The Logistics Coordinator's primary responsibility is the optimization of the logistics function for each applicable division in the Company (such as Human Nutrition, Health Ingredients, Personal Care, Industrial, CASE, Paper/Petroleum). The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for import/export logistics and for ensuring timely delivery to maintain necessary inventory levels. In addition, the Logistics Coordinator focuses on strengthening customer relationships to facilitate the achievement of divisional sales targets.
Please note this is a contract position. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesInternal Relationship Management - Communication with 3rd party service providers and colleagues to facilitate accurate orders
Communicates with warehouses, customs brokers, and freight contacts when necessary
Communicates with suppliers for the placement of orders
Interacts with Product Coordinators, Sales and Customer Service on a regular basis, to ensure timely delivery and accurate orders
Communicates with Customer Service to notify of product arrival/availability and provide them with certificates of analysis and other necessary information
Liaises with the Accounting department for payment and product receiving issues
Communicates with warehousing services to ensure proper receiving
Meets with Management, Product Coordinators and Customer Service for updates on product and supplier InformationPrioritization/Task Management - Prioritizes workload and effectively uses tracking tools to ensure the timely delivery of orders
Arranges and tracks domestic warehouse transfers as needed
Arranges and tracks direct shipments to customers as well as warehouse shipments
Arranges freight; correspondences with brokers and shipping lines to track shipments and help ensure on-time deliveryERP/System Control- Ensures data integrity in ERP system, and with supplier communications
Enters, updates, and receives orders in the ERP SystemProcesses warehouse and intercompany transfers
Problem Solving/Continuous Improvement - Problem solves when issues arise, and strives to implement continuous improvement
Requests and follows up with NCR issues where applicable, such as credits
Uses proper protocols, to address for non-conformance issue (NCRs)Uses problem solving skills and knowledge of the logistics function to provide updates to necessary departments
Documentation Management- Ensures accuracy in reviewing and creating product documentation and acts on discrepancies
Utilizes training to compare certificates of analysis, to product specification sheets for approval
Obtains and checks CUSMA certificates where applicable for CUSMA qualifying products
Adheres to both WHIMIS and TDG guidelines to ensure correct documentation and labelling
Accountable for obtaining required paperwork (OBL, PL, CCI, CofA, etc.)Arranges for blind and double- blind shipments where applicable; creates necessary documents such as manual bills of lading and packing slips.OtherSupport and lead by example, Barentz' culture, strategies, pillars, and fundamentals
Participate in ongoing personal development opportunities
Perform other duties as requested
Required Education, Experience, Knowledge and SkillsGrade 12 Secondary School Diploma; Post-secondary education is considered a strong asset2 -4 Years previous experience in Logistics required
Knowledge of ERP systems is preferred, but not mandatory
Trained on WHMIS and TDG guidelines
Highly analytical and detailed oriented
Strong organization skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines
Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills, with preference for bilingualism
Self-motivated, high energy, and engaging level of enthusiasm and positive outlook
Software knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and TeamsAct legally and ethically in all professional relationships in adherence with Barentz' values and fundamentals
Special training may be required to ensure product hazards are identified and risk of exposure is mitigated
