Corporate Traffic Manager
Based In Winnipeg
Reporting to the V.P. Supply Chain, planning, arranging, purchasing and executing the transportation programs required for StandardAero. Directly concerned with executing initiatives involving freight consolidation, maximizing carrier performance, administering programs designed to add value to the global supply chain. Functional reports include material personnel - corporate wide.Working "hands on" in the field of logistics for 17 years, having been involved in management, re-branding, customer service, training, two separate company merger- integrations. Have worked in both a union and non-union environment, with 30 direct reports. Continuous improvement initiatives related to process is what separates solid companies from the competition.Founded in 1911, StandardAero is one of the largest independent MRO and aviation service businesses in the world, providing comprehensive services to commercial, military, business aviation, helicopters and industrial operators. Over 300 years of collective experience brings customers unique knowledge and expertise in solving maintenance challenges.The Company has over 3,700 employees working out of facilities strategically located in the U.S., Canada, Europe, Asia and Australia and serving customers from over 80 different countries.Specialties: Purchasing process for freight transportation services/ analysis. Recently implemented initiatives that resulted in $3.5M reduction of freight expense.