At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead transportation operations across North America and drive strategic excellence.
- Company: Established transportation services provider with a strong industry presence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, leadership role, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic environment focused on collaboration and high performance.
- Why this job: Join an executive team and shape the future of transportation operations.
- Qualifications: 15+ years in senior operations, bilingual in French and English.
The predicted salary is between 135000 - 165000 $ per year.
About the Company
Well-established provider of transportation services.
Industry: Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
Type: Privately Held
Founded: 1978
Employees: 1001-5000
Specialties: transportation, logistics, and supply chain.
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Vice President, Operations to join its executive leadership team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the strategic and operational oversight of transportation activities across North America, with a focus on driving operational excellence, strengthening organizational accountability, and advancing technology-enabled decision-making.
This role requires a seasoned operations executive with a proven track record in managing complex, multi-site organizations, particularly in growth and transformation contexts. The Vice President, Operations will be instrumental in ensuring the efficiency, profitability, and compliance of operations, as well as leading the integration of recent and future acquisitions.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and leading the North American transportation strategy.
- Providing leadership to division heads.
- Maintaining operational governance across all divisions.
- Fostering a culture of collaboration and performance.
- Supporting the company's growth and integration strategy.
The ideal candidate will have:
- A Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- Over 15 years of senior operational leadership experience.
- A strong understanding of operational performance drivers, financial management, and customer-focused service delivery.
- Experience in the transportation, logistics, supply chain, or other complex, asset-intensive operational environments.
- Bilingual proficiency in French and English; knowledge of Spanish is a significant asset.
Personal characteristics should include being a collaborative, pragmatic, and approachable leader with high integrity, sound judgment, and a proven ability to develop talent and build high-performing teams. The role demands a disciplined, results-oriented, and adaptable individual who can influence long-term strategic planning and ensure the alignment of operational priorities with the company's strategic objectives.
Hiring Manager Title: Co-President
Functions: Operations
Vice President, Operations in Vaudreuil-Dorion employer: Confidential
As a General Manager in our Projects Group, you will thrive in a dynamic and supportive work culture that prioritizes employee growth and development. Our commitment to excellence is matched by our focus on fostering strong client relationships and delivering high-quality project outcomes across the Americas. With a diverse team of professionals and a multi-office setup, we offer unique opportunities for collaboration and innovation, making us an exceptional employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
