Major Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

- Arranging for the transfer of coffee (working with transportation brokers and others) to and from external warehouses in an efficient and cost effective manner
- Processing order transactions and managing the flow of goods within the ERP/WMS system
- Coordinate order volumes and operational capacities with warehouse
- Requesting and reviewing inventory maintenance (counts, re-weights, re-works, value added services), preparing and issuing certificates as required by customers
- Preparing various documentation including: Bills of Lading, Packing Slips, Customs Information, Prior Notices, Shipping Documents, weight certificates, load plans and Confirmation notices
- Following up with customers to arrange for ownership transfers and prepare required documentation
- Scheduling and managing transportation brokers and other suppliers
- Analyzing and improving current logistics processes
- Handle inventory discrepancies
- Maintain paper and computer files for inventory control, invoicing, etc.
- Prepare and periodically update work instructions for all routine tasks
- Oversee and maintain warehouse appointment schedule

Education/Experience:

- University Degree or College Diploma and/or relevant work experience
- >3 years’ experience in a logistics role in related field
- Prior experience dealing with international and US bound shipments
- Prior experience working in the food industry is preferred
- Proficiency with MS Office software programs (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Experience working with an ERP system or inventory management system highly desirable
- Experience issuing invoices and credit memos in an accounting system

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies:

- Keen attention to detail




- Problem solver possessing a “can do” attitude
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Ability to multitask without making errors in a fast paced environment
- Analytical ability to compare and contrast routes, carriers, rates, etc. so as to improve the flow of goods
- Strong negotiation skills
- The ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
- Effective communication skills (listening, speaking and written communication)
- Amiable, patient and cooperative with co-workers, suppliers and customers
- Passion for coffee!

Performance Expectations:

- Arrange for the efficient flow of goods to meet customer requirements in a timely manner
- Work with sales, operations & procurement, as well as customers and suppliers, to ensure raw materials and finished goods arrive when and where required
- Handle all the logistics process and support company owned warehouse operations.
- To provide expertise in traffic management (rate negotiations, identify opportunities/alternatives, best practices) to the company.

Contacts:

Internal Interactions:

- Interacts with all levels within the organization

External Interactions:

- External interactions are with ground and ocean transportation providers, USA FDA Bio-terrorism Regulations, customs brokers, external warehouses, and customers.

Job Type: Full time

Benefits:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Delta, BC V4G 1K8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

- Do you have experience working with ERP or WMS?

Experience:

- logistics: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Logistics Coordinator (Delta)
🏢 Seaforth Supply Chain Solutions
📍 Delta