Supply Chain and Logistics Analyst

Forward Education; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Canada is seeking a Supply Chain Analyst to manage global supply chains. The ideal candidate will facilitate logistics, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure timely availability of products. With a minimum of 5 years' experience and the SCMP designation, this role offers a competitive salary and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Competitive salary

15 vacation days and 2 personal days

Health & dental plan

Wellness spending account

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a supply chain role.
• Electronics and tech industry experience is an asset.
• Ability to challenge the status quo and continuously improve systems.

Responsibilities

• Act as the key point of contact with suppliers and internal customers.
• Control and negotiate costs and ensure timely supply.
• Manage international logistics efficiently.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Negotiation

ERP Systems

Logistics Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree/diploma in a related discipline

Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation

Tools

Google Sheets

Excel

Job description

Overview

Forward Education is looking for a seasoned supply chain professional to play a key role in how the company scales globally and impacts education for millions of students. In this new age of AI, the coding and computer science skills we teach at Forward are important curriculum to set these new generations up for success. In the next 3 years, every school, after school program, library and summer camp in the world will be teaching AI literacy and coding – we’re going to help them lead the way.

You’ll manage the whole supply chain from manufacturing, logistics and ensuring that we have the right inventory on hand in warehouses around the world to serve our customers and partners. This role requires prior experience working with partners overseas to ensure high quality and cost effective manufacturing for robotics kits and STEM products for schools.

Responsibilities

• Act as the key point of contact with suppliers and internal customers and translate requirements for specifications.
• Lead the RFP process and analyze prices, terms, and conditions from multiple sources; create comparative tables.
• Control and negotiate costs, solve problems and ensure timely supply.
• Manage global inventories to ensure timely availability of products for direct customers and reseller partners worldwide.
• Collaborate with the finance team on spend analysis and monthly inventory reconciliation.
• Manage international logistics, including freight forwarding, customs clearance, tariff optimization, and import/export documentation, to ensure efficient and compliant movement of goods.
• Optimize freight costs and transit times through effective negotiation with logistics providers and strategic routing.

Qualifications

• Degree/diploma in a related discipline.
• Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a supply chain role.
• Electronics and tech industry experience is an asset.
• Proven experience using ERP systems and Google or Microsoft applications with advanced knowledge of Google Sheets / Excel.
• Experience with eCommerce and B2B fulfillment platforms.
• Experience managing logistics and 3PL contracts and relationships.
• Prior relationships with international logistics partners for parcel and freight.
• Expertise in navigating Incoterms and negotiating with shipping companies.
• Experience negotiating with overseas partners and manufacturers to achieve favorable terms and cost reductions.
• Ability to challenge the status quo and continuously improve systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience.
• Vacation time: Begin with 15 vacation days and 2 "Because We Care" personal days.
• Hybrid work: Work from anywhere for two days a week with our hybrid work policy.
• Health coverage: Health & dental plan plus access to an Employee Assistance Program.
• Wellness spending: Access to a wellness spending account.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Education

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