Transportation & Logistics Manager

About the TeamE.B. Horsman & Son (EBH) has been in business since 1900. We are strong, nimble, and growing! EBH is proud to be a successful Western Canadian electrical distributor with 20+ locations throughout BC, Alberta, and Saskatchewan, and we are consistently recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed companies. We take pride in living by our core values and carrying our mission statement of “Providing the Best People, Best Solutions, and the Best Service in the Electrical Industry.”Why Join the EBH Team?The Perks. Competitive compensation plan Full benefits package Profit-sharingEmployee share ownership program (ESOP)RRSP matching after 1 year of employment Birthday day offThe People & Culture. You will be a part of a collaborative team with people you can be proud to work with.Continuous Development. You will have access to our EBH University for personal & professional development. Training & Development have been an essential part of our culture. Increasing our knowledge not only builds confidence but also empowers growth through learning.About the Opportunity:Join our team as a Transportation and Logistics Manager, where you'll play a pivotal role in orchestrating the Transportation, Logistics, and the DC Administration department. We're seeking a meticulous and organized leader with a knack for optimizing processes and ensuring the seamless and cost-effective transportation of goods and materials. Your strong leadership skills will be essential as you collaborate with stakeholders across warehouse, branch, purchasing, sales, and distribution management to guarantee timely deliveries to both internal and external clients. The Manager will be a key driver of team engagement, leadership, and continuous improvement. Lead by example by upholding EBH Company Core Values and ethical standards in all interactions.Work Location: Based out of our Distribution Center, 19295 25 Avenue, Surrey BC.What are the Key Accountabilities? Leadership Presence.Strong, proactive leadership and high influencing capabilities – inspiring fellowship and a keen interest in developing strong trusted relationships with leaders across the business. Empowers their team to exceed expectations that are realistic yet challenging.Business acumen, financial and strategic experience.Risk Management, identifies and mitigates risks related to transportation and logistics, such as delays, damages, or disruptions.Team Building.Possess the leadership competency to develop, lead, and coach a team with personal qualities of resourcefulness, flexibility, and integrity.Capable of assessing and leveraging team members' strengths, weaknesses, and working styles.Forge strong, diverse teams and delegate significant responsibilities to team members while providing appropriate direction and support.Utilizes a transparent team-oriented approach and reinforces a commitment to collaboration, service, respect, and excellence.Building and Leveraging Relationships.Readily connects with others and proactively solicits their views before making key decisions. Naturally builds effective support to move the agenda forward. Rapidly gains the respect and trust of team members and colleagues.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.Proven ability to form strategic partnerships, build relationships, and respect inclusive and cultural diversity.Continuous Improvement.Actively initiates and seeks opportunity for professional development opportunities.Identifies opportunities for process improvement and implements changes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.Key Qualifications:5+ years in Logistics, supply chain management, or business administration. Post-secondary education or related experience.Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively manage and motivate a team.In-depth knowledge of transportation regulations, safety standards, and industry best practicesProficiency in using transportation management systems and logistics software.Analytical and problem-solving abilities to optimize transportation routes and processes.Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.Flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances and operational needs.Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.Proficient in Excel as well as Word, PowerPoint, MS Teams,Reliable transportation is required.Our Core Values: Celebrating the Past, Empowering the FutureTeamwork & Collaboration | Integrity| Commitment | Reliability | Initiative | Continuous ImprovementTake Your Next Step With EBHIf you believe your skillset matches the above description and are an enthusiastic, innovative, passionate, and energetic individual we would like to hear from you. Please visit our website to apply for this posting www.ebhorsman.com/careers or click “Apply” on this posting.Our Commitment to Inclusion & DiversityE.B Horsman & Son is a proud equal opportunities employer, and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success, and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose E.B. Horsman & Son as your employer of choice. We thank all interested applicants. However, we are only able to work with those who live in Canada and have permanent working status. Please note that only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.