Sales & Logistics Associate - Softwood Lumber

Goldbeck Recruiting; West Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vacation days

Bonus

Job summary

Independent Lumber Company in Vancouver seeks an entry-level logistics professional with an interest in developing a long-term career in logistics and sales. You will learn the company’s internal systems, databases, products, processes, and back-office operations from the ground up.

You will coordinate freight, track shipments, prepare and review shipping paperwork, and communicate with carriers and customers. There is training provided and a path to sales responsibilities as knowledge grows.

Qualifications

• Entry-level or early-career candidate interested in developing a long‑term career in logistics and sales.

Responsibilities

• Learn the company’s internal systems, database, products, processes, and back‑office operations from the ground up.
• Coordinate freight by contacting carriers and dispatchers to schedule trucks and ensure shipments move as planned.
• Track booked trucks and shipments, proactively identifying delays or issues and communicating updates to the appropriate parties.
• Prepare, review, and maintain shipping and logistics paperwork, ensuring information is complete and accurate.
• Communicate regularly with freight carriers, dispatchers, suppliers, customers, and internal team members by phone and email.

Job description

An independent lumber company built on strong relationships, integrity, and a commitment to doing business the right way. They take pride in building long-term partnerships with our customers and suppliers while creating a supportive, team-oriented environment for our employees. As a tight-knit and hands-on organization, they value hard work, accountability, collaboration, and a willingness to learn. Our people are given the opportunity to develop a strong understanding of the business, take on new responsibilities, and grow with the company.

Responsibilities

• Learn the company’s internal systems, database, products, processes, and back-office operations from the ground up.
• Coordinate freight by contacting carriers and dispatchers to schedule trucks and ensure shipments move as planned.
• Track booked trucks and shipments, proactively identifying delays or issues and communicating updates to the appropriate parties.
• Prepare, review, and maintain shipping and logistics paperwork, ensuring information is complete and accurate.
• Communicate regularly with freight carriers, dispatchers, suppliers, customers, and internal team members by phone and email.
• Troubleshoot day-to-day logistics issues and follow through until they are resolved.
• Support team members with operational and administrative tasks as required in a small, collaborative environment.
• Develop a strong understanding of lumber products, including different products, grades, applications, and customer requirements.
• Progress into sales responsibilities as knowledge of the business, products, and industry develops.
• Support the sales team by assisting with existing customer accounts and providing coverage when required.
• Re-engage existing or inactive customer accounts and develop opportunities for ongoing business.
• Identify and prospect new customers through outbound outreach and cold calling.
• Build and manage an individual customer base over time, developing long-term relationships and repeat business.
• Take increasing ownership of customer relationships and sales activities as experience and product knowledge grow.
• Proactively identify where help is needed and contribute beyond assigned responsibilities without waiting to be asked.

Qualifications

• Entry-level or early-career candidate who is interested in developing a long-term career in logistics and sales.
• Previous lumber industry experience is an asset but is not required.
• Previous logistics, transportation, freight coordination, customer service, or related experience is an asset but not required.
• No expectation of being a logistics expert; the company is prepared to train the right individual from the ground up.
• High level of ethics, honesty, integrity, and reliability.
• Energetic and enthusiastic with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Self-starter who recognizes what needs to be done and takes initiative.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with confidence communicating by phone and email.
• Friendly, professional, and comfortable building relationships with customers, suppliers, carriers, and coworkers.
• Resilient and comfortable handling rejection, particularly when progressing into cold calling and new business development.
• Strong attention to detail when handling shipment information, databases, and paperwork.
• Organized and capable of keeping track of multiple shipments, priorities, and follow-ups simultaneously.
• Comfortable solving problems and adapting when shipments or schedules do not go according to plan.
• Team-oriented and willing to step outside defined responsibilities to help the broader team succeed.
• Interested in learning the technical side of lumber products and understanding how different products and grades meet customer needs.
• Motivated to progress from logistics and operations into a customer-facing sales position.
• Character, attitude, and potential are valued more highly than direct industry experience.

Salary: $60,000 - $90,000 | Health Benefits | Vacation Days | Bonus