Strategy Manager

You belong at Day & Ross.

Manager, Strategy
Full-time
GTA or Atlantic Canada

The Manager, Strategy will support developing and executing strategic initiatives that will drive further business growth and success at Day & Ross. You will conduct internal and external research and analyze that research to inform our overall strategy and strategic priorities. Working with functional teams across the organization, you will own and drive strategic initiatives from research and planning through to execution.

How You'll Help:

Working in collaboration with the Senior Director of Strategy and functional teams, support development and execution of strategic projects for the Senior Leadership Team including:
•    Support development and execution of overall business strategy
•    Support identifying and executing key strategic priorities
o    Provide thought leadership, problem solving, quantitative and qualitative analysis, workshop facilitation and recommendations
o    Lead or support cross-functional business leaders to develop new strategic initiatives, develop implementation road-maps, and support implementation
•    Monitor external environment
o    Stay up-to-date on key trends / activity impacting the industry including macro trends, competitive activity, technology, regulatory policies
o    Develop perspectives on external environment impact on our business
•    Develop executive materials and presentations

Your Skills & Experience:

•    Relevant undergraduate degree (typically business, finance, engineering, science related)
• years of experience in strategy or market analysis roles with 2+ years in management consulting, investment banking, or equivalent
•    Strategic and analytical thinker with ability to interpret impact of analysis and trends on the business
•    Demonstrated ability developing and analyzing financial and strategic models
•    Strong results orientation, excellent problem solver, and resourceful to ensure commitments are met
•    Experience in a role with senior leadership exposure and high level of accountability
•    Comfortable navigating ambiguity and being challenged
•    Ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders across functions / departments
•    Collaborative and approachable style with strong ability to work with team members and leaders at all levels
•    Excellent written and verbal communication, and visual storytelling (presentation) skills
•    Experience in the logistics and transportation industry an asset
•    Some travel may be required

To apply, visit our Careers page at

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.