Sealift Coordinator

Overview You will work closely with internal business partners across the North, as well as purchasing and logistics teams, to coordinate transportation and freight requirements for materials, equipment, and supplies. The incumbent will play a key role in the end-to-end planning and coordination of sealift operations, from initial shipment planning and cargo preparation through transportation, delivery, and freight invoice reconciliation. Sealift is a vital link in supporting EPLS operations and delivering essential goods to communities across Nunavut. Duties Coordinate sealift planning with purchasing teams, stores, vendors, and shipping partners, including order placement timelines, shipment schedules, and sailing deadlines. Provide logistics guidance to purchasing teams on transportation options, estimated freight costs, dangerous goods requirements, and shipment preparation, including sealift versus air freight considerations. Coordinate end-to-end transportation of goods from suppliers to marine terminals and onward to northern destinations, working with trucking companies, shipping lines, and inland delivery providers. Arrange vessel space reservations, cargo bookings, and shipment scheduling to ensure goods are delivered to marine terminals ahead of designated sailing dates. Develop freight cost-saving solutions through containerization, cargo consolidation, optimal container utilization, crating requirements, and dangerous goods packaging and segregation. Monitor shipment progress and delivery timelines, resolve transportation issues, and coordinate with shipping companies, stores, and internal departments to ensure timely deliveries. Prepare marine freight and inland transportation quotations for tenders, special projects, equipment shipments, and freight forwarding requirements. Review and reconcile logistics invoices against agreed rates, quotations, and shipping documentation, investigating discrepancies with transportation partners. Maintain accurate shipment records and process purchase order, freight, and shipment information across ERP, POS, and other operational systems. Build relationships with logistics partners and internal stakeholders while supporting process improvements, cost reduction initiatives, and the development of logistics procedures. Requirements Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Transportation, or a related field. Experience in logistics, freight coordination, or supply chain operations. Ocean freight experience is a strong asset. Knowledge of marine transportation, containerization, cargo consolidation, crating, and dangerous goods requirements is an asset. Experience coordinating shipments between suppliers, marine terminals, shipping companies, and final destinations. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate freight costs and identify savings opportunities. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, and PivotTables. Experience with ERP/POS systems is preferred. Knowledge of Power BI and reporting tools is an asset. Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills. Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently and meet strict deadlines. Reliable, adaptable, self-motivated, and able to work effectively as part of a team. Knowledge of the retail industry and the logistical challenges of operating in Northern Canada is an asset. Pay: $50,000.00-$55,000.00 per year Application question(s): Do you have experience in sealift or logistics? If yes, please specify the number of years. Work Location: In person

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