Permanent Full Time Logistics Supervisor

Logistics Coordinator

&##Full-Time | &##127760; Hybrid/Remote Work Environment | &##128272; Security Clearance Required
Join QinetiQ Target Systems Canada (QTSC) as a Logistics Coordinator

• ##QinetiQ is a global leader in defence, security, and critical infrastructure. With 8,000+ employees worldwide, we’re united by a mission to protect lives and secure the future through innovation. Our Medicine Hat site plays a key role in delivering advanced uncrewed vehicle systems (UVS) and supporting global defence operations.
• ##Oversee and coordinate the shipping process from order confirmation to final delivery. Arrange transportation with carriers, freight forwarders, and couriers while negotiating competitive shipping rates and maintaining service reliability.

Track and monitor shipments in transit, proactively resolving issues or delays that may impact delivery commitments and provide regular updates to stakeholders on shipment status, delivery timelines, and potential delays.
Work with vendors to arrange for pickup and delivery of incoming materials, components, and production supplies.
Coordinate domestic and international freight movements including LTL, FTL, courier, and specialized freight as required.
Coordinate inbound logistics to ensure materials are received in alignment with production schedules and operational requirements.
Collaborate with production, purchasing, and warehouse teams to prioritize shipments and support manufacturing timelines and customer deliveries.
Work with Controlled Goods Supervisor to ensure all export laws and regulations are being followed.
Maintain detailed records of shipments, freight costs, and logistics activity.
Screening of drivers and companies to ensure Controlled Goods Compliance.
Pack, palletize, secure, and load outgoing shipments using appropriate materials and material-handling equipment (e.g., forklifts and pallet jacks).
Receive, unload, and inspect incoming shipments to ensure accuracy and compliance with quality and safety standards. Prepare and maintain accurate shipping documentation, including bills of lading, shipping labels, packing slips, and customs paperwork as required.
Coordinate customs clearance for international shipments and work with freight forwarders and customs brokers as required.
Communicate with customers to provide updates on order status, address shipping inquiries, and resolve any delivery-related issues.
Provide regular updates to the business on shipping and logistics status, ensuring timely communication of any delays that could impact production or customer commitments.
Enter shipping data into the shipment tracker and maintain accurate, up-to-date logistics records within internal tracking systems.
Ensure compliance with all shipping, transportation, safety, environmental, and customs regulations.
Identify and implement improvements to shipping and logistics processes to enhance efficiency, reduce freight costs, and improve supply chain performance.
Reliable and committed to adopting, upholding, and complying with QinetiQ values, ethics, policies and procedures including health and safety, work in line with the ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015, general data protection regulations and use of IT, HR policies and procedures, equality and diversity, security and confidentiality, and code of conduct etc.
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in shipping, logistics, or supply chain coordination within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Experience coordinating domestic and international freight shipments.
Familiarity with customs documentation, freight forwarders, and transportation regulations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
Diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
Experience with the transportation of dangerous goods.
Proven experience in logistics coordination or a similar role.
Strong understanding of shipping processes and carrier management.

&##Knowledge of logistics best practices and transportation methods.
Ability to anticipate and mitigate supply chain disruptions.

&##Must be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada.
Able to obtain a Canadian Class 2 Security clearance.
Must have a clean background history and obtain criminal record check

&##Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package including:

Extended health and wellness spending accounts
Continuous learning and development opportunities
Flexible working practices and employee-led networks

&##Apply now and help us shape a safer, more secure world through innovation and collaboration.
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