Logistics Manager
- Concord, ON, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
The Logistics Manager to oversee planning, coordination, and execution of logistics operations for the company. The individual will be responsible for ensuring materials and personnel are delivered to job sites efficiently and safely while staying compliant with provincial regulations and company standards.
Responsibilities:
- Plan, schedule, and coordinate deliveries
of materials at the job sites.
- Manage inventory levels and maintain
accurate records in transit and on site.
- Direct all logistics to ensure prompt
delivery of products to end user.
- Transportation vendors, negotiate
contracts, and monitor performance.
- Ensure compliance with Ontario
transportation laws, safety regulations, and Ministry of Labor guidelines.
- Develop logistics plans and contingency
strategies for changing site conditions and project phases.
- Track product, resolve delivery issues,
and update stakeholders on logistics status.
- Coordinate with the operation team for
material handling, storage, and distribution.
- Oversee loading/unloading and implement
safety protocols on job sites.
- Maintain documentation for audits,
regulatory inspections, internal reporting, and produce monthly reports.
- Adhere to budget re: annually, costing,
and targets.
- Identify staffing needs and develop job
descriptions for logistics roles.
- Collaborate with HR to attract qualified
candidates, monitor performance and provide coaching/retraining.
- Work cross functionally to improve
coordination between logistics, procurement, and customer service.
- Ensure training is completed for all staff
for competency and safety, operational procedures, and company policies.
- Initial point of contact and reporting for
incidents or accidents.
- Ensure all safety reports, inspections
& reports, and motor vehicle tickets are processed on a timely manner.
- Supervise all preventative maintenance
measures including pre/post trip inspections to ensure minimum downtime.
Requirements
- College/University preferred 5+ years of
experience in logistics, preferably in the construction industry,
Aggregate and dispatch experience would be ideal.
- Certification in logistics, supply chain,
or construction management is preferred.
- Computer proficient (Microsoft Office,
Excel).
- Strong knowledge of Ontario’s
transportation and workplace safety regulations (e.g., OHSA, CVOR, WSIB).
- Proven ability to manage multiple jobs,
logistics operations and Independent Haulers simultaneously.
- Experience with construction scheduling
software and ERP systems is an asset (future implementation).
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and
problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic
environment with tight deadlines.
- Well-developed with conflict resolution,
decision-making and tune management skills.
- Valid Ontario driver's license; DZ or AZ
license and asset.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Logistics Manager oversees the planning, coordination, and execution of logistics operations, including material delivery and inventory management. They are responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance, managing transportation vendors, and supervising safety protocols on job sites.
Requirements
Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in logistics, preferably within the construction industry, with strong knowledge of Ontario transportation and safety regulations. A college or university degree is preferred, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction scheduling software.
Skills
- Logistics Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Construction Scheduling
- Inventory Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Transportation Regulations
- OHSA Compliance
- CVOR
- WSIB
- Microsoft Office
- Excel
- ERP Systems
- Problem Solving
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Leadership
- Safety Protocols
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Categories
- Logistics
- Construction
- Management & Leadership
- Transportation
- Engineering
Keywords
- Logistics
- Construction
- Supply Chain
- Dispatch
- Aggregate
- Transportation
- OHSA
- CVOR
- WSIB
- Inventory
- Procurement
- Customer Service
- ERP
- Microsoft Office
- Excel
- Safety Protocols
- Regulatory Compliance
- Contract Negotiation
- Preventative Maintenance
- Scheduling
- Independent Haulers
- Budgeting
- Staffing
- Coaching
- Audits
- Incident Reporting
- Project Management
- Documentation
- Strategic Planning
- Operations