About the role
Job Description Are you an experienced transport specialist looking for exciting new challenges? Our dynamic and growing transport team is ready to welcome you! We are engaged in ambitious projects to better meet the increasing needs of our company.
Who are we? Our team plays a key role in managing and optimizing transportation and customs for all divisions of UAP. You will join a collaborative environment where every voice matters and innovation is at the heart of what we do.
Your Daily Responsibilities
- Strategically and operationally manage transportation to ensure high-performance service.
- Negotiate agreements with carriers and propose solutions to optimize costs.
- Support and assist our internal clients by addressing their operational needs and participating in special projects.
- Handle transportation-related administrative follow-up, including document management and invoice verification.
- Be a key player in our succession plan, with opportunities to advance toward a transport department manager role.
Requirements What we are looking for:
- A degree in operations management, logistics, industrial engineering, or a related field with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
- Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
- Good knowledge of carriers and routes across Canada and the United States.
- Mastery of transportation regulations and documentation.
- Excellent communication skills in both French and English, spoken and written. In this position, you will regularly collaborate with internal clients across Canada.
Ready to take on this new challenge? Join us and help write the next chapter of our success! About The Division Our head office is full of opportunities for professionals from a variety of sectors: information technology, human resources, accounting, sales and marketing, and distribution. If you would like to support our operational teams, take part in mapping the company’s course, or have an impact on the company’s future, a job at our head office or one of our regional offices is perfect for you!
About UAP Inc.
UAP is the Canadian leader in the distribution and merchandising of parts and accessories for cars, trucks and heavy vehicles. We employ more than 5,000 individuals who work hard every day to build a recognized and reputable company.
UAP is a member of the Genuine Parts Company (GPC) family, an international service organization engaged in the distribution of automotive and industrial replacement parts. The Company serves numerous customers in various sectors and has approximately 55,000 employees.
Two divisions, one priority—excellence With outlets across Canada, UAP is organized into two main divisions: • The Auto Parts Division, which is mainly involved in the sale, distribution and marketing of replacement parts and supplies for cars and light trucks • The Heavy Vehicle Parts Division, which caters mainly to the needs of the trucking and construction sectors, as well as the mining and forest industries
About the role
Job Description Are you an experienced transport specialist looking for exciting new challenges? Our dynamic and growing transport team is ready to welcome you! We are engaged in ambitious projects to better meet the increasing needs of our company.
Who are we? Our team plays a key role in managing and optimizing transportation and customs for all divisions of UAP. You will join a collaborative environment where every voice matters and innovation is at the heart of what we do.
Your Daily Responsibilities
- Strategically and operationally manage transportation to ensure high-performance service.
- Negotiate agreements with carriers and propose solutions to optimize costs.
- Support and assist our internal clients by addressing their operational needs and participating in special projects.
- Handle transportation-related administrative follow-up, including document management and invoice verification.
- Be a key player in our succession plan, with opportunities to advance toward a transport department manager role.
Requirements What we are looking for:
- A degree in operations management, logistics, industrial engineering, or a related field with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
- Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
- Good knowledge of carriers and routes across Canada and the United States.
- Mastery of transportation regulations and documentation.
- Excellent communication skills in both French and English, spoken and written. In this position, you will regularly collaborate with internal clients across Canada.
Ready to take on this new challenge? Join us and help write the next chapter of our success! About The Division Our head office is full of opportunities for professionals from a variety of sectors: information technology, human resources, accounting, sales and marketing, and distribution. If you would like to support our operational teams, take part in mapping the company’s course, or have an impact on the company’s future, a job at our head office or one of our regional offices is perfect for you!
About UAP Inc.
UAP is the Canadian leader in the distribution and merchandising of parts and accessories for cars, trucks and heavy vehicles. We employ more than 5,000 individuals who work hard every day to build a recognized and reputable company.
UAP is a member of the Genuine Parts Company (GPC) family, an international service organization engaged in the distribution of automotive and industrial replacement parts. The Company serves numerous customers in various sectors and has approximately 55,000 employees.
Two divisions, one priority—excellence With outlets across Canada, UAP is organized into two main divisions: • The Auto Parts Division, which is mainly involved in the sale, distribution and marketing of replacement parts and supplies for cars and light trucks • The Heavy Vehicle Parts Division, which caters mainly to the needs of the trucking and construction sectors, as well as the mining and forest industries