Logistic Coordinator

Russel Metals; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base rate

Profit-sharing plan

Benefits program

Pension plan

Development and Growth Opportunities

Incentive and recognition programs

Job summary

Russel Metals in Winnipeg seeks a Logistics Coordinator to manage shipments, document flow, and schedule integrity. You will coordinate local and inter-branch transfers, communicate delivery exceptions, and support customers with order statuses and changes.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, timely invoicing, and adherence to health, safety, quality, and company policies, with a Monday–Friday schedule typical for this position.

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative or coordinator role supporting business.
• Experience in logistics or dispatch is an asset.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel required.

Responsibilities

• Determine the most effective method of shipment by using knowledge of shipping procedures, rates, and routes.
• Prepare and organize all documents prior to the truck arrival.
• Maintain the integrity of shipping and receiving schedules.
• Ensure all customer and regulatory requirements are adhered to.
• Immediately communicate exceptions for on-time delivery to the appropriate salesperson.
• Coordinate inter-branch material transfers and back orders as needed.

Skills

Shipping coordination

Logistics support

MS Office & Excel

AS400 ERP system

Dispatch software

Time management

Tools

AS400 ERP

Truck dispatch software

Job description

Russel Metals is one of the largest metals distribution companies in North America, with a growing focus on value-added processing. It carries on business in three segments: metals service centers, energy field stores and steel distributors. Its network of metals service centers carries an extensive line of metal products in a wide range of sizes, shapes and specifications, including carbon hot rolled and cold finished steel, pipe and tubular products, stainless steel, aluminum and other non-ferrous specialty metals. Its energy field stores carry a specialized product line focused on the needs of energy industry customers. Its steel distributors operations act as master distributors selling steel in large volumes to other steel service centers and large equipment manufacturers mainly on an "as is" basis.

Reasons to Join Our Team!

• Competitive base rate
• Profit-sharing plan
• Benefits program
• Pension plan
• Development and Growth Opportunities
• Various incentive and recognition programs

Job Summary:

• Determine the most effective method of shipment by utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, rates, and routes
• Ensure all documents are prepared and organized prior to the truck arrival
• Maintain the integrity of the shipping and receiving schedules
• Ensure all Customer and regulatory requirements are adhered to
• Immediate communication of all exceptions for Customer on time delivery or otherwise to the appropriate salesperson
• Ensure all back orders are released and issued with appropriate material incoming documents
• Maintain inventory of shipping materials
• Coordinate the timely return of materials though the MRA process
• Coordinate inter-branch material transfers
• Route local freight requirements onto scheduled daily preloads
• Point of contact for Sales requests with regards to order status, changes and/or deletions
• Organize direct supplier to customer shipments, ensuring next day proof of delivery is attained
• Invoice shipped orders, ensuring status is maintained throughout cycle
• Report on late orders and daily preload percentage
• Organize documents as required for furtherance to other department
• File and maintain records as required
• Time stamps all inbound and outbound driver records
• Follow all Heath, Safety, Quality and Company policies and procedures.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Previous experience in an administrative or coordinator role supporting business
• Experience working within a logistics or dispatch position, is an asset
• Knowledge of City of Winnipeg and Rural Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta
• Effective communication skills and problem-solving abilities
• Strong time management and organizational skills (multi-task)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel, is required
• Metals industry product knowledge, is an asset
• Experience with AS400-based ERP systems and trucking dispatch software would be an asset

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

We are an organization that is committed to the principles of Employment Equity which includes maintaining a fair, equitable and diverse workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.