Senior Logistics Manager

Overview

Senior Logistics Manager Jobs in Cambridge, Canada at Challenger

Title: Senior Logistics Manager

Company: Challenger

Location: Cambridge, Canada

Category:

Challenger Motor Freight is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and all qualified individuals.
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Challenger, part of the Fastfrate Group, is a leading North American transportation and logistics provider, offering Full Truck Load (FTL) services across North America, supported by integrated logistics solutions. With advanced fleet capabilities, modern facilities, and a strong commitment to service excellence, Challenger supports a wide range of industries with safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
Employees at Challenger are part of a performance-driven culture focused on safety, innovation, and continuous improvement. Through advanced technology, ongoing training, and diverse career opportunities across driving, operations, maintenance, logistics, and administration, Challenger provides an environment where motivated individuals can build long-term, rewarding careers.
Why you’ll love working here:

A workplace where you can learn, grow, and build your career

A culture that encourages new ideas and continuous improvement

Supportive leaders who provide guidance while giving you autonomy

A competitive total-rewards package, including group benefits and a company-sponsored retirement savings plan

Support for professional memberships, training, and certifications

The Opportunity:
This is your chance to join a team where your work truly makes an impact. In this role, you will contribute directly to the success of our customers, our operations, and the Fastfrate Group as a whole. You’ll work in a supportive environment that values collaboration, problem-solving, and continuous learning.
Role

Summary:

The Senior Logistics Manager is accountable for the full operational performance of the Canadian logistics team. This role leads carrier procurement, account management, service execution and team development to deliver profitable growth, operational discipline, and high service standards.

The incumbent owns regional performance, capacity strategy, KPI execution, and employee performance management. Decisions directly impact revenue, margin, customer retention, and carrier relationships.
Hours of Work:
Monday to Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm
Work Arrangement:
On-site
Position Type:
Non-Union
Employment Status:
Permanent
Compensation:
Salary Range: $115,000 – $145,000
Work Location & Environment:
300 Maple Grove Rd, Cambridge ON, N3E 1B7
Office based role with standard equipment. Occasional travel within Canada as required.
Key Accountabilities:
Operational Leadership

Lead day to day Canadian logistics operations, including carrier procurement and account management teams.

Ensure service execution meets contractual commitments and internal performance standards.

Resolving escalations with urgency and clear root cause corrective actions.

Enforce compliance of operating procedures across the region.

Financial Accountability

Monitor lane profitability, carrier cost performance, and pricing adherence.

Track and report KPI’s including service levels, margin performance, capacity utilization and productivity metrics.

Implement corrective action plans when targets are missed.

Capacity and Carrier Strategy

Build and maintain a scalable Canadian carrier network.

Negotiate rates and secure capacity aligned with margin objectives.

Monitor carrier performance, compliance, and risk exposure.

Reduce reliance on non-preferred carriers through sourcing strategy.

Team Leadership and Performance Management

Directly manage and develop Canadian logistics team members.

Set clear annual objectives alongside company targets.

Conduct performance reviews and continuous coaching.

Manage workload allocation, and productivity standards.

Process Improvement and Cross Functional Alignment

Partner with Sales, Finance, and Operations leadership to align growth and execution strategies.

Authority

Pricing recommendations within margin thresholds.