Job Description

Title: General Manager - Trucking Division
Division: Transport & Warehousing
Location: Nova Scotia, DartmouthA fast growing company with an expertise in last mile delivery, FTL, LTL, storage, distribution, and cross border hauling. As they continue to grow, now looking for a dynamic and results-driven Trucking Manager to join the leadership team in this exciting, newly created role.Looking for a General Trucking Manager who can oversee the business of courier, trucking and warehousing (mainly trucking side of the business). Reporting directly to the owner and working closely with the other managers, the General Manager will play a pivotal role in driving continued success. This is a rare opportunity to shape the strategic direction of a fast-growing company and oversee all aspects of business operations. If you are a seasoned leader with a passion for supply chain and a proven track record of business growth, we'd love to hear from you!Apply: melissa.cumetti@randstad.caAdvantages
- Permanent full time Monday to Friday
- Flexible start/end times
- Salary range depending on experience ~ 100,000 - 120,000
- Growing company with opportunity for internal advancement
- Full benefits medical/dental
- Pension plan package
- Commission packages for signed on new clientsResponsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of strategic business plans to achieve ambitious company goals
- Oversee and mentor our team fostering a high-performance, results-oriented culture
- Analyze financial data and industry trends to guide decision-making and identify growth opportunities
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to expand service offerings and drive business development
- Ensure the company remains compliant with industry regulations and safety standards
- Manage day-to-day business responsibilities, optimizing processes to enhance productivity, efficiency, and profitability
- Build trust and collaboration with key stakeholders, including all government levels, industry associations, and partners across the logistics value chain.
- Guide and support the Board of Directors with strategic insights and updates.
- Lead initiatives to shape policy positions that advance the logistics & warehousing sector.
- Work closely with national and regional partners to present unified, science-based stances on key issues such as labor, sustainability, and safety.Qualifications
- 10 years of Senior management experience in logistics, trucking, warehousing, or a related industry
- Experience with cross-border trucking
- Proven ability to lead business growth and drive operational excellence
- Experience in contracts, proposals and RFP's
- Strong financial management, budgeting, and analytical skills
- Outstanding leadership, communication, and negotiation abilities
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance, engineering, or a related field
- Proven experience managing diverse stakeholders and a team.
- Strong knowledge of industry best practices and organizational financial management.
- A track record in government relations, with experience influencing policy and outcomes.
- Familiarity with public policy and the political landscape, particularly in logistics & warehousing.
- Experience in a membership-driven organization with a grassroots focus.
- Excellent communication skills, including media experience (an asset).
- A proactive, solution-focused mindset with resilience under pressure.Summary
At Randstad, we are here to help you find the right combination for you.
If you do not yet have a profile at Randstad and are interested in this position, we invite you send your CV: melissa.cumetti@randstad.caRandstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

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