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About Dakeryn

Dakeryn is a prominent Canadian lumber wholesale and distribution company with a history dating back to 1992. Renowned for its reliability, strong vendor connections, and dedicated customer service, Dakeryn serves diverse markets globally with multiple specialized divisions. The company offers premium lumber products alongside value-added solutions to adapt to evolving market demands.

Role Summary

This dynamic position supports sales distribution targeting Eastern Canada and American regions. The Logistics Coordinator oversees booking and tracking lumber shipments from mills and reload facilities to customers, maintaining meticulous transportation and order documentation, while nurturing relationships with carriers and clients. Ideal candidates will bring demonstrated logistics coordination experience and a capacity to integrate quickly and grow within the team.

Key Duties

Work cooperatively with internal teams ensuring strategic cohesion, clear communication, and timely operations.
Coordinate with management to prioritize loads and arrange truck bookings that balance urgency, cost, and vehicle size among preferred carrier partners.
Function as the main communication hub connecting sales, mills, reload centers, and carriers to guarantee timely shipment deliveries.
Manage urgent and time-critical shipments by rescheduling and proactively informing sales, reloads, and transport partners.
Negotiate freight pricing and sustain carrier relationships across freight modes including FTL, LTL, intermodal, and expedited "hot shot" services.
Advise on consolidation strategies for orders including multi-drop and less-than-truckload shipments to optimize efficiency and reduce costs.
Perform market studies, communicate insights, and suggest actionable strategies.
Provide freight cost estimates and transportation lane recommendations to sales, highlighting alternative shipping methods.
Ensure proper documentation and regulatory compliance for cross-border shipments.
Identify and onboard new transportation vendors through thorough evaluation and performance reviews.
Track shipment progress and deliver updates, serving as escalation contact for carrier performance issues.
Maintain accurate logistics documentation including schedules, rate records, booking confirmations, and bills of lading; support administrative precision within logistics processes.
Engage in cross-training initiatives, share knowledge, and promote process enhancements.

Candidate Profile

Between 2 to 5 years of logistics, transportation, or supply chain coordination experience; background in lumber or building materials fields is advantageous.
Familiarity with truck classifications, sizing, and shipment modalities like FTL and LTL is favorable.
Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and aptitude for managing concurrent priorities in a fast-paced work setting.
Effective communicator with proactive demeanor, skilled in internal and external multi-channel dialogue to foster teamwork and maintain relationships.
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking capabilities, adept at evaluating issues and implementing solutions.
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Outlook, Word); knowledge of ERP or transportation management systems is a plus.
Post-secondary education or diploma in supply chain, logistics, or business administration is preferred; logistics certifications such as CITT add value.
Possession of a valid driver's license is considered beneficial.

Compensation and Benefits

Annual salary of $60,000 CAD.
Comprehensive extended health and dental insurance coverage.
Optional savings plan participation.
Paid vacation and statutory holidays.
Structured onboarding with dedicated training and mentorship supporting career advancement.
A collaborative, enjoyable workplace culture emphasizing growth and ongoing improvement.

Additional Information

This is a full-time permanent opportunity based in-office in Bolton, Ontario. The recruitment process may involve AI-assisted evaluation. Interested applicants should direct their resumés and cover letters highlighting relevant expertise by referencing the job title to the hiring team. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Logistics Coordinator - Ontario