Job Description

Maple Leaf Foods announced that it will be separating into two independent public companies. The new Pork Company, Canada Packers, will be unleashed as a world leading organization producing sustainable meats. This will provide both businesses with a sharper focus to execute their own growth strategy and both are committed to best-in-class strategies.Canada Packers will be a leader in sustainability produced, premium quality and value-added products. Canada Packers is building its team, and this is an exciting opportunity to join a premium company that is unlocking significant growth potential.Our job is to make great food.Canada Packers will embrace Maple Leaf Foods strong values-based culture, where our people are deeply engaged in work that is purposeful, fast-paced, and challenging. We cultivate an open, non-bureaucratic and inclusive workplace that fosters safety and transparency, along with individual leadership and accountability. Each team member has a voice and plays an active role in helping all of us achieve our goals with passion and discipline. We support one another to grow professionally, to learn new skills and to take on challenging experiences in the spirit of continuous improvement.The Opportunity: Reporting to the Director, International Transportation, the Transportation Analyst is responsible for continuous communication with carriers, key business stakeholders and leadership to resolve carrier claims and monitor carrier performance and freight costs. In addition to the daily execution of this process, the Transportation Analyst will research emerging technology and support continuous improvement projects with analytics and insights.Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by February 24. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Communicate directly with the carrier community daily
• Work with transportation managers to align processes across the network
• Ensure tracking of on time arrival by carrier is accurate
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships and processes with all carriers and key business stakeholders
• Develop recommendations for technology and process improvement within the broader team
• Participate and initiate various other projects and cost savings initiatives
• Other duties as assigned

What Youll Bring:

• 3-5 years of Logistics experience including warehouse & transportation within a large organization with multiple profit centres
• Strong knowledge of distribution, transportation, and freight costing
• Professional designation (eg: CITT, P.Log) or other related courses would be an asset
• Supply Chain Management designation is an asset
• Demonstrated strong team player
• Superior oral and written communication skills
• Exceptional analytical skills with ability to provide insight
• Strong problem solving, prioritization & organization skills with the ability to manage multiple projects with strict timelines
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Strong interpersonal skills that allow for informal and formal networking across and up the organization
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office
• Functional understanding of SAP TM
• Awareness of emerging trends in transportation related to software

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• A hybrid work model that embraces remote work for eligible roles, helping team members achieve work-life balance combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful collaboration in the office setting.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, speaker series events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at .Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.#LI-Hybrid

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