Coordinator, Logistics

About us

Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Sherritt is a world leader in using hydrometallurgical processes to mine and refine nickel and cobalt – metals deemed critical for energy transition. Sherritt is dedicated to producing and delivering high-quality products while maintaining the highest standards of safety, sustainability, and social responsibility.

As part of our ongoing growth and commitment to meeting the increasing demand for critical minerals, our Metals division, which includes the Fort Saskatchewan refinery in Canada, drives our production of high-purity minerals. In addition, our Power division is the largest independent energy producer in Cuba, providing low-carbon power solutions. Our Technologies group is a key differentiator, empowering Sherritt's business development efforts with specialized expertise in hydrometallurgical processing. We aim to expand our midstream processing capacity of critical minerals for the electric vehicle supply chain.

At Sherritt, we offer a diverse range of rewarding career opportunities across our international operations. Our unique business structure allows for domestic and global exposure, enabling career growth and professional development. We understand that our people are our greatest asset and we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace culture, where all team members are valued and respected. We believe that our diverse perspectives and experiences make us better equipped to serve our customers and communities.

The opportunity

An exciting opportunity exists in our Supply Chain department within the Metals division for a Coordinator, Logistics located in Fort Saskatchewan. The purpose of this position is to organize, expedite and report the international and domestic shipments of Sherritt’s input materials and products, including legal and customs formalities in all jurisdictions where the company operates.

Our standard work schedule includes a full-time on-site presence to foster collaboration and community. We recognize the importance of flexibility in today’s dynamic work environment. We offer adaptable flexibility to ensure that our team members can succeed while balancing personal commitments.

In this role, you will be accountable for:

- Coordinating import and export trucking and ocean freight shipments to and from overseas distribution warehouses.

- Auditing freight invoices for export ocean freight, intermodal rail outbound, freight forwarders, overseas distribution warehouses, airfreight, trucking, and courier services.

- Ensuring that shipments do not transit via United States seaports, rail terminals, or airports in compliance with the U.S. embargo.

- Maintaining accurate data to forecast upcoming transportation requirements, ensuring timely and cost-effective service delivery.

- Completing Canadian Export Reporting System (CERS) submissions for all finished products and by-products.

- Obtaining steamship line bookings in accordance with Marketing contracts.

- Meeting ad hoc information requests to support effective relationships with key stakeholders, including Moa JV partners, suppliers, commercial entities, government agencies, and customers.

- Producing daily reports and escalating issues or emerging trends of concern.

- Providing accurate and updated information to internal stakeholders and external customers regarding the status of import and export shipments.

- Uploading and maintaining vessel schedules on an ongoing basis.

- Managing courier waybills for the export of original bills of lading and certificates of origin to end customers.

- Identifying alternative solutions and executing actions when faced with changes and challenges in shipping and transport requirements.

- Identifying and recommending procedural improvements to optimize Metals Logistics Department performance, aligning with best practices and enhancing key performance indicators.

Skills and attributes for success:

- Post-secondary diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related discipline; a minimum of 5 years of equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.

- Minimum of 3 years of experience in international transportation and/or international freight forwarding.

- Strong understanding of Canadian import and export regulations.

- Advanced knowledge of transportation regulations, including IATA, WHMIS, IMO, and IMDG.

- Comprehensive understanding of Health and Safety regulations relevant to logistics and transportation operations.

- Proficiency in managing international transportation documentation, including shipping documents, bills of lading, and certificates of origin.

- Working knowledge of management information systems relevant to logistics or supply chain operations.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills.

- Advanced computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office Suite.

- Excellent report writing and time management abilities.

- Ability to problem solve and strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize.

What we offer:

- Competitive compensation: A competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits that prioritizes employee wellbeing.

- Generous paid time off: We believe in work-life balance and offer paid time off to recharge.

- Learning and professional development opportunities: We encourage continuous learning and provide resources for professional development, workshops and training.

- Inclusive environment: We celebrate diversity and promote an equitable, inclusive and respectful workplace culture.

Application deadline: The job posting will remain open until a qualified candidate is selected.

We thank all candidates for their application. We will be in touch if your experience and skills are a match for the role.

Sherritt is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other protected status. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and we strive to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

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