Transportation Coordinator

Tolko Industries • Vernon, BC

41d • CA$60,000 - CA$80,000 • Onsite

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High degree of initiative, accountability, and ownership.
• Curious, adaptable, and eager to continuously learn and improve.
• A 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.
• Innovative 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain, forestry, manufacturing, or a related industry would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on skills and experience ($60,000 - $80,000 per year).
• Excellent benefits.
• Access to retirement plans.
• Continued development through on-the-job and classroom training.
• Reimbursement of tuition and membership fees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree