Transportation Coordinator – Vernon, British Columbia

Our Transportation Coordinator is passionate about logistics and global transportation options. With a keen focus on both the customer and the cost, they are a key player when it comes to coordinating and optimizing the movement of product to Tolko’s customers around the globe. If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, read on to learn more.

We’re looking for a Transportation Coordinator to join our head office located in Vernon, British Columbia. Our head office houses Tolko’s corporate services groups including Sales, Marketing & Logistics, Finance, Accounting & Credit, IT, Procurement and Human Resources.

Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:

- Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
- High degree of initiative, accountability, and ownership.
- Curious, adaptable, and eager to continuously learn and improve .
- Experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain, forestry, manufacturing , or a related industry would be considered an asset.
- Diploma, degree, or designation in a related field of study or equivalent experience .
- Proficient with MS Office.
- Superior organizational, analytical, interpersonal, communication and time‑management skills are required.
- Cutting-edge thinker and a passion for problem solving .
- Ability to operate in a fast‑paced team environment while providing superior service to internal and external customers .
- Use of analytics to provide sound recommendations.

In this role, you will:

- Success in this role requires curiosity, humility, critical thinking, and a desire to continuously learn and improve.




- Develop and maintain relationships with railroads, trucking companies, reload operators, and other transportation partners.
- Analyze transportation performance, identify cost‑saving opportunities and develop recommendations that improve supply‑chain efficiency and customer service .
- Coordinate and manage the movement of several modes of transportation, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of products.
- Act as a liaison between mills, shippers, sales teams, and reload locations to facilitate smooth operations .
- Monitor and optimize car supply, manage rates, and ensure compliance with contracts and regulations.
- Build alternative supply‑chain solutions that differentiate Tolko and yourself in the marketplace.
- Interface with external stakeholders , such as suppliers, carriers, customers, and regulatory agencies.
- Achieve specific budget targets and performance scorecard goals that are applicable to the strategic supply‑chain vision.

So, what’s in it for you?

- You’ll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members .
- You’ll earn a competitive salary based on your skills and experience . The expected base salary range for this position is $60,000 – $80,000 per year .
- You’ll be eligible for excellent benefits and access to our retirement plans , so you don’t have to choose between your bottom line and your wellbeing or your future.
- You’ll be supported in continued development through on‑the‑job and classroom training and reimbursement of tuition and membership fees.
- You’ll be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment .

#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Transportation Coordinator (Vernon)
🏢 Tolko Industries
📍 Vernon