Logistics Coordinator

**LOGISTICS COORDINATOR**

We don’t have a factory, we have a workshop.

We don’t just use our hands, we engage our minds.

While some serve clients, we forge partnerships.

While others fill orders, we provide solutions.

Visual Elements is a value-added manufacturer of custom retail fixtures, components and visual merchandising products based in Toronto. We work closely with designers and architects to create superior quality consumer environments and develop new products and finishes to meet the demands of a globally competitive retail sector. From full retail environments to a store fixture to retail shelving to a simple visual display, our custom fixtures become part of the retail environments of some of the most prestigious retailers worldwide.

The **Logistics Coordinator **will assist with the coordination of all shipments from project start to delivery. Duties will include:

- Using the ERP system to track and organize shipments.
- Coordinating with Project Managers to confirm delivery requirements / scope.
- Using shop drawings to determine an optimized packaging / skid plan for projects.
- Using shop drawings to determine the correct HTS Code for each product and updating the ERP system.
- Working with Purchasing to order skids and ensure they arrive to meet production demand.
- Determining the best mode of transport based on the above.
- Producing reports for all shipments and their packaging requirements to share with assembly and warehousing.
- Working with Production, Purchasing, and Project Management to confirm product will be ready to ship on schedule.
- Quoting and booking shipments both inbound and outbound.
- Working with the Warehouse Coordinator to determine if 3PL warehousing is required.
- Working with Warehouse Coordinator to ensure goods are consolidated on time for shipping.
- Ensure the accuracy of Finished Goods Transactions in the ERP system.
- Review and inspect shipments to ensure packaging is acceptable for product type and booked mode of transport.
- Creating packing slips, BOL’s, address labels, and customs documentation for shipments as required.
- Working with estimating/project managers and freight partners to quote project freight and maintain competitive pricing.
- Tracking shipments from pick up to delivery.
- Logging carrier performance accurately in the ERP system to maintain KPI integrity.
- Maintaining HTS codes in ERP.
- Maintaining NAFTA certificates.
- Performing NAFTA qualifying calculations

**THE SKILLSET**:

- A College Diploma in International Business/Logistics or equivalent.
- A minimum 2 years’ experience in a warehouse/logistics environment.
- A general understanding of customs and trade.
- Experience within manufacturing required and within the retail fixtures industry is an asset.
- Experience with reading shop drawings.
- Strong computer skills - Excel, Word, Outlook, PDF Editor.
- Proficient communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong attention to detail.
- A positive attitude toward teamwork and strong relational skills.
- Sound decision making abilities.
- Resourceful and a problem solver.
- Strong organizational skills, ability to establish & manage priorities with a drive to complete assigned tasks.

**THE SUCCESS FACTORS**:

- Effective communicator.
- Great attention to detail with high level of accuracy.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong problem-solving abilities.
- Able to meet deadlines.
- High level of attendance.
- Team-oriented.
- Positive attitude.
- Ability to quickly adapt to change.
- Organized.
- Excellent work ethic.
- Self-directed.

Visual Elements respects and upholds the requirements set forth under AODA. We are committed to making our organization accessible. Please notify us should you require accommodation within the recruitment process. Visual Elements is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Woodbridge, ON L4L 8L9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- logistics: 2 years (preferred)
- Manufacturing: 2 years (preferred)
- interpreting engineering drawings: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person