Transportation Coordinator

Transportation Coordinator

Vernon, British Columbia

Our Transportation Coordinator is passionate about logistics and global transportation options. With a keen focus on both the customer and the cost, they are a key player when it comes to coordinating and optimizing the movement of product to Tolko’s customers around the globe. If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, read on to learn more.

We’re looking for a Transportation Coordinator to join our head office located in Vernon, British Columbia. Our head office houses Tolko’s corporate services groups including Sales, Marketing & Logistics, Finance, Accounting & Credit, IT, Procurement and Human Resources.

Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High degree of initiative, accountability, and ownership.
• Curious, adaptable, and eager to continuously learn and improve.
• Experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain, forestry, manufacturing, or a related industry would be considered an asset.
• A diploma, degree, or designation in a related field of study or equivalent experience.
• Proficient with MS Office.
• Superior organizational, analytical, interpersonal, communication and time management skills are required.
• Innovative thinker and a passion for problem solving.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced team environment while providing superior service to internal and external customers.
• Use of analytics to provide sound recommendations.

We value diversity at Tolko and know that experience and knowledge comes in many forms.  Even if you don't have all the qualifications above, please apply. We would love to hear your story and have you grow with us.

In this role, you will:

• Success in this role requires curiosity, humility, critical thinking, and a desire to continuously learn and improve.
• Develop and maintain relationships with railroads, trucking companies, reload operators, and other transportation partners.
• Analyze transportation performance, identify cost-saving opportunities and develop recommendations that improve supply chain efficiency and customer service.
• Coordinate and manage the movement of several modes of transportation, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of products.
• Act as a liaison between mills, shippers, sales teams, and reload locations to facilitate smooth operations.
• Monitor and optimize car supply, manage rates, and ensure compliance with contracts and regulations.
• Build alternative supply chain solutions that differentiate Tolko and yourself in the marketplace.
• Interface with external stakeholders, such as suppliers, carriers, customers, and regulatory agencies.
• Achieve specific budget targets and performance scorecard goals that are applicable to the strategic supply chain vision.

So, what’s in it for you?

• You’ll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members.
• You’ll earn a competitive salary based on your skills and experience. The expected base salary range for this position is $60,000 -$80,000 per year.
• You’ll be eligible for excellent benefits and access to our retirement plans, so you don’t have to choose between your bottom line and your wellbeing or your future.
• You’ll be supported in continued development through on-the-job and classroom training and reimbursement of tuition and membership fees.
• You’ll be part of a positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.

If you want to work in a sustainable, future focused industry, there is no better place than Tolko.  Our family has been producing innovative forest products for over 65 years.  Our focus remains on sustainably managing our forests and our business for upcoming generations.    

We want YOU to join our family. Come Grow Here! Apply today at www.tolko.com/careers.   

Want to know what it’s like to work for Tolko? Hear what our employees have to say!   

About the North Okanagan Valley

The North Okanagan Valley includes the communities of Vernon, Armstrong, Lavington, Lumby and Lake Country, British Columbia.  Surrounded by lakes, these communities provide family-friendly living with lots of amenities, and beautiful weather. Visit one of our local wineries or fine dining restaurants, go boating, hiking, biking, skiing, catch a round of golf, or visit a local market to pick up fresh fruit and produce… whatever your pleasure, you’ll find it here.   

Watch this video to learn about the region and find out why life is better here. 

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