Logistics Coordinator

Overview

Are you ready to dive into the exciting and innovative world of Engineered Wood? Kadant Carmanah Design has a great opportunity within our Operations Team for a well-rounded individual as a Logistics Coordinator.

Kadant Carmanah is recognized as a global leader of innovation in the design and manufacture of equipment in the Engineered Wood products industry and is the largest supplier of Stranders used in the production of Oriented Strand Board (OSB) and other wood-based composites.

Nature and scope of position :

The Logistics Coordinator reports to the Logistics Manager on day-to-day activities. They are apart of the Operations team planning the day-to-day management of transport and customs activities to and from Kadant, and assisting departments as needed. The logistics coordinator will work closely with the Logistics Manager, Warehouse Manager, Production Manager, Stores team and sales team to ensure the timely shipping of day-to-day orders and ensuring logistics processes are met to fulfill customer and vendor demands and reach Kadant shipping OTD targets.

The primary focus of the incumbent is to ensure orders are shipped on time, with complete and correct customs documentation based on the terms of sale, and any shipping issues communicated to stakeholders. Shipping and order Issues will be worked on with internal teams to complete shipments in a timely manner.

• Coordinate the execution of transport and customs activities for both incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Ensure sales orders are shipped on time, and purchase orders arrive as needed
• Ensure all shipping documents are accurate and free of errors
• Oversee timely returns of RMAs and shipment of stock transfers.
• Monitor transport costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Work proactively to resolve customs-related issues and prevent delays.

To be successful in this role, the logistics coordinator must have high attention to detail in at times a fast-moving environment, a self-starter, and possess the ability to communicate well with people.

Responsibilities

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