Job Description

Position: Senior Logistics Manager

Location: Port Coquitlam, BC

Compensation: $90K - $110K

Do you enjoy a fast-paced position that gets you up and moving? As Senior Logistics Manager, you're the driving force behind delivering goods efficiently and cost-effectively across all Lordco locations, while keeping our trucks in top shape and our fleet ready to roll. If this sounds like you, then come bring distribution to life and join our team at Lordco's state-of-the-art Distribution Center located in Port Coquitlam!

Lordco Auto Parts is Canada's biggest privately held automotive parts distributor and Western Canada's largest distributor and retailer of aftermarket parts and accessories, with over 85 store locations across Western Canada and is a family-owned and operated business since 1974. Start your career in customer service and grow with us today!

We got you covered!

Would you like to leave the dental office without any bill to pay? What about leaving the pharmacy without having to reach for your wallet? Our employees are our family, and we want to make sure they are taken care of. Your health and well-being matter to us, and we are dedicated to providing top-notch programs and plans to support you and your loved ones. We want you to feel valued and welcomed within our diverse, inclusive team, and here's how we do it:Extended Benefits for You and Your Family + Health, Dental & Vision Care Insurance + Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
+ Accidental Death & Dismemberment Disability
Education and Savings Plans, RRSP matching Health and Wellness program Employee & Family Assistance Program Generous Employee Perks and Discounts Career Development Support & Promote-From-Within Culture to enhance your expertise and maximize your career journey

Responsibilities:

Ensure proactive maintenance of all trucks and trailers, including: + Daily walkaround inspections by drivers + Scheduling and completing Commercial Vehicle Inspections (CVIs)
+ Managing seasonal tire changes and supplying chains for trucks
Set up delivery routes, track driver route times, and adjust for traffic, weather, and driver absences Ensure accurate electronic logs and compliance with Hours of Service regulations; book ferries as needed Complete and submit accident/incident reports promptly to the OH&S Manager Monitor freight costs for Common Carriers; conduct annual RFQs to prevent price creep; report monthly cost per kilometer per route (including Lordco runs) Monitor and report daily delivery service levels, focusing on missed shipments, damages, and late deliveries Collaborate with Director of Distribution and Finance on capital expense submissions for annual budgeting Support Satellite Distribution Center Managers by ensuring adequate drivers and equipment to meet delivery demands Manage direct reports, including hiring, training, coaching, disciplining, evaluating, and scheduling break coverage Identify and report unsafe practices or work conditions to Safety Committee Members Maintain current knowledge of product handling, including Dangerous Goods, fragile items, weights, and packaging requirements Submit weekly updates and monthly reports to the Director of Distribution Perform other duties as assigned

Standards

Ensure all drivers are trained in TDG, maintain electronic trip logs, and perform daily vehicle inspections Complete overnight deliveries to stores by 9:00 a.m. at the latest Keep skid shortages under 1% of total monthly shipped skids Hold monthly team meetings to discuss safety, challenges, and successes Submit weekly updates every Friday and month-end reports by the 5th business day of the following month to the Director of Distribution

Goals and Objectives

Develop options to improve service to the Kootenays, including times, costs, pros, and cons by December 15, 2025 Produce a Request for Quote (RFQ) for common carriers by January 1, 2026 Collaborate with Continuous Improvement Manager to develop KPIs (e.g., cost/km, on-time delivery, volume of skids, damage rates) by December 31, 2025 Conduct annual performance reviews and meet individually with drivers by June 2026

Ideal Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Minimum 5 years' experience leading logistics, routing, and shipping operations Certified in Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Familiarity with Commercial Vehicle Safety Enforcement (CVSE) and Commercial Vehicle Inspection (CVI) regulations

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

Team-oriented with flexibility to undertake various duties supporting organizational success Proficient with basic Microsoft Office applications Strong math skills and attention to detail Solid understanding of SDS, WHMIS, TDG, and health & safety regulations Excellent organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities Strategic thinker capable of providing vision and leadership to the team

At Lordco Auto Parts, we are committed to fostering a culture that celebrates diversity, promotes equity, and prioritizes inclusion in every aspect of our organization. We recognize that embracing diversity enriches our workplace, enhances our perspectives, and fuels innovation.

Apply now and join our family today!