Network Optimization Engineer

You belong at Day & Ross. 

Network Optimization Engineer
Full-time
GTA – GVA – GMA - CGA

The Network Optimization Engineer leads the design and optimization of the Day & Ross network. Designing, optimizing and planning the network involves understanding the current processes and its constraints, developing and deploying effective solutions for transportation cost reduction while improving service metrics and the customer experience. 

How You’ll Help

• Review current network and maximize efficiency in terms of transportation cost and service. 
• Create facility replacement and/or expansion business cases to address capacity, network, and maintenance of business or regulatory concerns.
• Partner with linehaul management, planners, fleet specialists and operations in each terminal to design and implement a network that enables Day & Ross’s current and future targets for growth and profitability. 
• Act as an expert and process owner, to the organization, in the subject of terminal operations, network design and optimization.
• Develop KPI’s, regular reports and information systems that track and measure network performance.
• Develop a multi-year roadmap of improvement initiatives employing a phased approach of deployment and return on investment.

Your Skills & Experience: 

• University Degree, preferably in Engineering
• 2-3 years transportation experience, (network optimization/Engineering an asset)
• Must be able to execute all phases of project and initiative management – problem definition, concept, responses, prioritization, planning, deployment, and performance monitoring
• A strong leader:
  • Able to analyze and solve complex problems
  • Able to seek input from all levels and disciplines of the organization
  • Able to negotiate and influence decision making
  • Experienced in mentoring, coaching and developing team members
  • Experienced in driving positive change management 
• Possess a high degree of drive and emotional intelligence demonstrating tact, courtesy and diplomacy 
• Must possess a good understanding of quality, safety, technical and engineering principles
• Able to create a foundation in which people are free to express their concerns, bring forth projects and plans, expand options for action for a new future
• Highly literate with computer skills and software packages.  In-depth knowledge of all Microsoft Office tools, databases, dashboards, optimization & simulation software and AutoCAD

To apply, visit our Careers page at dayross.com.

If you’re chosen for the role, you’ll be asked to provide reference and criminal background checks before employment. You’ll only be contacted if you’re selected for an interview. 

About Day & Ross

From a single truckload of potatoes in the 1950s to a fleet of thousands, Day & Ross has grown to become one of the largest transportation and logistics providers in North America. With over 7,500 team members on and off the road in the US and Canada, we offer a diversified portfolio of freight and delivery solutions, including LTL, Truckload, Residential, Dedicated Fleet Solutions, and Logistics.    

We believe our people are our greatest strength. For over a decade, we’ve been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. We’ve also been named a Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation since 2018. Our recognition reflects the family values we share with our parent company, McCain Foods Limited.

As a federally regulated employer, Day & Ross fully supports the principles of employment equity and encourages all qualified members of the designated groups to apply. Day & Ross is committed to ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities and meeting their needs in a timely manner. We will do so by removing and preventing barriers to accessibility and by meeting our accessibility requirements under Accessible Canada Regulations and in alignment with our business practices, capabilities, and values.