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Shipping Coordinator

  • Sherbrooke, QC, Canada

Full-time

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Minimum 5 years of experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain.
Posting language
English
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Original job description

The Carrier Management Coordinator supports BRP’s finished goods distribution strategy by overseeing shipments from various shipping points to North American dealers and internal clients. The role focuses on selecting optimal carriers, ensuring on‑time performance, coordinating urgent and special shipments, and maintaining cost efficiency.

This position is central to BRP’s logistics transformation, helping implement new transportation strategies, optimize operations, and collaborate across multiple teams to support large‑scale initiatives.

You'll Have The Opportunity To

Load & Shipment Management

  • Coordinate shipments of finished goods from multiple shipping points.
  • Tender loads to suitable carriers based on cost, capacity, and service level, adjusting strategies according to market conditions.
  • Track shipments to ensure timely pick‑up and delivery and meet performance standards.
  • Manage urgent shipments for high‑demand or retail‑market vehicles.
  • Participate in coordinating vehicle shipments for time‑sensitive special events (e.g., boat shows, sales meetings, marketing events).
  • Monitor logistics spending against financial targets.

Carrier Relations & Performance

  • Maintain strong communication with carriers using appropriate channels (system, email, phone).
  • Build long‑term partnerships to secure reliable capacity and service.
  • Review key performance metrics and escalate performance issues or capacity shortages when needed.

Internal Client & Cross‑Functional Collaboration

  • Coordinate shipments requested by internal clients.
  • Work closely with transportation planners, sourcing teams, cross‑border partners, distribution centers, and Customer Service to resolve issues and align on capacity needs.
  • Handle delicate logistical situations and communicate urgent priorities effectively.
  • Ensure operations meet compliance requirements.
  • Develop and recommend optimization methods for transportation processes.
  • Support the team with administrative and clerical tasks when required.

YOU'LL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES:

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, TMS platforms, and logistics software (e.g., SAP S/4 TM).
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Proficiency in French and English to collaborate with our partners outside of Quebec.
  • Strong analytical abilities and performance evaluation skills.
  • Excellent problem‑solving, communication, negotiation, and persuasion.
  • Ability to manage sensitive situations with professionalism.
  • Innovative mindset, autonomy, and adaptability under pressure.
  • Understanding of transportation regulations and carrier compliance.

Additional Information

  • Occasional travel (5%).

ACKNOWLEDGING THE POWER OF DIVERSITY

BRP is dedicated to nurturing a culture that invites, connects, and propels the ambitions of people of all backgrounds, profiles, beliefs and experiences. Ultimately, the diversity and uniqueness of our people fuel our ingenuity and set the course for the path ahead!

For this reason, we value diversity and we strive to always push each other forward to build an inclusive workplace where every employee feels like they belong, where they can grow and find meaning.

AT BRP, WHEN WE TALK ABOUT BENEFITS, WE GO ALL IN.

Let’s start with a strong foundation - You want it, we have it:

  • Annual bonus based on the company’s financial results
  • Generous paid time away
  • Pension plan
  • Collective saving opportunities
  • Industry leading healthcare fully paid by BRP

What About Some Feel Good Perks

  • Flexible work schedule
  • A summer schedule that varies by department and location
  • Holiday season shutdown
  • Educational resources
  • Discount on BRP products

WELCOME TO BRP

We’re a world leader in recreational vehicles and boats, creating innovative ways to move on snow, water, asphalt, dirt and even in the air. Headquartered in the Canadian town of Valcourt, Quebec, our company is rooted in a spirit of ingenuity and intense customer focus. Today, we operate manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Finland, Australia and Austria, with a workforce made up of close to 17,000 spirited people, all driven by the deeply held belief that at work, as with life itself, it’s not about the destination: It’s about the journey.

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Responsibilities

Coordinate finished-goods shipments to dealers and internal clients, selecting carriers, tracking delivery performance, managing urgent shipments, and monitoring transportation costs. Maintain carrier relationships, resolve logistics issues with internal and external partners, ensure compliance, and recommend process improvements.

Requirements

Requires at least five years of experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain, along with proficiency in Excel, TMS platforms, and logistics software such as SAP S/4 TM. Candidates should have strong analytical, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, knowledge of transportation regulations, and proficiency in French and English.

Skills

  • Logistics Coordination
  • Transportation Management
  • Shipment Tracking
  • Carrier Selection
  • Cost Management
  • Performance Analysis
  • Microsoft Excel
  • SAP S/4 TM
  • Problem-Solving
  • Communication
  • Negotiation
  • Attention To Detail
  • Transportation Regulations
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

Benefits

  • Annual Bonus
  • Paid Time Off
  • Pension Plan
  • Collective Savings Opportunities
  • Fully Paid Healthcare
  • Flexible Work Schedule
  • Summer Schedule
  • Holiday Season Shutdown
  • Educational Resources
  • Discounts On BRP Products

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Categories

  • Logistics
  • Transportation
  • Manufacturing
  • Administrative

Keywords

  • Finished Goods Distribution
  • Load Management
  • Shipment Management
  • Carrier Selection
  • Carrier Capacity
  • On-Time Delivery
  • Urgent Shipments
  • Special Event Shipments
  • Logistics Spending
  • Carrier Performance Metrics
  • Transportation Planning
  • Sourcing
  • Cross-Border Logistics
  • Distribution Centers
  • Customer Service
  • Transportation Compliance
  • Process Optimization
  • Microsoft Excel
  • SAP S/4 TM
  • Logistics Software
  • Supply Chain
  • Transportation Regulations
  • French
  • English

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