Role:

Manager, Logistics & Distribution

Location:

Mississauga, Ontario

Company:

Stelumar Advanced Manufacturing Inc.

Department:

Manufacturing

Employment Type:

Full-Time, Permanent

Reports to:

Director, Supply Chain

What we offer

As the Manager, Logistics & Distribution, you will oversee the movement of materials and finished goods throughout the supply chain, ensuring products arrive on time and cost-effectively. Working closely with the Director, Supply Chain, you'll help build out the logistics function as the business scales, including establishing distribution processes and transportation practices, and forging 3PL partnerships. It's a fast-paced, high-growth environment with real ownership over day-to-day logistics operations and how they evolve as the company expands.

What you'll do

• Leveraging ERP, ensure inventory locations are defined for finished goods including storage and inventory accuracy to prevent shipment delays.
• Establish standardized staging, labeling, and quality/documentation checks so finished goods are outbound-ready and released only when compliant.
• Coordinate with Production to ensure completed goods move seamlessly into warehouse storage without bottlenecking the line.
• Optimize warehouse layout and flow (FIFO/lot control) to maximize storage efficiency and minimize handling time.
• Align finished-goods readiness with carrier pickup windows and outbound schedules to avoid dock delays.
• Champion safety and organizational standards across warehouse operations.
• Lead the outbound shipment planning and route optimization.
• Establish best in class distribution processes within ERP systems.
• Support inbound and outbound transportation operations to ensure cost-effective and reliable movement of materials and finished goods.
• Manage 3PL relationships, support negotiations, distribution performance, and service levels.
• Lead scheduling activities and coordinate delivery requirements with Operations, Procurement, Fleet and Production teams.
• Monitor distribution costs and identify savings opportunities through optimization and planning.
• Ensure compliance with supply chain regulations, safety requirements, and documentation standards.
• Develop distribution KPIs and reporting to monitor throughput performance and delivery success.
• Resolve logistics issues while minimizing disruptions to production and customer commitments.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the logistics function.
• Other duties as required.

What you bring

• College diploma or post-secondary degree in Supply Chain, Transportation, Logistics, or related field.
• 5+ years of supply chain experience.
• Experience developing SOPs, ERP setup within a start-up environment
• Knowledge of freight management, scheduling, routing, and transportation regulations.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience leading teams in a fast-paced, start-up environment.

Bonus Points

• Experience within manufacturing, building products, or construction materials industries.
• Knowledge of over-dimensional shipments, requirements, and permitting.
• Strong financial acumen, including leading P&Ls.
• CLTD, CITT, or related supply chain certification.
• Commercial fleet management.
• Accountable for multiple sites responsibilities in a unionized environment.

Compensation

The expected base salary range for this position is $85,000-$130,000. Actual pay may vary depending on your job-related knowledge, competencies, and skills. We recognize that exceptional situations may fall outside this range, and we encourage all interested candidates to apply.

You are also eligible to participate in Stelumar's annual bonus program which gives you the opportunity to increase your total compensation if business and individual goals are achieved.

We encourage applicants who meet most of the role requirements to hit that submit button and apply! It's okay if you don't have 100% of the requirements. If you're the right candidate, we'll help you learn and grow.

Stelumar may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support our hiring process, including to help screen or assess candidates along the way. These tools work behind the scenes, while people remain at the heart of every hiring decision.

Qualified applicants for this existing vacancy will be contacted directly by the Talent Acquisition team.