Job Title: Logistics Manager

Department: Supply Chain

Reports to: Sr. Director of Planning & Distribution

Location: Onsite, Langley, B.C.

Pay range will be dependant upon experience

The Logistics Manager oversees the supply chain operations of an organization, ensuring that products or services are delivered efficiently, on time, and in a cost-effective manner.

Essential Functions Include:

• Develop and implement logistics strategies to optimize supply chain operations
• Coordinate and monitor the entire order cycle, from procurement to delivery
• Manage transportation, warehouse, inventory, and distribution operations
• Analyze and optimize logistical procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, vendors, and transportation providers
• Track delivery times, transportation costs, and other key performance indicators
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and customs requirements
• Supervise logistics staff and provide mentorship and training
• Troubleshoot and resolve problems that arise in the supply chain
• Manage logistics budgets and control expenses
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications Include:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or related area
• Strong knowledge of logistics operations and supply chain management
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in logistics software and MS Office applications
• Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities
• Effective communication and negotiation skills
• Experience with warehouse management systems and ERP software
• Knowledge of international shipping regulations and customs procedures
• Certification in logistics or supply chain management (CSCP, CLTD, etc.), preferred
• Experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives, preferred
• Familiarity with lean principles and Six Sigma methodologies, preferred

Food Safety Requirements:

• Place high priority on food safety, quality, and sanitation by understanding and executing Thrive Freeze Dry's food safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
• Hold self and others accountable to Thrive Freeze Dry's food safety & sanitation guidelines and policies by communicating any food safety incident, observation, or opportunity to your leadership team or teammates.

Physical Requirement - Must be able to perform the following functions with or without accommodations:

• Consistent and reliable attendance
• Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and frequent fine finger dexterity.
• The job is performed under occasional temperature variations and in a food manufacturing production environment.
• Unrestricted visual and audio abilities are required for the safety of all employees.
• The ability to lift to 15 lbs. is required