Logistics Manager

Branch : Gas

Affiliation : Management & Exempt

Employment Status : Full-Time Regular

Salary Min : $106,700.00

Salary Max : $142,400.00

Short-term Incentive Eligible : Yes

Workplace Flexibility : No

Posting End Date : Open until filled

As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.2 million customers.

We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of transforming B.C.'s energy landscape. As one of BC's Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,600 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow.

Join us, and together, let's shape a brighter future for B.C.

Position Overview

You’re someone who knows how to lead people safely and reliably with an eye toward long-term success. With your natural leadership and communication skills, you’ll provide technical guidance to the Logistics and Warehouse Operations teams in support of Gas and Electric operations.

As Logistics Manager, you’ll be responsible for implementing and managing logistics and warehousing capabilities efficiently, providing oversight and direction on the overall planning and management required to support logistics and warehouse operations.

You’ll identify and implement the enhancement and execution of departmental systems and ensure compliance with internal and external safety and operational standards.

As one of B.C.’s Top Employers, we’re looking for someone who empowers and motivates the teams they lead to achieve success.

If this sounds like you, join us in transforming B.C.’s energy future.

In this role, you will :

• Set a leading example of how to champion our safety culture to safeguard against accidents and injuries.
• Establish a collaborative, inclusive work environment and build strong relationships with multiple business units, including Operations, Project Management Office, and Production Management teams.
• Gain familiarity with and provide leadership in support of key departmental projects and initiatives impacting logistics and inventory processes.
• Oversee the development and implementation of departmental systems and key projects and initiatives impacting logistics and inventory processes.
• Identify solutions to improve efficiencies in forecasting, budgeting, planning and organizing for Warehouse and Logistics teams.

What it takes :

• A bachelor’s degree in business, or a related discipline from a recognized program.
• A minimum of 10 to 12 years of experience, including time spent in a leadership position in a unionized environment or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• A certification from the American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS), a Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP), or an equivalent designation is considered an asset.
• A demonstrated history of working in warehouse, logistics, and manufacturing environments with a proven track record of building relationships in a complex work environment.
• Advanced leadership skills to empower and lead the people around you, develop your teams, and build a safe, collaborative, and respectful work environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including all customers, suppliers, and operations.
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and SAP.

Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development.

We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.

To learn more about the recruitment process with FortisBC, please visit the You’re Applying. What now? page for additional information.