Logistics Manager - Marine

West Fraser • Vancouver, BC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

West Fraser is seeking a Logistics Manager - Marine for its Vancouver Corporate office. Reporting to the Senior Manager – Shared Services North American Logistics, this role is responsible for overseeing and optimizing marine transportation and logistics, as well as leading and developing a high-performing team. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership skills and strategic thinking to drive efficiency, enhance vendor partnerships, and align logistics with overall business objectives.

Requirements

• Strong leadership and team-building skills with the ability to inspire and mentor
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills for working with vendors and internal stakeholders
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed business decisions
• Problem-solving skills to develop innovative solutions and improve logistics processes
• Ability to work cross-functionally and collaborate with multiple teams
• Comfortable with public speaking and presenting market trends and strategic recommendations
• Ability to travel up to 20%
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in Logistics, Supply Chain, or Transportation management
• Demonstrated experience in Marine Logistics
• Knowledge of contract negotiations, vendor management, and rate analysis
• Proficiency in transportation management systems (TMS), ERP software, and data analytics tools
• Experience with reporting tools and data analytics (Excel, Power BI)
• Knowledge of industry regulations, safety standards, and sustainability practices

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in team leadership, coaching, and employee development is strongly preferred
• Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) designation is an asset

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop a diverse and inclusive team of Logistics professionals, fostering accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement
• Develop, implement and monitor modal Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that support strategic priorities and enable data-driven decision-making
• Build and maintain relationships with transportation providers to ensure service reliability, cost efficiency, and contract compliance
• Manage service performance with Marine partners
• Manage Marine Logistics contracts to maintain competitiveness and alignment with business goals
• Oversee Customer Export Reporting and other related customs procedures
• Develop, implement and execute logistics strategies related to shipping methods, inventory management, and process optimization to meet customer and business requirements
• Partner with Operations and Sales to align KPI’s, improve profitability, and support commercial objectives
• Build a strong understanding of production operations through mill visits and ongoing operational engagement
• Develop a working knowledge of sales strategies and market demand to proactively support business needs
• Develop a thorough understanding of modal transportation markets and trends

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with an annual bonus opportunity. The typical salary range for this position is $102,000 - $121,000, which may vary depending on education and relevant experience.
• Comprehensive benefits: including medical, dental, and vision coverage, pension and saving plans, life, disability, and accident insurance, vacation time, paid holidays and additional benefits to support your well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees