedule consisting of 4 weekdays and 1 weekend day each week. The team member will always receive 2 consecutive days off. Depending on operational requirements, schedules may include:

• Tuesday to Saturday, with Sunday and Monday off, or
• Sunday to Thursday, with Friday and Saturday off.

What Wonderbrands Offers:

• We believe in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training; Unleashing Your Potential 
• Many of our team members who joined us through similar “new graduate” programs were able to accelerate their career growth and reach high levels in our organization within a few years of joining us
• Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible Medical/Health spending account
• Employer matching Pension program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - restaurants, gyms, shopping etc. 

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute Fresh & Frozen movements in the transportation network
• Collaborate with Wonderbrands Bakeries & DCs on load readiness & delivery times
• Process carrier rates and invoices in TMS (e2open/BlueJay)
• Monitor & escalate carrier performance issues, as necessary
• Monitor carrier lane rates, addressing rate increases as required
• Support other functional units as required – manufacturing, supply planning, logistics, procurement, etc.
• Maintain accurate reporting for various transportation KPI’s – shunting, utilization, carrier delivery performance, etc.
• Coordinate the allocation and movement of assets between locations based on demand, capacity, and priorities.
• Monitor and maintain appropriate inventory levels to support uninterrupted operations, while minimizing excess
• Analyze, design, and optimize the distribution network to improve service levels, reduce costs, and increase efficiency
• Implement processes and controls to track asset utilization, minimize shortages, and reduce excess inventory.
• Process trailer repair and rental invoices, and other carrier service invoices
• Create purchase orders in accordance with company policies and contractual agreements.
• Manage fleet compliance including annual trailers safety, preventative maintenance, plates and insurance documents.
• Manage transport fleet utilization via GPS tracking 
• Manage transport of trays to ensure all bakeries are supplied with adequate quantities based on requirements
• Identify opportunities to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) and automation tools into transportation and logistics processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) carriers and vendors, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations and performance standards
• On call coverage/weekend coverage, if required
• All other duties as required

Requirements

About You:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in multi-facility transportation, logistics, or supply chain organization
• Financial acumen with demonstrated experience in budgeting, cost control, and invoice reconciliation.
• Proven ability to manage relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) providers, carriers, and vendors.
• Proficiency in ERP and TMS systems; advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and data analysis required.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities