Position Overview
Lambert Nemec Group is partnering with a large, privately held Canadian organization to recruit a Director of Freight & Logistics. This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing all transportation and freight activities across a complex, multi-location organization, encompassing both inbound and outbound operations across domestic and international networks.
The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in freight and logistics operations, with hands-on experience leading teams, managing carrier relationships, navigating customs compliance, and driving continuous improvement. This is a blended operational and strategic role, with the expectation of maintaining a strong day-to-day presence while also contributing to longer-term freight strategy and process development.
This individual will develop and implement strategies to optimize transportation spend, improve service-level performance, and ensure the most efficient shipping modes are utilized across the organization's freight network.
The role is based in the Prairie Provinces and requires full-time, in-office presence. Candidates located elsewhere in Canada are encouraged to apply; relocation assistance is available for the successful candidate.
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned freight and logistics leader who wants to take ownership of a national transportation strategy, build strong operational processes, and lead an established team within a growing, diversified organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the freight and logistics team in the daily movement of inbound materials and equipment, and outbound goods, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery across the network
- Develop, mentor, and manage a high-performing team; foster a cohesive team culture with clear accountability and strong engagement
- Collaborate cross-functionally with internal departments to ensure alignment on freight requirements and facilitate clear communication with supplier and carrier partners
- Oversee carrier partner performance, including ongoing monitoring, evaluation, and relationship management
- Lead and support rate negotiations for national and international freight services, including carrier contracts and RFP processes
- Partner with Purchasing and Customs teams to ensure full compliance with domestic and international regulatory requirements
- Develop and deliver training across the logistics function and other relevant areas of the business to ensure regulatory awareness and operational compliance
- Manage freight payment, auditing, and accrual processes; collaborate with finance teams to explain cost variances and support accrual activities
- Leverage data and reporting tools to support decision-making, project management, and performance oversight
- Lead freight claims and loss prevention processes — identify risk exposure, implement mitigation strategies, and manage claim resolution
- Drive continuous improvement across key performance areas including freight cost management, on-time delivery, carrier performance, and operational visibility
- Perform other duties as required
- Post-secondary education in logistics, supply chain, business, engineering, or a related discipline
- Minimum 5+ years of progressive leadership experience within a transportation or logistics environment
- Broad knowledge of transportation modes including full truckload (TL), less-than-truckload (LTL), and specialized freight — experience with heavy or oversized loads is a strong asset
- International shipping experience including ocean and air freight
- Working knowledge of customs regulations and cross-border compliance requirements
- Proven ability to lead carrier negotiations, manage vendor relationships, and drive freight cost outcomes
- Strong analytical and reporting capability; comfortable using data to support decisions and track performance
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to present and advise at a senior leadership level
- Sound judgment and problem-solving ability; capable of making confident decisions in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams)
- Experience with ERP platforms; exposure to Transportation Management Systems (TMS) considered an asset
Location & Relocation
This role is based in the Prairie Provinces and requires full-time, in-office presence. Candidates currently located in other parts of Canada are welcome to apply; relocation assistance is available for the successful candidate. Relocation to the target city is mandatory prior to the commencement of employment.
- Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive benefits coverage including health, dental, and disability
- Pension and retirement savings programs
- Relocation assistance available for candidates moving from outside the region
- Opportunity to lead a national freight function within a large, growing, and diversified organization
- Meaningful influence over transportation strategy, carrier relationships, and operational performance
To Apply
If this opportunity aligns with your experience and career goals, please forward your resume (Word format preferred) to Kyne Hunt, VP of Recruitment and Advisory, at [email protected], referencing “ Director of Freight & Logistics ” in the subject line.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All applications will be handled with strict confidentiality and retained for future opportunities.
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