We are seeking passionate individuals who share our values and are eager to advocate for our mission. The exciting career opportunity of Director of Logistics & Transportation awaits you in the vibrant community of Steinbach.
Director of Logistics and Transportation
Why join our team?
HyLife is a global leader in food processing. Our vision is to be the best food company in the world. Our mission is to take care of our employees, communities, animals, and customers. We are seeking passionate individuals who share our values and are eager to advocate for our mission. The exciting career opportunity of Director of Logistics & Transportation awaits you in the vibrant community of Steinbach.
What we can offer you:
• Competitive Wage
• Vacation in the first year
• Benefits package – dental coverage, vision care, extended health care, & more!
• Secure, stable, and permanent full-time employment
• Employee Referral program – Minimum of $500!
• Free Parking
• Company events
• And more!!!!
Your days will include:
• Setting strategic direction and influencing teams to achieve clear expectations and goals.
• Developing and managing departmental budgets to ensure cost-effective operations.
• Presenting performance metrics to executive management, fostering transparency and accountability.
• Collaborating with Sales, Operations, and Logistics teams to optimize the supply chain process.
• Communicating effectively with external vendors and customers, simplifying complex strategies into actionable plans.
• Ensuring on-time delivery through innovative transportation solutions across various modes.
• Recruiting, training, and mentoring a high-performing Logistics and Transportation team, promoting a culture of collaboration and independence.
• Initiating and overseeing the lane-by-lane freight rate and bid processes to secure best-in-class rates.
• Implementing best-in-class continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
• Working closely with senior leadership to address major challenges and emergencies impacting the supply chain.
To succeed in this role, you must possess:
• A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, MBA, or Logistics/Supply Chain designation (preferred).
• At least 3 years of management experience in Domestic and International Logistics Transportation Supply Chain.
• Experience with road, rail, ocean, and air logistics is preferred.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and freight forwarding processes.
• Proficiency in Excel and Outlook, with an eagerness to learn new systems.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills, along with effective communication abilities.
• A visionary mindset with the capacity to make informed decisions and adapt to change.
• Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement and waste reduction.
• A willingness to travel
Quick Facts:
• Culturally diverse – employ people from all over the world
• Fully integrated facility –Feed Mills, Barns, Transportation, and Production Plant
• 2500+ employees worldwide
• We Care about our employees, communities, customers, animals, and our environment
Ways to apply: Online at http://hylife.com/careers
HyLife has an accommodation process for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation during your employment because of a disability, please contact Jobs@hylife.com. An HR representative will be in touch with you as soon as possible. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and our accommodation policy can be forwarded upon request.
Take the first step towards an exciting career with HyLife – submit your resume today!
We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted