Transportation Specialist

Who Are We?

UniUni is a Canadian last-mile e-commerce logistics that is one of the fastest growing companies in Canada. As a platform that seamlessly integrates advanced technology with efficient delivery solutions, UniUni enables businesses to provide a superior online shopping experience, ensuring unparalleled efficiency and customer satisfaction. Catering to a diverse range of clients—from emerging e-commerce platforms to established online retailers and brands—UniUni offers exceptional service across North America. Recognized as the fourth fastest-growing company in Canada, UniUni continues to set industry standards, offering a robust, customer-centric approach to e-commerce logistics.

What Do We Offer?

At UniUni, we offer exciting opportunities to our employees to achieve their career goals. We believe all roles should develop your skills, broaden your experience, and help you build a rewarding career. If you are ready to join UniUni’s dynamic team, while working hard and having fun doing it, we invite you to apply online and let us know how you can be part of our success story.

Position Overview:

The Transportation Specialist is a crucial member of the Transportation Network Design team, tasked with ensuring the seamless execution of transportation strategies and optimizing local operations. This role acts as the bridge between high-level network design and the day-to-day operational realities, focusing on tracking local transportation expenses, managing driver route assignments, and aligning local operations with broader network goals. The specialist will be responsible for driving cost savings, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring continuous improvements in local transportation processes.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

1. Effective Local Transportation Spend Tracking:
• Monitor Local Transportation Spend: Track transportation costs at a granular level, including fuel, tolls, driver wages, carrier costs, and maintenance expenses.
• Cost Control & Accountability: Collaborate with the Transportation Network Design team to align local transportation expenses with broader cost-saving initiatives and optimization strategies.
2. Real-Time Updates for Samsara Route Management:
• Maintain Samsara Routes: Ensure accurate, real-time GPS tracking and route optimization by updating route data in the Samsara fleet management tool.
• Route Optimization: Adjust routes based on local conditions (traffic, road closures) to minimize delays, reduce fuel consumption, and enhance on-time delivery performance.
3. Ensure Alignment Between Local and Network-Level Goals:
• Bridging Local and Network Strategies: Ensure local operations align with network-wide transportation strategies and overall transportation objectives.
• Local Feedback Loop: Provide regular feedback on local challenges, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities to the Transportation Network Design team.
4. Local-Level Optimization:
• Site-Specific Adjustments: Modify routes and plans to address site-specific transportation needs (e.g., local regulations, delivery types, varying volumes).
• Resource Allocation: Ensure efficient use of transportation resources to optimize fleet capacity and improve service levels.
5. Real-Time Problem Solving & Route Management:
• Adapt to Operational Changes: Respond to unforeseen operational issues (e.g., weather disruptions, driver schedule changes) by adjusting routes accordingly.
• Driver Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for drivers, resolving issues related to routes, schedules, and GPS navigation.
6. Data-Driven Performance Insights:
• Data Reporting & Analysis: Collect and analyze data on transportation operations, including spend, route performance, driver efficiency, and vehicle utilization.
• KPI Monitoring: Track key performance indicators (e.g., fuel consumption, delivery times, maintenance needs) and provide actionable insights to improve efficiency.
7. Consistency Across Sites:
• Standardized Route Management: Ensure consistency in route management and spend tracking across multiple sites to maintain operational continuity.
• Scalability & Replication: Facilitate the replication of best practices across sites as the business expands to new locations.
8. Supporting Operational Efficiency:
• Operational Continuity: Ensure smooth day-to-day routing and transportation management to support broader organizational goals.
• Proactive Issue Identification: Identify inefficiencies or potential issues (e.g., late deliveries, high fuel consumption) and resolve them before escalation.
9. Facilitate Cross-Department Collaboration:
• Collaboration with Fleet, Safety, and Operations: Work closely with fleet management, safety, and operations teams to ensure adherence to safety policies and operational standards.
• Information Sharing: Share up-to-date local transportation data with the Transportation Network Design team to support decision-making.
10. Compliance and Safety Adherence:
• Safety Protocols on Routes: Ensure routes comply with safety standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., weight limits, road restrictions).
• Compliance Reporting: Ensure local transportation activities adhere to internal policies, industry regulations, and safety standards.
11. Continuous Improvement & Innovation:
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement local process improvements, such as more efficient route planning or fuel savings.
• Technology Integration: Drive the adoption of new fleet management technologies to enhance route optimization and reporting.

Requirements:

• Experience: 2-5 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or fleet management, with a focus on local transportation operations and route optimization.
• Analytical Skills: Strong data analysis and reporting skills, with experience in monitoring transportation KPIs and cost metrics.
• Problem Solving: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues in real-time, minimizing disruptions to transportation operations.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with multiple departments and provide clear updates to stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail: High level of attention to detail in tracking transportation spend, managing routes, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Samsara or similar fleet management tools.
• Proficiency in GPS tracking systems and transportation management software.
• Knowledge of local transportation regulations and compliance standards.
• Ability to manage operations across multiple sites or locations.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Training & Development
• Free Food & Snacks

Pay range: $70,000 - $85,000