Director of Transportation
YM INC.Skip to content English Français THE COMPANY About Philosophy Message From The Chairman Contact Us BRANDS OVERVIEW Urban Planet Sirens Forever 21 Bluenotes Thriftys Suzy Shier Charlotte Russe Aeropostale Urban Kids Stitches WEST49 Amnesia Rue21 Store Locations YM Inc. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Fundraising Giving Back Scholarships CAREERS Grow With Us Corporate Careers In-Store Opportunities Students The Perks MEDIA Newsroom Press contacts YM Inc. English Français The Company The Company About Philosophy Message From The Chairman Contact Us Brands Brands Urban Planet Sirens Bluenotes Thriftys Suzy Urban Kids Stitches West 49 Amnesia Store Locations Social Responsibility Social Responsibility Fundraising Giving Back Scholarships Careers Careers Grow With Us Corporate Careers In-Store Opportunities Students The Perks Media Media Press Contacts Newsroom < Back to Search Director of Transportation Date Posted August 5, 2026 Share Toggle Share Options Share Department Store Operations Location Toronto, ON Job ID 140781 Corporate Toronto, ON Posted 3 months ago Pay: From CA$100,000.00 per year Job Description YM Inc. was founded on the strength of a single retail store in the heart of downtown Toronto in 1975, under the name Stitches. Today we are one of North America’s leading apparel retailers operating over 700 stores across Canada and the United States under the following banners: Stitches, Urban Planet, Urban Behavior, Sirens, Forever 21, Urban Kids, Suzy Shier, Bluenotes, West 49, Amnesia, Charlotte Russe, Rue 21 and Mandee. Our goal is to sustain performance that exceeds expectations. We are committed to creating a culture where people feel valued and inspired to achieve results. We give our people the appropriate tools, freedom and authority to make decisions. They are accountable for their actions and we recognize their efforts and reward their results. We attract and nurture the best people by providing leadership opportunities, career development and continuous learning. We are committed to leading by example and with integrity. We treat people with respect and dignity, promote the benefits of diversity and address challenges in a direct and compassionate manner. We engage people in our goals and objectives; we listen and act on new ideas where possible. That is our Philosophy. How You Will Make a Difference The Director of Logistics has expertise in all areas of transportation (including ground, sea, line hauls) and is responsible for planning and directing logistical operations to retail stores while securing effective routings and best rates. What You’ll Do Manage all aspects of transportation Control day-to-day logistics operations from the warehouse to stores, including shipping, receiving, freight routing and general operations Negotiates the best rates with the best carriers for the best routes Provide forecasts for Third Party provider on incoming freight and distribution forecasts for upcoming weeks Work closely with Third Party provider to ensure the Service Agreement requirements are met, provide recommendations and effective solutions Effectively identify and resolve issues regarding transportation issues Liaison with outside carrier in regard to special requests and outstanding concerns involving store deliveries Analyze and quantify distribution performance and correct deviations from schedules, excessive costs and other negative factors Manage monthly/annual logistics operational budgets and project budgets as needed Adheres to all health and safety practices including identifying and reporting any safety concerns What You’ll Need 5+ years’ managing Logistics Knowledge of the retail industry an asset Related Work Skills Excellent analytical and problem solving Ability to make effective decisions In depth knowledge in various modes of transportation Excellent oral and written communication skills Familiarity with International Customs requirements, tariff codes, FDA product codes Team player who works productivel…