Operations Analyst

Operations Analyst, Transportation

Location:

100 Queens Quay East, 9th Floor, Toronto

Openings: 3 | Pay: $66,671.00 - $

This is an onsite role. The Operations Analyst, Transportation supports inbound and outbound transportation operations for a large beverage retailer. The role involves implementing transportation strategies, analyzing data to guide process improvements, and contributing to efficient, cost‑effective movement of goods. The analyst helps maintain high service levels and optimize transportation operations to support supply‑chain and wholesale activities. The role is suitable for someone who loves working with data, thrives in a fast‑paced logistics environment, and wants to make a measurable impact on operational efficiency.

• Help manage daily inbound and outbound transportation operations
• Monitor and track shipments to ensure timely delivery and identify potential issues
• Analyze transportation data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement
• Help implement transportation strategies and process improvements
• Collaborate with carriers and internal teams to resolve transportation‑related issues
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations and safety standards

• Collect, analyze, and interpret transportation data from various sources
• Prepare regular reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics
• Develop and maintain dashboards to visualize transportation performance
• Conduct ad‑hoc analyses to support decision‑making and process improvements
• Help prepare presentations for senior leadership

• Participate in continuous improvement programs, including Lean and Six‑Sigma projects
• Support the evaluation and implementation of new technologies and systems
• Help develop and maintain transportation policies and procedures
• Contribute to projects related to supply‑chain and wholesale operations
• Help identify and implement best practices in transportation operations

• Help manage relationships with carriers and transportation providers
• Support contract negotiations and service level agreement reviews
• Monitor carrier performance and compile data for performance reviews
• Help maintain up‑to‑date carrier information and documentation
• Participate in carrier selection processes and RFP evaluations

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field
• Professional Logistics (P. Log), PMP, or CITT certification is considered an asset
• Minimum 5 years of experience in transportation operations or logistics
• Experience in the alcohol distribution industry or a related sector
• Familiarity with SAP, routing systems, and transportation management software

• Health and dental benefits
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Defined benefit pension
• Discounts on products and services through Workperks

The LCBO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act.