Transportation Analyst at Uni-Select in Brampton, Ontario, CA

Uni-Select Inc. is Canada’s leader in the distribution of automotive parts, tools and equipment to the automotive aftermarket. We are currently in an exciting growth phase delivering strong financial results including operating over 50 corporate stores with the goal of continuing to increase that number through acquisitions.
Reporting to the Director of Logistics, the Transportation Analyst’s mandate is to analyze, negotiate and co-ordinate all of the Distribution Centre and Corporate Store freight activities across Canada. In particular, the incumbent is responsible for maintaining a high level of service by optimizing the efficiency of our supply chain while respecting operational budgets and the service to our customers.

What we can offer you:

Your Daily Contribution & Impact:

• The Transportation Analyst actively participates as a member of the Logistics Team • Be responsible at the bid phase to provide transport cost budgets and work closely with each site to develop the transportation strategy within each market • Effectively manage on-time deliveries to customers, via interactions with carriers to ensure volume is delivered as expected, and mitigate any risks to ensure on-time deliveries • Work closely with the DC’s to ensure on-time movement of loads from DC to customers, and ensure continuous improvement and SOP compliance, in collaboration with carriers • Manage relationships with all carriers, monitor carrier performance, improve on-time, and define working strategies with them • Work with Customer Service teams to identify customer requirements, and opportunities for transportation efficiencies • Drive/support efforts to improve stock-transfer on-time delivery and truckload utilization for these shipments to drive efficiencies • Track and verify on-time delivery and obtain service level reports for transportation partners across Canada • Coordinate the contractual agreement with our third-party partners, including cost and service levels for international shipments • Monitor compliance of customer specific carrier assignments. • Prepare regular reports to Management on both cost and performance of transportation • Work on special projects as required • Monitor and management of inbound container freight • You will continually raise the bar for key deliverables such as on-time to customer, on-time to warehouse/company owned stores and targeted freight budget goals

Expertise & Essential Skills:

• 2 to 4 years of experience in Logistics, Supply Chain, Consumer Packaged Goods or Transportation.
• Experience using SAP or other warehouse management systems
• Comfortable dealing with large sets of data, analyzing it and pulling insights to drive efficiency.
• Continuous improvement mindset - comfortable putting your hand up to bring up ideas and improvements.
• Bachelors Degree or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience in the Canadian Rail industry is an asset
• Knowledge of air and sea transportation and customs management
• Excellent English and French communication skills, both written and spoken.

Location : 145 Walker Drive, Brampton, ON, L6T 5P5

Why Bumper to Bumper?

Bumper to Bumper is more than just a network of auto parts stores and repair shops; it’s Uni-Select’s flagship brand, bringing together experts who share the same commitment to providing quality parts, tools, and services.

With over 190 Bumper to Bumper stores and over 110 Bumper to Bumper Auto Service shops across Canada, we provide a turnkey trusted program, offering complete support, a strong brand image, and a dynamic go-to-market strategy.

Our extensive inventory features over 500,000 products, sourced from 350+ suppliers, including top national brands and private-label products, covering most makes and models on the road today. As skilled professionals, we understand the importance of trust and reliability. That’s why we offer training on the latest technologies, including our EVE - Electric Vehicle Expert program, ensuring our partners stay at the forefront of the industry.

At Bumper to Bumper, we stand for the right to repair and fight against obsolescence. We’re committed to keeping cars on the road longer, believing that if something can be repaired, it should be! Long live your car!