PEAK PRODUCTS MANUFACTURING Hiring for Logistics Coordinator at Richmond, BC Full Time

The Peak Group of Companies is a leader in home improvement, supplying a vast array of innovative products throughout Canada and the United States. Peak is a highly valued, strategic partner of Home Depot. Our unique business platform perfectly aligns with Home Depot’s do-it-yourself and professional customer, and our best in class products are offered throughout Home Depot’s massive retail network.

The greatest strength of Peak is our people, a team of remarkably talented, vibrant and competitive individuals. Quick to act and passionate to win, the Peak team continuously drives the company’s growth, which in turn continuously provides individual career growth. This formula for success is entrenched in our culture, where innovation is encouraged, talent and teamwork are celebrated and where results and success are rewarded.

We are experiencing continuous growth and have an immediate opening for the Logistics Coordinator position (Working remotely). The position will be reporting to the Manager, International Logistics & Customer Service. Key Responsibilities and Qualifications include, but are not limited to the following:

Key Responsibilities

1. Follow up with suppliers to ensure orders will meet the required cargo ready dates

2. Ensure bookings are made with the correct carriers to meet the correct sailings

3. Ensure all customs documentation is correct and compliant with current customs regulations

4. Issue CCI, other customs documentation where necessary

5. Track all live shipments to ensure arrival is on schedule

6. Process requisition payments to carriers to ensure no detention or demurrage charges are incurred

7. Report all inbound shipments to Peak’s distribution facilities

8. Compliance with all national and international customs regulations

9. Report all shipments to Peak’s insurance underwriter to ensure on-going insurance coverage for all shipments

10. Obtain and analyze spot quotations for ad hoc shipments as required from time to time

11. Dispatch LTL, FCL, LCL, truckload, intermodal and air shipments

12. Update various workbooks, ERP systems to ensure visibility of all inventory on order or in transit

13. Provide logistics information to various internal departments as required

14. Work closely with the procurement department to build efficient shipping plans to be followed by Peak’s suppliers

15. Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisors

Experience, Traits and Qualifications

1. Outstanding customer service skills, preferably in a busy, time-sensitive, high volume environment

2. 2 – 4 years’ experience in international logistics with a focus on ocean container import processes in Canada and the U.S.

3. Working knowledge of airfreight protocols

4. Sound working knowledge of customs regulations in Canada and the U.S.

5. HTS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule) classification knowledge is an asset

6. Demonstrate promptness, professionalism and courtesy at all times by keeping promises

The Peak Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We respect the dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace and value the importance of diversity, fairness, and trust. We offer a dynamic work environment and a competitive compensation package. Our goal is to attract, develop, and engage employees with exceptional ability and diverse backgrounds.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.