Logistics Coordinator

Teknion - Family of Brands; Toronto; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Teknion - Family of Brands in Toronto seeks a Logistics Coordinator to support consolidation and logistics operations across the Toronto and Quebec centers, collaborating with manufacturing plants to ensure smooth flow of products.

You will load-plan, maintain quality standards, manage packaging, resolve damaged goods, and generate reports to inform business development. Excellent communication, organization and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Logistics Management/Planning required.
• 5-10 years progressive experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication, presentation, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of Teknion’s operational and manufacturing process and product lines.
• Able to adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership to the logistics operations team.
• Load-plan, maintain quality standards, manage packaging and claims issues.
• Inspect items arriving at the Consolidation centre and advise on damages or issues.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing locations and FCC centres to replace lost/damaged product.
• Ensure internal control systems are in place and functioning.
• Develop vendor relationships and support pricing requests.
• Prepare reports to support business development and growth.
• Develop and implement new logistics solutions as needed.
• Collaborate with Quebec facility to standardize practices and changes.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Organization

Problem-solving

Leadership

Decision making

Time management

Assertiveness

Education

Diploma in Logistics Management/Planning

Tools

Google Office

Microsoft Word

Excel

ERP

Job description

The Logistics Coordinator will provide support to the Toronto Consolidation and Logistics operational team, to ensure the effective management of all Consolidation activities. They will also work as a key member of the team supporting the Teknion manufacturing plants; as well coordinating with the Quebec Consolidation centre team.

Responsibilities:

• Support the logistics operations team by providing day to day leadership and guidance
• Work in collaboration with the logistics support group to load-plan, maintain quality standards, manage packaging and claims issues
• Inspect items/products arriving at the Consolidation centre and advise of any damages or other issues and possible corrective actions
• Work with Manufacturing locations and other FCC locations to replace lost or damaged product as necessary
• Ensure all internal control systems are in place, maintained and functioning adequately
• Support and liase with Teknion Manufacturing Plants regarding labelling, and provide client solutions and transportation pricing requests
• Must be able to communicate effectively to support and promote Teknion’s core values
• Develop and maintain positive business relationships with vendors
• Analyze and prepare various reports to support business development and growth
• Analyze logistical problems and develop new solutions as required
• Work closely with the logistics group in our Quebec facility to ensure all logistics practices and systems changes and requirements are consistent
• Ensure all logistics-related operations are following applicable health and safety and all other rules and regulations

Qualifications:

• Diploma in Logistics Management/Planning
• 5-10 years of progressive experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Strong communication, presentation, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Understanding of Teknion’s operational and manufacturing process
• Understanding of Teknion’s business practices and products
• Able to adapt and work well in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication, organization, leadership, decision making and time management skills
• Assertive and professional in the building of relationships
• Ability to learn, adapt and apply new systems, techniques and technologies
• Strong computer skills including Google Office, Microsoft Word and Excel, ERP

The expected base salary range for this position $49,330 - $61,675. Final base salary offers will reflect an assessment of the selected candidate's skills, demonstrated competencies, and adherence to our internal pay equity framework.

Teknion is committed to supporting a culture of diversity and accessibility across the organization, starting with the hiring process. It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment and support a diverse workforce. Teknion welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

By applying for a position with Teknion, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Teknion's employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, credit check and criminal check. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.