Organization Summary:

Wakefield Canada Inc., is a privately owned Canadian company that markets, distributes and manufactures category leading products for the automotive, commercial heavy-duty and industrial markets including Castrol, the #1 brand of passenger car motor oil in Canada, and the “Super Clean” cleaner-degreaser brand.

In 2020, Wakefield celebrated its 15th anniversary as the exclusive Canadian marketer of Castrol lubricants. With coast-to-coast distribution and warehousing, and a large dedicated sales force, Wakefield provides exceptional service and innovative solutions to more than 5,000 customers in all segments, including retailers, warehouse distributors, automotive and heavy duty jobbers, franchised and independent installers, quick lubes, fleet companies, new car dealers and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM).

Wakefield Canada Inc. is recognized as a Platinum Member with the Canada’s Best Managed Companies program. This accomplishment puts Wakefield amongst the best-in-class of Canadian owned and managed companies, demonstrating clear strategy and vision, capability, and commitment to talent.

Job Summary:

The Bulk Driver will execute with excellence, daily customer deliveries along planned routes within the region. In addition, this position will represent the organization in a professional manner while interacting with customers thereby contributing to volume growth in the region. Excelling as part of a team that includes local sales resources, a local warehouse and other company resources, the Bulk Driver will accomplish this while consistently following an exemplary standard in all aspects of Safety, Delivery Procedures and Professionalism.

Key Accountabilities:

• Organize and plan daily packaged goods & bulk shipments
• Be fully accountable in coordinating everything that goes on and off delivery truck to allow flawless delivery execution
• Distribute product to customers via daily route plan
• Complete accurately all required customer paperwork and daily route information
• Interact with the local warehouse to allow full coordination with your schedule
• Attend Safety and Compliance Seminars and constantly strive to maintain a safe working environment.
• Receive and follow direction from your direct manager
• Interact with local Sales resources in identifying key customer issues and opportunities in the market
• Any other duties which may be assigned from time to time
• Assist with coverage in other regions as required

Key Competencies:

• Must be self-motivated, conscientious, and very self-directed in accomplishing the work
• Organized and able to effectively plan, prioritize and make decisions on the go
• Ability to manage workloads in a busy work environment and be flexible to change (flow to the work)
• Must be in good physical condition to adequately manage physical aspects of tasks
• Ability to work independently and be self-driven without supervision
• Takes responsibility to “own the job” and demonstrates integrity in all aspects of the work
• Team player who demonstrates respect for others and is performance driven to achieve goals and objectives
• Exceptional communication skills with a focus on customer service
• Superior analytical and rationalization skills
• Ability to understand and follow all work instructions and standard operating procedures
• Ability to work overtime as required to meet operational demands
• Ability to learn and acquire key skills required
• Ability to maintain/acquire proficiency in relevant regulatory training and certifications as required by position such as, but not limited to, WHMIS, Canadian Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG)

Knowledge and Experience:

• Class 1 License and a clear Driver abstract
• Good reading comprehension, writing and mathematical skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in the Canadian Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) and previous WHMIS training requirements are an asset
• Must have, or be able to acquire, the skills required to successfully demonstrate basic PC skills and a proficiency in using technology
• Comprehensive geographical knowledge of the provinces, especially main highways and major cities currently serviced by the company

Working Conditions:

• Company uniform provided
• Professional and well maintained equipment
• Long distance and overnight driving during multiple day deliveries may be required as may overtime due to run schedule, weather, or work volume.
• All required Personal Protective Equipment must be worn while performing tasks