Specialist, Commercial Logistics

Domtar Corporation; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in logistics located in Montreal is seeking a Specialist, Commercial Logistics to negotiate transportation agreements and manage supplier relationships. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in logistics, 5-7 years of experience in the manufacturing or distribution sector, and strong negotiation skills. This full-time role offers competitive pay, an annual bonus, and a hybrid workplace model.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus

Three weeks vacation and floating holidays

Full range of group insurance

Defined-contribution pension plan

Employee and family assistance program

Education assistance program

Hybrid workplace

Office accessible by public transit

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of relevant experience in a large public company in the manufacturing or distribution sector.
• Experience in negotiating with railways and marine companies is an asset.
• Several contacts within the transportation industry.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate transportation agreements to secure competitive outcomes.
• Manage supplier relationships and resolve operational issues promptly.
• Oversee contracts based on market trends and company needs.
• Monitor market conditions to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Technical negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in logistics operation management or production management

Job description

Specialist, Commercial Logistics

Location: Montreal, Montreal Office (QMTL), CA, H3B 2N2

Department: Wood Products Logistics & Shipping (WS02)

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The location in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, is seeking talent to fill the position of Specialist, Commercial Logistics. This job is full-time permanent.

Overview:

Reporting to the Commercial Logistics Supervisor, you will play a strategic role in negotiating transportation agreements and managing supplier relationships to ensure competitive, service-oriented solutions. Your work will directly impact cost efficiency, operational performance, and customer satisfaction.

• Negotiate short-, medium-, and long-term transportation agreements to secure the most competitive and service-focused outcomes.
• Manage supplier relationships and resolve operational issues promptly.
• Oversee existing contracts to ensure optimal conditions based on market trends and the company’s current and future footprint.
• Continuously monitor and analyse market conditions to identify cost-saving opportunities and diversify the supplier base.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key logistics providers to maximize value for the company.
• Collaborate with Sales and Planning teams to align logistics decisions with customer needs and strategic priorities.
• Maintain transportation rate databases, manage claims, and reconcile payment discrepancies.
• Prepare spending approvals and contract justification documents for suppliers.

Your profile :

• Bachelor’s degree in logistics operation management or production management.
• Experience in negotiating with railways and marine companies, an asset.
• 5 to 7 years of relevant experience working for a large public company in the manufacturing or distribution sector.
• Has several contacts within the transportation industry.

Your Skills:

• Strong technical and contract negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to make sound decisions based on experience and judgement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively with others.

What we are offering

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• At least three weeks of vacation and three floating holidays a year from the first day of work, depending on your experience
• Full range of group insurance from the first day of work
• Defined-contribution pension plan with generous employer participation from the first day of work
• Employee and family assistance program
• Education assistance program
• Hybrid workplace: in-person and remote work
• Work environment based on respect, inclusion and diversity
• Office accessible by public transit

(*) English bilingual: If listed, this qualification is required since this function requires regular verbal and/or written interaction with customers, partners and/or our American subsidiaries.

Domtar is firmly committed to placing greater emphasis on the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion to empower all employees to reach their full potential. We form a dynamic team whose diverse backgrounds and wealth of perspectives are one of the keys to our success. We offer an inclusive, rewarding and safe work environment with opportunities that will help grow your skills.