Logistics Manager:

The Logistics Manager is responsible for the efficient, accurate, and cost-effective movement of products and materials into and out of the organization by air, sea, and land. This role oversees day-to-day shipping and receiving activities, warehouse organization, import and export coordination, freight coordination, customs and brokerage requirements, government compliance, all transportation documentation and manifests, carrier relationships, and import/export compliance.

The Logistics Manager will also play a key role in sourcing cost-effective carriers and brokers. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced workplace.

This is considered a mid-level management position reporting into Operations Leadership.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

Daily Shipping & Transportation:

- Manage the day-to-day tasks of the shipping and receiving team.
- Ensure all shipping documentation is complete, accurate, and retained appropriately.
- Act as the primary internal contact for customs brokers and freight providers.
- Arrange and manage shipments through:
- UPS and FedEx
- LTL Freight carriers
- Courier services
- Other transportation providers as required
- Prepare and/or review:
- Bills of Lading
- Packing slips
- Commercial invoices
- Certificates of origin
- Customs documentation
- Shipping labels
- Freight claims
- Export documentation
- Carrier paperwork
- Work with the team to ensure all documents are prepared and organized prior to the truck’s arrival.
- Track shipments and proactively address delays, damages, lost shipments, or other transportation issues.
- Maintain the integrity of the shipping and receiving schedules.

Customs, Brokerage, & Import/Export

- Manage the organization's day-to-day customs and brokerage requirements.
- Ensure products are properly classified and documented for import/export purposes, including annual filing and maintenance for CERS, CARM, USMCA, etc.
- Maintain accurate records relating to:




- HST/tariff codes
- Country of origin documentation
- Customs values
- Duties
- Taxes
- Brokerage fees
- Import/export documentation
- Review customs entries, broker invoices, and duty/tax charges for accuracy.
- Investigate and resolve customs discrepancies, delays, assessments, or documentation issues.
- Maintain appropriate records to support customs compliance and potential audits.
- Monitor changes to applicable customs, tariff, import/export, and transportation requirements and communicate relevant changes internally.
- Coordinate with customs brokers and internal stakeholders regarding new products, suppliers, countries, or shipping requirements.
- Support the organization in maintaining appropriate importer/exporter registrations, permits, accounts, and customs-related profiles.

Warehouse Management & Organization

- Oversee the organization, cleanliness, safety, and efficiency of the shipping/warehouse area.
- Establish and maintain logical locations for finished goods, components, packaging materials, shipping supplies, and incoming materials.
- Manage inventory of shipping materials, and ensure that boxes, pallets, labels, packaging materials, and other consumables are properly stocked.

Other Duties:

- Work closely with Sales, Customer Service, and Production to ensure orders are ready and shipped according to customer commitments.
- Review upcoming shipments and identify both potential issues before they affect delivery timelines, as well as opportunities for potential freight savings from bundling orders.
- Support special projects and shipments such as Tradeshows, large customer shipments, and product launches.




- Working alongside Operations Leadership, develop and start tracking logistics metrics and more visible data for reporting.
- Follow all Heath, Safety, Quality and Company policies and procedures, including maintaining employee certifications.
- Continuous improvement activities to reduce costs and improve efficiencies.

Preferred:

- Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field
- Professional designation in supply chain or logistics

Qualifications:

- Five (5) or more years of directly related experience, preferably on a global scale
- Previous experience in directing and overseeing shipping/receiving staff
- Understanding of Customs regulations and procedures including Tariffs, HS Codes, and CUSMA (USMCA) rules and regulations.
- Negotiation experience pertaining to rates with domestic and international carriers
- An understanding of dangerous goods and WHMIS
- Effective communications skills, written and verbal
- Creative problem-solving skills
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office®
- Self-starter; shows initiative; ability to conduct business in a professional manner
- One or more of the following; CPIM, CLTD, Value Analysis & Transportation of Dangerous Goods all considered an asset
- Experience preparing customs documentation and reviewing broker entries.
- Experience with inventory management systems or ERP platforms.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment

Applicants must be legally able to work in Canada and have a valid driver’s license.

FCI welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment opportunities with us, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Benefits

- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Work Location: In person

📌 Logistics Manager (Winnipeg)
🏢 Freedom Concepts
📍 Winnipeg