GUELPH, Ont. — Schneider National, one of the largest trucking and logistics firms in North America, has named John Ferguson general manager of its Canadian office.

It is the first such appointment at Schneider’s Guelph, Ont. location.

Ferguson will lead the development and execution of business strategy in the Canadian marketplace, ensuring profitability across all lines of business as well as the alignment of key shared services, the company announced.

Ferguson joins Schneider National from PBB Global Logistics, Inc., a provider of third party international logistics services based in Fort Erie, Ont. During his 18-year tenure with PBB, he had responsibility in sales and marketing and was instrumental in the company’s successful evolution from a customs broker to a global logistics company. Ferguson currently serves as the director of Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters (CME) and president of the Transportation Marketing and Communication Association (TMCA) and is the first to serve as general manager of Schneider Canada.

“John has a proven track record of new business development and revenue growth, as well as extensive supply chain management and international trade expertise,” said Dave Geyer, vice-president and general manager of Truckload Business for Schneider National. “He is a strong addition to our team and we look forward to the contributions he will make to the business strategy in Canada and to our international operations.”

For 15 years Schneider Canada has provided transportation and logistics services for the automotive freight, newsprint, paper products and consumer goods industries in Ontario, Quebec, and across Canada. It employs more than 750 Canadian drivers, mechanics and office associates.