Logistics Coordinator

O Foods Ltd; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental benefits

Work-life balance

On the job training & development

Paid vacation and personal days

Job summary

O Foods Ltd, located just west of Winnipeg, is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to manage shipping documentation, oversee shipments, and assist with carrier communications. The role collaborates with Customer Service and Warehouse teams to ensure timely deliveries and accurate reporting.

The position includes preparing reports, optimizing logistics procedures, and supporting export/import documentation tasks as needed. A strong Excel skillset and knowledge of Dynamics GP are valued.

Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent; higher education is an asset.
• Experience in logistics required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient with MS Excel and reporting tools.
• Ability to create complex spreadsheets and dashboards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor supply chain operations.
• Book trucks and rail cars to meet delivery dates.
• Prepare shipping documents and review paperwork.
• Negotiate rates with carriers and monitor shipments.
• Maintain records and support customer service and warehouse teams.
• Analyze and optimize logistics procedures.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Communication skills

MS Dynamics GP

Excel

Customer service

Education

Secondary school diploma

Post-secondary degree an asset

Tools

MS Dynamics GP

Excel

Job description

Are you interested in working for a company that partners with local farmers to produce sustainable, healthy oat ingredients to feed the world? Just west of Winnipeg, O Foods has built the most advanced oat mill in North America to meet growing global demand. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Paterson Global Foods, we have strong roots in Canadian agriculture and believe in delivering value to the entire food supply chain.

We are seeking an individual for our open Logistics Coordinator position. Primary duties include preparing shipping documentation, overseeing shipping, responding to complaints or questions from carriers, and providing shipping instructions and information.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor supply chain operations.
• Booking trucks and rail cars to deliver loads to customers for requested delivery date.
• Send Booking Confirmation, Send Delivery Confirmation, Send Customs Documentation
• Reviewing and preparing paperwork to ship orders.
• Plan and track the shipment of products according to customer requirements.
• Keep logs and records of on time delivery, executed orders, rejected trailers, etc.
• Maintain records to support a customer scorecard.
• Works closely with Customer Service and Warehouse team.
• Addressing and resolving shipment and inventory issues.
• Monitoring shipments, costs, timelines, and productivity.
• Prepare accurate reports for upper management.
• Discuss and negotiate rates with new or existing carriers.
• Analyzing and optimizing logistical procedures.
• Assist with export and import documentation
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Secondary school diploma or equivalency; post-secondary degree is an asset.
• Previous work in a logistics role is required.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Willingness to achieve goals and self-improvement.
• Comfortable with multi levels of software.
• Knowledge of MS Dynamic GP is an asset.
• Ability to create and maintain complex spreadsheets, reports, and dashboards using Excel.
• Strong Organizational and Multitasking Skills
• Relationship Management, Communication, and Customer Service Skills
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

Hours

• Full time position, 40 hours weekly
• Monday to Friday, day shift, 8-hour shifts

Benefits

• Attractive compensation package including company paid medical & dental benefits.
• Work-life balance and Employee Assistance Programs.
• On the job training & development and career growth opportunities.
• Paid vacation and personal days.

O Foods Ltd is passionate about oats and strives to be the innovation partner throughout the supply chain from farmers to consumers. We want to be the preferred oat ingredient supplier by collaborating to create value and sustained growth for all stakeholders.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected further in the process will be contacted.

O Foods Ltd is an equal opportunity employer and is committed in building a skilled and diverse workforce. We encourage women, aboriginal peoples, members of visible minorities and persons with disabilities to apply.