Job Description

With over 50 years in the Transportation industry, Midland Transport has grown into a dynamic company throughout Atlantic Canada, Quebec, Ontario and the northeastern United States. This continued growth and success has been driven by our professional and dedicated team of 1900 employees, drivers and owner operators as well as our Company Values that drives our Superior Quality Service.The OpportunityWe are looking for Vice President, Brokerage to be based out of our head office in Dieppe, NB. As a senior member of the Midland Executive Team this role is responsible for overseeing Midland\xe2\x80\x99s brokerage and 3PL services. The Vice President, Brokerage will work closely with the Irving Group of Companies, Midland\xe2\x80\x99s sales team and current client base to identify new business opportunities outside our core and exploring strategic growth and expansion opportunities throughout North America.The Best Fit:

• You have a university degree with concentration in business, logistics or equivalent experience.
• You have CITT-Certified Logistics Professional (CCLP) designation or equivalent (Asset).
• You have 10+ years\xe2\x80\x99 experience leading a team of Operations, Sales and Administrative personnel in the brokerage industry.
• You have strong knowledge of the transportation, logistics, freight forwarding, LTL, TL, Courier and warehousing industry.
• You have superior communication skills, ability to influence, high degree of business acumen, strategic thinking but tactical execution, self-starter, results driven, ability to manage priorities effectively, demonstrated ability to motivate a workforce, develop a strong performance driven leadership team, and an engaging culture.

The Responsibilities:

• Responsible for establishing the strategic direction of the Brokerage division, in partnership with the Midland executive team. This includes establishing both short and long-term goals to grow the Brokerage division while delivering on performance and projected financial results. A strategic partner, working with the Midland sales team, to grow sales for non-affiliates (Rounder program).
• Assists, coaches, mentors and leads the team to achieve goals and stretch targets.
• Oversee the development of a stable quality of carriers throughout North America to handle business outside the Midland fleet. Build and maintain networks and professional relationships with rail and intermodal service providers and ensures all carriers are compliant to the Irving requirements.
• Work closely with the IGM Corporate VP of Supply Chain and team to capture as much business as possible to minimize the use of outside 3 and 4PL providers. Work with IGM affiliates to maximize service levels, case full and cost reduction.
• Responsible for meeting negotiated rates and services with all Brokerage service providers.
• Keep abreast of the competitive landscape, being fully aware of pricing, key customers, competitive issues, business in transition and trends in the industry.

What we offer:

• A dynamic, safe, and rewarding work environment
• Free parking, on site fitness Center, cafeteria
• A competitive compensation and benefits that commensurate with the role with a full benefits package including health, drug and dental, life and disability insurance, as well as Group RSP with matching contributions
• Free access to Medicalux Clinic providing Nurse Practitioner services to you and your immediate family.
• Employee discount programs which include reimbursement for gym memberships, preferential rates for Personal Insurance, Cell phones, Hotel and car rentals
• Free access to over 4000 Skillsoft on demand e learning courses as part of our commitment to learning and development.

To Apply for this Career OpportunityPlease apply online.We appreciate your interest in our company! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.To learn more about our products and services, click .Midland is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees. Applications from people with disabilities are welcome and we can provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process. For more information on disability accommodations during the hiring process please contact accessibility@midlandtransport.com.Additional Information

• Posting Date: Jul 18, 2024

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