Coordinator, Logistics (Fixed-Term)

Porter Airlines Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Porter Airlines is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to manage daily shipments and coordinate AOG and domestic shipments. You will liaise with carriers, brokers, and internal teams to ensure accurate documentation and timely deliveries at Ottawa-based operations.

The role emphasizes safety, communication, and efficient freight management within a fast-paced aviation logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in a logistics or shipping role.
• Aviation parts experience is an asset.
• Experience with AMOS is an asset.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to obtain a Transport Canada restricted area pass.

Responsibilities

• Daily management and coordination of all shipments.
• Coordinate AOG shipments from pickup to delivery and keep stakeholders informed.
• Organize import/export/domestic shipments and ensure proper paperwork.
• Negotiate and monitor carrier rates.
• Optimize shipper/courier network and monitor freight costs.
• Ensure cross-border shipping requirements and broker coordination.
• Support Porter’s Safety Management System.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

Porter Airlines manages a considerable number of shipments for aircraft parts and other maintenance supplies daily. A wide network of couriers, brokers and shipping companies are used to transport these items. Reporting to the Manager, Demand Planning and Logistics Optimization, the Coordinator, Logistics is responsible for coordinating all activities related to these shipments.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Daily management and coordination of all shipments
• Ensure proper handling of AOG shipments from pick up to delivery and to provide continuous information flow between the shipper and the Company
• Organization and coordination of Import/Export/Domestic AOG and routine shipments
• Negotiate, confirm and monitor rates with carriers
• Optimize current network of shippers/couriers to review shipments for accuracy, oversee customs documentation, manage critical shipments and educate all departments of the most cost and time efficient way to ship
• Work with individual vendors to ensure level of service arrangements are honored
• Develop and monitor all processes surrounding freight shipments including vendor selection during AOG, normal deliveries and expedited deliveries
• Develop and monitor all aspects surrounding freight costs and provide monthly updates on freight cost vs target
• Review of vendor invoices for accuracy
• Ensure all aspects of cross-border shipments are put in place including brokers, bonded storage, paperwork etc.
• Actively participate in Porter’s Safety Management System (SMS) including, reporting hazards and incidents encountered in daily operations; understand, comply and promote the Company Safety Policy
• Perform other functions and duties as assigned

Behavioural Competencies

• Concern for Safety: Identifying hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and taking appropriate action to maintain a safe environment for self and others.

• Teamwork: Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals.

• Passenger/Customer Service: Providing service excellence to internal and/or external customers (passengers).

• Initiative: Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise.

• Results Focus: Focusing efforts on achieving high quality results consistent with the organization’s standards.

• Fostering Communication: Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and building consensus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 - 5 years of experience in a logistics or shipping role
• Experience with aviation parts is an asset
• Experience with AMOS an asset
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite
• Must possess strong communication, negotiation skills, and leadership skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment and remain professional in stressful situations
• Able to obtain a Transport Canada restricted area pass

Location

Ottawa (Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport - YOW) #LI-Onsite

Company Description

Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves North America, including a coast-to-coast domestic Canadian network, the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®. Visit www.flyporter.com or follow @porterairlines on Instagram, Facebook and X.