COORDINATOR: LOGISTICS AND OPERATIONS

Kativik Regional Government; Kuujjuaq (Land); On-site; CAD 99,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cost-of-living differential: min 8,500

Food allowance: min 4,398

Annual leave trips: up to 3 per person

Group benefits including Pension Plan

Vacation: 30 days

Statutory holidays: 20 days

Job summary

The Kativik Regional Government (KRG) is seeking a motivated Coordinator of Logistics and Operations in Kuujjuaq. This permanent full-time role reports to the Assistant Director of Supply Chain and Logistics and oversees logistics, staffing, safety, inventories and delivery of goods to 14 Nunavik communities.

The ideal candidate has a post-secondary qualification in logistics or operations, 5+ years in a similar environment, strong leadership, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Completion of a post-secondary program in Operations Management, Logistics or equivalent field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of related experience in a logistics and operational environment including employee supervision.
• Demonstrated knowledge of inventory control methods, best practices and procedures.
• Proven experience in team leadership with attention to quality of service.
• Proven ability to delegate.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to adapt to new software is a must.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel to Nunavik communities.
• Written and oral knowledge of at least two of Inuktitut, English and French.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and supervise reception, custodial, and office supply functions.
• Supervise employees, set priorities, and monitor service delivery.
• Ensure safety standards and best practices in logistics and operations.
• Collaborate with Asset Management and Administration Logistics to process work orders and inventories.
• Ensure timely delivery of goods to northern communities by air cargo or sealift.
• Assist in budgeting for logistics and operational expenses and monitor expenditures.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes for efficiency and quality.
• Develop reports on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Delegation

Adaptability

Willingness to travel

Education

Post-secondary program in Operations Management or Logistics

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

JOB OPPORTUNITY

The Kativik Regional Government (KRG), a supra municipal body with jurisdiction over the territory located north of the 55th parallel, is now looking for a self-motivated and dynamic individual interested in joining the KRG to work in the capacity of:

COORDINATOR: LOGISTICS AND OPERATIONS

(Permanent, Full Time)

Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Supply Chain and Logistics of the KRG Administration Department, the Coordinator of Logistics and Operations is responsible for coordinating all activities and functions related to KRG logistics and operations.

Specific duties shall include, but not limited to:

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise all functions such as KRG Main Office receptionists, custodial requirements, maintain accurate stock levels of office type supplies, including overseeing storage of supplies and management of day-to-day logistical duties
• Supervise employees and identify priorities, schedules work plans and follow-up on the delivery of services
• Ensure total compliance of logistics and operations with safety standards and management best practices
• Working closely with the Coordinator of Asset Management, ensure the proper and timely completion of operational work order requests, including, but not limited to, housing and office inventories and disposal of KRG assets
• Working closely with the Administration Department’s Logistics Technician, ensure timely delivery of KRG goods and materials to the northern villages either by air cargo or annual sealift resupply
• Assist in the annual budget processes related to logistics and operational type expenses, control spending and set performance goals
• Identify opportunities for improvement, formulate best practices and implement changes for better efficiency and quality in compliance with KRG’s processes and procedures
• Work closely with the Assistant Director of Supply Chain and Logistics to manage documentation associated with producing reports on a daily, weekly and monthly basis
• Work in close collaboration with other departments to achieve common tasks
• Other related tasks as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of a post-secondary program in Operation Management, Logistics or equivalent field. Equivalent work experience and education will be considered.
• Minimum of five (5) years of related experience in a logistics and operational type of environment including employee supervision
• Demonstrated knowledge of inventory control methods, best practices and procedures required
• Proven experience in team leadership with attention to quality of service provided
• Proven ability to delegate
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office ( Word, Excel)
• Ability to adapt to new software is a must
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must be willing to travel frequently in the 14 communities in Nunavik
• Written and oral working knowledge of at least two (2) of the following languages: Inuktitut, English and French

Place of work: Kuujjuaq

Salary: Min. $ 98 420 yearly, max. $135 335 yearly (class 94)

Benefits:

• Cost-of-living differential: minimum $8,500 annually
• Food allowance: minimum $4 398 annually
• Annual leave trips: maximum of 3 per person annually
• Group benefits including Pension Plan
• Vacation: 30 days annually
• Statutory holidays: 20 days, including 10 during the Christmas period