Senior Logistics Planner - Hybrid (Vancouver)

SmartSweets; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bear Benefits (free candy!)

Extended Benefits (health, dental, EAP

5 Paid Restore Days

SweetWeek

Summer FriYAYs

Life, Work, Flow Philosophy

Monthly Cell Phone bill reimbursement

Community Love (paid Volunteer Day)

Puppy Friendly Office

Regular Squad Social Events

Job summary

SmartSweets is seeking a Sr. Logistics Planner to coordinate the flow of goods across the supply chain, with a focus on inventory accuracy, lot level integrity and freshness. The role reports to the Manager, Logistics and is a Vancouver hybrid position with in-office days.

You will develop logistics plans, monitor shipments (OTIF), manage cross-border activities, and reconcile ERP with 3PL systems. Requires 5+ years in logistics, a related bachelor’s degree, and experience with SCM software;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years experience in logistics, supply chain, or transportation management, including at least 2 years owning inventory or logistics planning end to end.
• Experience with Supply Chain Management software (e.g., TMS, WMS, ERP systems), with experience reconciling inventory between an ERP and external partners at month end Netsuite experience is a strong asset.
• Strong understanding of transportation modes, inventory management, and distribution strategies, including how routing and mode decisions affect landed cost.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to turn data into a recommendation.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail, with the judgment to re-prioritize when plans change and still hit deadlines.
• Clear verbal and written communication with internal teams, carriers, brokers, and vendors.
• Ability to travel within Canada and the US 1 to 2 times per year.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement logistics plans to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods and services.
• Monitor shipments, ensuring they are delivered on time and in full (OTIF).
• Manage cross border shipments, maintaining working familiarity with FDA. regulations and requirements. This includes the overseeing of the customer clearance process.
• Review and manage inventory levels, ensuring alignment with demand forecasts and minimizing stockouts or overstock situations.
• Oversee lot level inventory management and reconciliation across all locations.
• Identify and resolve issues related to delays, damaged goods, or other logistics disruptions.
• Collaborate closely with 3PL partners to ensure inventory and shipping accuracy.
• Complete month end reconciliation of ERP against all 3PL systems.
• Analyze freight and warehouse costs and their impact on overall spend.
• Travel to 3PL’s for facility and process reviews.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Independence

Team collaboration

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

TMS

WMS

ERP systems

Netsuite

Job description

SmartSweets is seeking a Sr. Logistics Planner to coordinate the flow of goods across the supply chain, with a focus on inventory accuracy, lot level integrity and freshness. The role reports to the Manager, Logistics and is a Vancouver hybrid position with in-office days.

You will develop logistics plans, monitor shipments (OTIF), manage cross-border activities, and reconcile ERP with 3PL systems. Requires 5+ years in logistics, a related bachelor’s degree, and experience with SCM software;