logistics lead

Government of Canada - Western; Surrey; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is looking for a skilled individual to manage operational logistics in Metro Vancouver. Duties include compiling orders, providing customer service, and coordinating tasks. Educational requirements include a college diploma or equivalent experience, with 1 to 2 years of relevant work experience preferred. This is a full-time on-site position, with no remote work options available.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of relevant work experience is required.
• Must possess a college level diploma or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Compile orders and instructions from customers.
• Develop specific plans to prioritize tasks.
• Organize logistical operations for the organization.
• Prepare and submit reports and worksheets.
• Provide customer service and coordinate activities.

Skills

Customer service

Operational logistics

Cross border dispatching knowledge

Scheduling

Education

College diploma or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities Tasks

• Compile orders and instructions received from customers
• Develop specific plans to prioritize
• Organize tasks to accomplish the work
• Plan and organize operational logistics of the organization
• Track and complete work orders
• Co-ordinate activities with other work units or departments
• Perform routine clerical duties
• Prepare and submit reports
• Compile worksheets and specifications of orders
• Provide customer service
• Co-ordinate, assign and review work
• Requisition or order materials, equipment and supplies
• Communicate with ships, aircraft and other remote operations
• Dispatch personnel according to schedules and work orders
• Dispatch personnel as required by emergency situations
• Follow‑up on issues with work orders
• Keep track of shipments
• Knowledge of cross border dispatching regulations and practices
• Knowledge of highway trucking and associated rules and regulations
• Maintain vehicle operator work records
• Schedule assignments and co-ordinate activities of vehicle operators, crews and equipment