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Operations Manager

Mississauga, ON
Job ID 10566

Company Description

This organization is a well-established transportation and logistics provider operating within the Greater Toronto Area, with a strong presence in intermodal and containerized freight movement. Known for its operational intensity and customer expectations, the company plays a critical role in keeping supply chains moving across terminals, yards, and end customers.

The business is entering a phase where disciplined execution, stronger structure, and operational leadership are key to its next stage of growth.

Compensation

  • $90,000 – $110,000 salary*
  • Comprehensive benefits

 

*The stated compensation range reflects the full scope of the role as currently structured and is provided in accordance with pay transparency requirements. Offers are determined based on relevant experience, demonstrated skills, internal equity, and alignment with the role’s requirements. The upper end of the range is typically reserved for candidates who fully meet all requirements and qualifications outlined in this posting and the official job description.

The Opportunity

This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who thrives in fast-moving, execution-driven environments.

You will take ownership of daily operations across dispatch, yard coordination, planning, and execution. The role is visible at the senior leadership level and requires someone who can lead from the front, make decisions quickly, and hold teams accountable for results.

This is not a back-office management position. It is for someone who wants to step into the center of operations, influence outcomes in real time, and build a stronger, more structured operation.

For the right individual, this is an opportunity to shape how a logistics operation runs, improve performance across multiple departments, and play a direct role in business growth.

Position Description

You will lead end-to-end operations with responsibility for execution, performance, and team alignment across dispatch, planning, and yard coordination. Your focus is ensuring loads move on time and according to service expectations, while stepping in quickly to resolve issues and prevent repeat breakdowns.

You will manage multiple teams including dispatch, yard operations, and safety, setting clear expectations, establishing performance metrics, and building accountability across departments. Safety and compliance remain a core part of the role, working closely with internal teams to maintain standards and address incidents effectively.

You will also act as a key operational contact for customers, handling escalations and maintaining consistent service delivery. In parallel, you will support business growth by assessing operational feasibility for new opportunities, contributing to customer discussions, and ensuring new accounts are onboarded smoothly.

The role includes oversight of yard flow, equipment utilization, and system usage to drive efficiency and data accuracy. You will report directly to senior leadership with structured updates on operational performance, customer issues, safety metrics, and overall efficiency.

Experience

  • 5 to 8 years of experience in transportation or logistics operations
  • Strong background in intermodal and drayage operations
  • Experience leading teams across multiple operational functions
  • Exposure to high-volume fleet or container-based environments
  • Experience interacting with customers and handling escalations
  • Involvement in supporting sales or commercial initiatives is an asset

Qualifications

  • Proven ability to lead people and drive results through teams
  • Strong execution mindset with a focus on accountability
  • Confident decision-making in high-pressure situations
  • Strong communication and customer management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities without losing control of detail
  • Data-driven approach with attention to operational metrics
  • High level of ownership and follow-through
  • Familiarity with container terminals and regional logistics networks
  • Experience with yard operations and equipment coordination
  • Exposure to transportation systems and dispatch platforms

Education

Relevant education in logistics, transportation, or a related field is considered an asset.

Additional Information

Date Posted: April 30, 2026
Job Type: On-Site, Permanent, Full-Time
Industries: Transportation:Ground/Trucking
Job Categories: Logistics/Distribution/Warehousing
Manages Others: Yes
Required Travel: No
Relocation Assistance: No
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Learn More About the Recruiter

Syeda Saher, SHRM-CP

Syeda brings a wealth of recruiting experience to the forefront, skillfully navigating the intricacies of talent acquisition across diverse industries and functions. Her unwavering commitment to excellence infuses a personal touch into every engagement, while identifying talent that not only fits the role but also seamlessly integrates into the cultural fabric, becoming an integral part of the organization’s success story.

How to Apply

Please click on the “Apply” button located elsewhere on this job posting (preferred) or email your resume to:
ssaher@stoakley.com

Existing Vacancy

This is a critical role within the organization and, following the recruitment and selection process, the selected candidate should expect to receive an offer promptly.

Use of Artificial Intelligence

We do NOT use artificial intelligence to screen, rank or select candidates. The merits of every single application will be judged by a human. AI may be used to craft correspondence or write a job posting but never in the decision making as to candidate suitability.

About Stoakley-Stewart Consultants

Stoakley-Stewart Consultants Ltd. is an Executive Search/Recruiting firm with an impressive domestic presence and strong international reach. We opened our doors in 1977 and have grown to be one of the most successful employment agencies in Canada. We house a team of top-notch consultants, each acting as a subject matter expert in their chosen field. As a result we provide professional recruiting services to clients and candidates in a variety of industries, functions and geographies. This expansive breadth of experience allows us, as a firm, to successfully satisfy all of your hiring/employment needs.  In accordance with Canadian laws, it is the policy of Stoakley-Stewart Consultants to consider all qualified individuals for available positions without regard to race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, country of origin, age, disability etc.
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