Logistics Manager

The Opportunity:

At Avantor, people are the most important part of our success because they drive our global performance. That’s why our Operations, Lab Services, Sales, and many other Avantor teams rely on our talent acquisition initiatives to attract, engage and hire the right talent. Avantor’s Transportation and Logistics vertical is a crucial part of this mix, enabling all our internal teams worldwide to grow beyond their limits.

We’re looking for a Logistics Manager to oversee our national transportation network and help keep critical products moving efficiently and safely across Canada.  If you enjoy optimizing complex logistics, solving problems, and building strong professional partnerships, this role is for you.

This person must reside in the GTA of Canada.

What we're looking for:

• Education: College degree required
• Experience: 8+ years’ in logistics, distribution, or inventory
• 5+ years’ experience negotiating transportation carrier contracts

Who you are: 

• Knowledge of regulatory compliance: Dangerous Goods, WHMIS, Dangerous Spill Cleanup, Health Canada GMP
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent analytical skills and sound business judgement
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced MS Office Suite and SAP skills
• French language skills are an asset

How you will thrive and create and impact: 

Transportation Management

• Manage and evaluate carrier relationships (LTL/TL, ground/air, regional/national, small parcel) across Canada
• Oversee international carrier performance, costs, service levels, and compliance
• Ensure CSA cross-border transport compliance

Customer service:

• Address transportation and operational issues for customers, sales, and carriers
• Serve as the main point of contact for special delivery services

Training & Quality:

• Develop and maintain SOPs and work processes
• Drive customer satisfaction through efficient, compliant operations
• Support staff development, morale, and achievement of stretch targets
• Ensure readiness for internal and external audits

Financials:

• Manage all Canadian freight contracts
• Balance quality and cost, driving continuous improvement
• Review and approve transportation-related expenses

Why join Avantor?

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and long-term success, including:

• 3 weeks’ starting vacation eligibility
• Paid sick days, statutory holidays, Diversity Day, and Volunteer Time Off
• Extended health, dental, and vision coverage (paid by Avantor)
• Fertility & Family Building benefit (paid by Avantor)
• Group RRSP with company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness reimbursement program
• Tuition reimbursement program

This posting is for a backfill vacancy.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
 
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
 
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

Pay Transparency:

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is

$96,500.00 - $155,825.00

Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.