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CAE

11d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Logistics
    People, HR & Administration
  • Montréal, +1

AI generated summary

  • You must have a college diploma, 5+ years supervising unionized teams, global logistics knowledge, Excel skills, and be bilingual; familiarity with import/export controls and Lean manufacturing is a plus.
  • You will supervise daily shipping activities, manage budgets, monitor costs, develop work procedures, address manufacturing issues, negotiate freight rates, and participate in continuous improvement projects.

Requirements

  • College diploma (DEC) combined with experience in transport logistics;
  • Minimum of five years of experience supervising a team of unionized employees;
  • Knowledge of global logistic/fees/import-export;
  • Knowledge of import and export controls relating to manufactured goods shipped to or from Canada, an asset;
  • Ability to manage partnerships with subcontracting companies in a logistics group, an asset;
  • Ability to communicate with different hierarchical levels in the business unit and with our clients;
  • Key collaborator;
  • Ability to focus on results and problem solving;
  • Intermediate-level Excel skills;
  • Knowledge and application of the ‘’Lean manufacturing’’ concept;
  • Bilingualism.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise the shipping team’s daily activities;
  • Define assignments and workload within the team and establish priorities;
  • Establish budgets for the department;
  • Monitor the team’s costs and work quality;
  • Develop work procedures and standards;
  • Adhere to the collective agreement and human resources management policies;
  • Define work objectives and help manage employees’ performance evaluations;
  • Address manufacturing issues associated with the production cells, equipment management and cycle time reduction;
  • Actively participate in continuous improvement projects in the department and in support departments;
  • Negotiate freight rates with national and international carriers to ensure goods are shipped based on established requirements and on budget;
  • Communicate about the progress of strategic projects in concert with senior management;

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Logistic Supervisor?

The Logistic Supervisor is responsible for managing a team of approximately 25 employees, overseeing handling, packaging, and shipping of finished products while collaborating with manufacturing and assembly teams. They also manage freight, deliveries, and logistical support for parts and flight simulators.

What level of education is required for this position?

A college diploma (DEC) is required, combined with experience in transport logistics.

How many years of supervisory experience are needed?

A minimum of five years of experience supervising a team of unionized employees is required.

Is experience with import and export controls important for this role?

Yes, knowledge of import and export controls relating to manufactured goods shipped to or from Canada is considered an asset.

What skills are necessary for effective communication in this position?

The ability to communicate with different hierarchical levels in the business unit and with clients is essential. Bilingualism is also a key requirement.

What is the focus of continuous improvement in this role?

The Logistic Supervisor will participate in addressing manufacturing issues, cycle time reduction, and actively participate in continuous improvement projects both in their department and in support departments.

Will I be responsible for budgeting in this role?

Yes, the Logistic Supervisor will be responsible for establishing budgets for the department and monitoring costs and work quality.

What software skills should I have?

Intermediate-level Excel skills are necessary for this position.

Does the job require knowledge of Lean manufacturing?

Yes, knowledge and application of the Lean manufacturing concept is important for this role.

Are there opportunities for professional growth in this position?

Yes, CAE offers an environment where initiatives are recognized and valued, providing opportunities to work on a variety of projects in a multidisciplinary team.

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CAE

Defence & Aerospace
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1947
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. As a technology company, we digitalize the physical world, deploying simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, airlines, defence and security forces to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we’re everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13,000 employees in approximately 250 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents more than 75 years of industry firsts—the highest-fidelity flight, mission simulators and training programs powered by digital technologies. We embed sustainability in everything we do. Today and tomorrow, we’ll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter.

Culture & Values

  • Empowerment

    We give our employees the freedom to succeed by enabling them to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions at their level, while always maintaining accountability. With our “can-do” attitude, we are empowered to find solutions for all stakeholders – customers, shareholders and colleagues – in order to deliver on our commitments.

  • Innovation

    Thinking outside the box got us far and will get us even further, because we continuously look for creative solutions in everything that we do. We stay alert, agile and adaptable so as to quickly spot opportunities that can drive growth, success and continuous improvement. For us, innovation is not a department, it’s a state of mind.

  • Integrity

    Since our business is built on trust, we adhere to the highest moral standards. Integrity is the core of everything we do because it makes us a better team, gives confidence to our stakeholders, reinforces loyalty, courage and resilience, and creates a sense of community. We believe in clear, truthful communication: we celebrate the positive and learn together from the negative. Customers, employees and shareholders all deserve honesty, transparency and responsiveness.

  • Excellence

    We aim to be the very best at everything that we do. Employees, customers and shareholders know that they can depend on us because we never give up. To continuously achieve excellence, we are proactive in terms of leadership, planning, execution and long-term vision. We have a winning mindset: not only do we fulfill our customer needs with the best quality, but we anticipate and go beyond.