Logistics Coordinator

**Job Posting: Logistics Coordinator**

**Location**: Bracebridge, Ontario, Canada

**Company**: True North Log & Timber Homes Inc.

**Position**: Logistics Coordinator

**Job Type**: Full-Time

**Compensation**: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications

**About Us**: True North Log & Timber Homes is a leading provider of high-quality log and timber homes, committed to delivering exceptional service and craftsmanship to our customers. We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Logistics Coordinator to join our dynamic team.

As a Logistics Coordinator, you will play a vital role in ensuring the efficient operation of our warehouse. You will be responsible for managing inventory, handling shipments, maintaining safety standards, coordinating logistics, and supporting various other warehouse and factory activities. This position requires a strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with other team members.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Inventory Management**:

- Track and catalog inventory, perform regular stock checks, and update databases to reflect current inventory levels.
- Manage stock levels to prevent shortages or overstock situations.
- Report Inventory Count Results to Finance and support the team during the Inventory Reconciliation Process.

**Handling Shipments**:

- Receive goods, inspect incoming shipments, and ensure they match purchase orders and meet quality standards. Coordinate with the supplier if the goods received do not meet the standard and report any deficiencies to the Leadership Team.
- Organize and prepare orders for shipment, ensuring the correct products are included and securely packed.
- Coordinate all Shipping and Receiving, communicating with the Operations Team to ensure proper flow of information is achieved.

**Purchasing and ERP Management**:

- Fulfill and facilitate all parts and material orders that are listed on the production order.
- Purchase materials for orders and submit purchase orders in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software.
- Maintain accurate records of all purchasing activities and ensure timely procurement of necessary materials.
- Forecast raw material requirements and facilitate the ordering and replenishments to ensure that there is enough material to satisfy demand.

**Maintaining Safety Standards**:

- Member of the Health and Safety Committee, obtain appropriate qualifications and attend all meetings as required by legislation.
- Ensure all goods are stored securely and maintain a clean and safe work environment by following health and safety regulations.
- Operate material handling equipment like forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks safely and efficiently.

**Production Order Fulfillment**:

- Pick and pack products from inventory for shipment.
- Verify that orders are accurate and that packaging is secure to prevent damage during transit.
- Consume all packed items using a barcode reader and manual entry into the ERP system and report any discrepancies to the Leadership Team.

**Logistics Coordination**:

- Lead in the loading and unloading of trucks and other vehicles.
- Coordinate with logistics providers to schedule and track shipments.
- Utilize various equipment such as a forklift, lift truck or Front End Loader to load and unload shipments.
- Coordinate shipments with freight companies that align with the load and delivery dates of consumer packages to ensure on time delivery.

**Database Management**:

- Maintain accurate records of all warehouse activities, including inventory levels, shipments, and receipts.
- Update inventory and logistics software with current information.
- Maintain a grid map of the yard and keep location ID's up to date so operations staff know where all material can be found at all times.

**Yard Management**:

- Perform snow removal using equipment to ensure safe and accessible warehouse and factory premises during winter months.
- Organize all inventory in the year to account for first in and first out, moisture content of raw materials, and by ensuring all material is protected from the elements by ensuring it is appropriately covered.

**Supporting Factory Staff**:

- Provide support to factory staff as required, including assisting with production tasks and ensuring smooth workflow.

**Other Duties**:

- Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall operations of the warehouse and factory.

**Qualifications**:

- High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certifications in logistics, supply chain management, or related fields is a plus.
- Forklift qualification and experience operating heavy equipment.
- Proven experience in warehouse operations, inventory management, and logistics.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate with variou