Anatolia Tile & Stone is a leading importer and distributor of ceramic and stone tile and is a major supplier to some of the largest distributors throughout the United States and Canada. Based in Toronto, Anatolia Tile & Stone is a privately owned 100% Canadian corporation that is growing rapidly. Currently we are looking for an eager, motivated Transportation Manager to join our Supply Chain team.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Supply Chain, the Transportation Manager is responsible for managing and leading the Transportation team to implement KPIs and achieve departmental targets, improve overall customer service and find solutions to IT systems related to transportation management for continual TMS improvement. This role is accountable for all inbound international and outbound North American freight and will be responsible for negotiating agreements with ocean carriers, truckers, air freight, drayage and 3PLs in the best interest of Anatolia Tile Stone.

Duties & Responsibilities

Proactively plan and manage import and export transportation to ensure appropriate supply levels for meeting customer demand

Liaise and negotiate with suppliers

Keep track of quality, delivery times, transport costs and efficiency

Arrange plan routes and process shipments, and manage all compliance requirements

Resolve any arising problems or complaints

Supervise, coach and train various members of the team and be a point of contact resource for other departments

Meet cost, productivity, accuracy and timeliness targets

Maintain metrics and analyze data to assess performance and implement improvements

Ensure all transportation practices comply with applicable laws, regulations and customer and Anatolia requirements

Responsible for the accurate and safe shipping and receiving of finished goods and any required follow-up for vendor compliance

Oversee the coordination and monitor the transportation of goods, including oversight of all shipping documentation, dispatching and tracking goods in transit

Develops proper procedures for the safe transportation and storage of goods to ensure quality and integrity of products

Negotiating the services and rates with freight carriers, as well as setting freight rates and monitoring the revenue

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

BS in Logistics or Supply Chain

7 years demonstrated progressive experience as a Transportation Manager

Demonstrated success and expertise in negotiating freight rates to the advantage of the company

Ability to research and implement cost effective Transportation solutions

Experience leading and mentoring a team

Strong knowledge and understanding of Ocean Carriers, Truckers etc.

Experienced with LTL, 3PL and TL

Demonstrated expertise in collaborating with outside vendors with the ability to build strong relationships and negotiate favorable rates

Experienced in using performance metrics in high performance environments to continuously improve

Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate concisely across teams and global regions

Proficient in standard logistics software, ideally highly proficient with SAP

Excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills

Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects simultaneously

Must be an energetic, enthusiastic, self-starter who takes pride in delivering exceptional customer service through highly efficient time management and execution practices

Desired Characteristics

Highly motivated, self-sufficient professional

Impeccable attention to detail and driven by continuous improvement

Persistent and tenacious approach to negotiation and follow-up

Leads by example at all times, providing support without removing accountability of team members for the successful execution of tasks and deadline attainment

Flexible in terms of hours of work, with ability and desire to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time and on time every time

We thank all who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. Anatolia Tile & Stone is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process. Anatolia Tile & Stone will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known in advance. Interested applicants should submit their updated resume and application form on or before the posting deadline closes. We thank all applicants for their interest however only those meeting the minimum qualifications will be interviewed.