Logistics Specialist

Randstad Canada; Ashland (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Employee share purchase plan

Benefits package (insurance, telemed,

Annual allowance

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Cascades is seeking a Logistics Specialist in Ashland to coordinate production schedules, warehouse operations, and transportation planning. You will identify bottlenecks and drive improvements to throughput, inventory accuracy, and on-time delivery while supporting cross-functional teams.

The role requires a degree in logistics or related field and 3–5 years in logistics or manufacturing, with strong data-analysis skills, Excel proficiency, and experience with SAP or MES systems.

Qualifications

• Degree in logistics, supply chain, industrial engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years in logistics, supply chain, or manufacturing environment.
• Experience in data analysis, process improvement, and cross-functional coordination.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to translate data into actions.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Ability to influence without direct authority and drive collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Align production schedules with warehouse operations and transportation planning.
• Identify bottlenecks and implement solutions to improve throughput and on-time delivery.
• Monitor dock activity, yard management, and internal material handling processes.
• Analyze logistics data (SAP, MES, inventory systems) to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Participate in production meetings and planning discussions to ensure logistics readiness.
• Support reporting cadence and ensure visibility of logistics performance across departments.

Skills

Data analysis

Cross-functional coordination

Excel

ERP systems (SAP)

Lean Manufacturing

Problem-solving

Education

College or university degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Tools

SAP

MES

Inventory systems

Job description

Welcome to Cascades!

Bring your expertise to a people-first, dynamic environment where your ideas come to life and excellence shapes everything we do.

Join DOMINIC BONO's team as aLogistics SpecialistinAshlandand help build a more sustainable future.

What’s in it for you

Taking care of our people is in our nature - so you’ll enjoy:

• A competitive annual salary between$80,000 and $100,000
• Profit sharing and an employee share purchase plan
• A full range of benefits: group insurance, telemedicine, and an employer-supported retirement plan
• An annual allowance to spend on goods and services of your choice
• A yearly wellness program and employee assistance program
• A collaborative, respectful, and people-centered workplace

Your Role

AsLogistics Specialist, you’ll take on real challenges that bring out your full potential.

Your scope includes:

• Ensure alignment between production schedules, warehouse operations, and transportation planning.
• Identify bottlenecks and implement solutions to improve throughput, inventory accuracy, and on-time delivery.
• Monitor and improve dock activity, yard management, and internal material handling processes.
• Analyze logistics and operational data (SAP, MES, inventory systems) to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Participate in production meetings and planning discussions to ensure logistics readiness.
• Support reporting cadence and ensure visibility of logistics performance across departments.

What you bring

You're a natural fit forLogistics Specialistif you have:

• College or university degree required (Logistics, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or related field).
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or manufacturing environment.
• Experience in data analysis, process improvement, and cross-functional coordination.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to translate data into actions
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and ERP systems (SAP preferred)
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement methodologies
• Ability to influence without direct authority and drive collaboration

If you bring the same care to who you are as to what you do, we’d love to meet you!

Cascades values diversity and inclusion and considers all applications equitably