Log Transportation Logistics Manager

Do you have experience with managing log and lumber transportation?
Do you have barging and towing experience in the lumber and forestry industry?
Are you an excellent communicator and very organized?
Are you open to relocation?
Then apply now for our Log Transportation Logistics Manager role!
Our client, a leader in forestry products and manufacturing wood processing products, has been around for over 65 years! Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, they also have locations in Washington and as an organization, values safety, integrity, and continuous improvement. As a company dedicated to sustainability and managing forests responsibly, we're seeking like minded individuals who are looking to grow in their career and are interested in working with an organization that invests in the communities they operate in.
As a Log Transportation and Marine Logistics Manager you’ll be responsible for overseeing all marine log distribution and operations. Your job is to ensure timely delivery of logs to all facilities and customers, and support the Log Delivery Team with managing all dry and wet sort locations, barging, towing, and restoring operations.
Perks And Benefits

• Extended health benefits
• Consistent work schedule: Monday - Friday schedule day shift
• Competitive compensation + 15% annual bonus
• A safe work environment! We value safety and maintain this as a #1 priority
• Nearly unlimited opportunities for your career growth!
• Pension - 7% contribution from your employer
• 100% Employer Paid Health Benefits - Health, Dental, and Vision
• A very generous relocation package is available

What You’ll Be Doing

• Provide safety leadership throughout the marine supply chain, maintain standards like Safe Work Procedures and SOP’s to establish performance expectations throughout the supply chain and maintain compliance with all legislation and regulations including but not limited to the Forest Act and Timber Transport Regulations
• Oversee all log and marine logistics, log delivery team members including barging, towing and resorting operations, and contract staff
• Works with finance and senior management to develop log distribution strategy and identify opportunities to streamline log supply chain and drive cost efficiencies.
• Inventory reporting, establishing systems and standards for maintenance of logs, boomstick and gear inventories and ensuring compliance with company standards
• Provide all contact management to facilities, managing log sort employees, production planning and tracking, budgeting, HSMS and EMS program implementation, capital planning and continuous improvement initiatives
• Handling all contract management of logistics service providers and contractors that also includes negotiating barge and towing rates, which includes working with Logistics on various delivery methods that meet customer costs and requirements, also working with finance to share reports, and monthly costs for financial results for the log delivery business unit.

What You Bring

• Knowledge of the lumber and forestry market and manufacturing
• Bachelor's Degree in Business or Forestry related degree
• Experience with coastal harvesting, handling log practices, and Log distribution (barging, towing, booming)
• Proficiency with technology and software such as Microsoft Office Suite and inventory management systems
• Experience with creating systems, establishing processes and standard operating procedures
• Strong commitment to safety values and experience with LOTO
• A minimum of 7+ years’ of experience in the Forestry Industry
• Experience in a sawmill or manufacturing environment
• Strong communication skills and the ability to multitask
• A great attitude that includes being committed to doing quality work

You’d Be a Strong Candidate if You Also Have:

• Scaling Ticket
• RPF designation
• Experience with 3Log Inventory Management System (LIMS)

Sound like an opportunity you’d like to pursue? Apply now by submitting your resume. Interviews are taking place now.
About Us
TPD is a leading workforce solutions provider.
Our mission is to help YOU succeed by providing access to opportunities - jobs, careers, and professional development. We partner with over 200 top companies across North America with a focus on placing Business Professionals, Warehouse & Distribution staff, and technical Mining and Aviation staff.
From flexible to permanent positions, we help people start careers, change careers, and advance careers in a way that works for you.
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We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
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