Role Purpose
The Manager, Commercial Logistics and Supply Chain is responsible to develop and sell the DP World Freight Forwarding Service across Canada. This includes adding value to customers and supporting the Port and Terminal businesses. Also, directing the execution of the trading strategy for each of the Canada business units.
About the Role
- Develop plans to implement DP world Canada Freight Forwarding strategy, including logistic parks, NVOCC/3rd Party Logistics, short sea shipping and the complete DP World Freight Forwarding product offering.
- Engage with cargo owners to ensure strong relationship management in coordination with the Commercial team; focusing on face-to-face customer interactions.
- Discover new business operations, analyze the contribution to our business and coordinate the resources required to implement new services, as required.
- Assess financial and economic issues to identify trade opportunities and risks.
- Collaborate with senior management by providing updates and solutions on areas related to the business impact of projects.
- Assist with pricing structure and financial models of the different services of DP World Freight Forwarding Services to assess the future profitability of business opportunities.
About You
- Degree in business, commerce or a related field with knowledge of economics and quantitative analysis.
- Minimum 5 years of general management experience from another 3PL with NVOCC license is an asset.
- Successful management of all key stakeholder relationships including shareholders and external government agencies.
- High level analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills.
- Proven business acumen and experience with managing and understanding complex commercial contracts.
- Strong commitment to client service excellence with the ability to build solid relationships.
- Knowledge of statistics, analysis of macro-economic trends affecting the business, business metrics and financial basics.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including the ability to influence, negotiate and conduct formal presentations.
- Knowledge of strategic planning processes with the ability to develop short and long term project planning and manage the financial costs of projects
- Fluent in English.
- Previous Canadian work experience or experience working directly with Canadian industries.
Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.
With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 115,000 employees, spanning 79 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.
We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.
What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.
WE MAKE TRADE FLOW TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.
At DP World Canada we’re proud to offer a well-rounded total compensation package, for all permanent positions, that supports your health, wellbeing, and career growth. This includes but is not limited to:
• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• Generous vacation time with paid flex day and volunteer days
• Comprehensive health & dental benefits starting on day one
• Annual health/lifestyle spending account
• Defined contribution pension plan
• Employee wellness initiatives
• Internal training & learning opportunities
• Professional development support
About the TeamSkills Required
- Degree in business, commerce, or a related field
- Knowledge of economics and quantitative analysis
- Minimum five years of general management experience
- Experience with a 3PL and NVOCC license
- Experience managing stakeholder relationships, including shareholders and government agencies
- Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills
- Business acumen and experience managing complex commercial contracts
- Client service and relationship-building skills
- Knowledge of statistics, macroeconomic trends, business metrics, and financial fundamentals
- Exceptional written and oral communication, influencing, negotiation, and presentation skills
- Knowledge of strategic planning and project financial management
- Fluency in English
- Previous Canadian work experience or direct experience with Canadian industries
DP World Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about DP World and has not been reviewed or approved by DP World.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Fair & Transparent Compensation: Pay is considered competitive in many contexts, with strong salary perceptions in several regions. Feedback suggests compensation is sometimes viewed as equitable, with salary practices described as compliant and fair.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits: Wellness initiatives, flexible working hours, and practical supports like reimbursements for mobile, home internet, and home‑office equipment are emphasized. Feedback suggests these benefits contribute meaningfully to everyday work‑life needs.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare Strength: Health coverage is described as comprehensive in some locations, including medical emergency coverage and life insurance. A broader emphasis on health, safety, and wellbeing programs reinforces this support.
DP World Insights
What We Do
Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally. With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 108,000 employees, spanning 74 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future. We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses – Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades. What’s more, we’re reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door. We make trade flow, to change what’s possible for everyone.
