Logistics Coordinator: Cross-Border Ops & Growth

Dakeryn; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Extended health and dental benefits

Savings plan

Vacation time and paid holidays

Hands-on training and mentorship

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Dakeryn, a leading Canadian lumber wholesale and distribution company, is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to support sales distribution across Eastern Canada and the U.S. You will book and trace shipments from mills to customers, maintain transportation records, and nurture carrier relationships in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates bring 2–5 years in logistics coordination, strong Excel and ERP/TMS familiarity, and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of logistics or supply chain coordination experience.
• Experience in lumber or building materials is a strong asset.
• Knowledge of truck types, sizing, and shipment modes (FTL, LTL) is an asset.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive, professional, and effective communication across channels.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; ERP/TMS experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate loads and book trucks, balancing customer urgency, cost-efficiency, and carrier options.
• Maintain accurate transportation and order records; support carrier and customer relationships.
• Serve as primary liaison linking sales, mills, reloads, and carriers for on-time delivery.
• Handle rush loads and time-sensitive shipments with proactive scheduling updates.
• Negotiate freight rates and manage relationships with carrier partners across modes (FTL, LTL, intermodal, hot shot).
• Provide options regarding order consolidation of multi-drop shipments to optimize routing and cost.
• Conduct market research and recommend courses of action based on findings.
• Provide freight rate quotes and lane recommendations to the sales team.
• Oversee cross-border shipment documentation and ensure compliance.
• Source new transportation partners and evaluate performance.
• Trace shipments and escalate carrier performance issues; maintain schedules and rate records.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Strong communication

Organization

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Post-secondary education in supply chain/logistics/business administration

CITT certification (plus)

Tools

ERP

Transportation Management System

Job description

Dakeryn, a leading Canadian lumber wholesale and distribution company, is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to support sales distribution across Eastern Canada and the U.S. You will book and trace shipments from mills to customers, maintain transportation records, and nurture carrier relationships in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates bring 2–5 years in logistics coordination, strong Excel and ERP/TMS familiarity, and a collaborative mindset.