RSWG4 Logistics Coordinator, Richmond

About the BCLDB :

The BC Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) is one of two branches of government that provide oversight for the beverage alcohol and non-medical cannabis industries in the province.

The LDB is responsible for the wholesale distribution of liquor and cannabis, and operates the retails brands BCLIQUOR and BC Cannabis Stores.

The LDB is committed to government's goals of making life better for people in B.C., improving services, and ensuring a sustainable province for future generations.

The revenue generated by the LDB helps fund essential public services like health care, education, and community programming.

Learn more on the LDB careers page.

The LDB has been assigned to distribute, wholesale and sell non-medicinal cannabis inclusive of a government owned online channel with a mandate to support government's key priorities of protecting children and youth, ensuring health and safety standards, and keeping the criminal element out of the supply chain.

Following legalization, the BCLDB began distribution and wholesale of cannabis, and operating BC Cannabis Stores in a growing number of locations across the province.

Since 2018 the BC Cannabis Stores chain has grown to 39 locations with more growth planned all across the province. Cannabis Operations within the BCLDB includes the Distribution, Merchandising, Retail Operations, Supply Chain, and Marketing departments.

About this role :

• Reporting to the Manager of Logistics, the Logistics Coordinator is responsible for aiding in the smooth functioning of cannabis related inbound and outbound transportation activities for the Richmond Distribution Centre (RDC);
• coordination with carriers and vendors; the calculation and substantiation of freight invoices; planning and scheduling appointments for inbound and outbound transportation;

the extraction and compilation of various spreadsheets for management reporting; and other related duties.

A criminal record check is required.

Candidates must have the ability to operate mobile warehouse machinery such as order pickers or high reach equipment.

For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job description, also located in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting.

An eligibility list for permanent or temporary future opportunities may be established.

Position requirements :

Education and Experience :

Secondary (high) school diploma or equivalent certificate with a minimum of 6 months of recent, related experience* within an office environment.

• Recent, related work experience must have occurred within the last 5 years and include the following :
• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Experience within a large-scale distribution warehouse.
• Experience operating mobile warehouse machinery such as order pickers or high reach equipment.

Preference may be given to those candidates with any of the following :

• Experience in the supply chain or distribution industry, in the inventory or logistics department preferred.
• Experience with e-commerce.
• Experience within the cannabis industry.
• Experience working in a unionized environment.

Application instructions :

To be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined in the position requirements section above.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies as outlined in the attached Job Description.

Applicants must meet the requirements as described below to be considered :

• A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and / or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.
• Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

For specific position-related enquiries, please contact Andrea Trousdell at andrea.trousdellbcldb.com .

Only applications submitted using the BC Public Service Recruitment System on this website will be accepted. For more information about how to create or update your profile, please refer to the attached Application Instructions or refer to the Job Application page on the MyHR website.

If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying for a competition, please send an e-mail to BCPSA.Hiring.Centregov.

bc.ca before the stated closing time, and they will respond as soon as possible to assist you.

Note : Applications will be accepted until 11 : 00pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition.

Working for the BC Public Service :

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens.

Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service.

For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicantsgov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, great learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development options.

For more information, visit What the BC Public Service Offers .

Job Category

Administrative Services

Additional Information

RSWG4 Logistics Coordinator, Richmond