Import and Logistics Coordinator

Job summary

Manage international purchase orders and inbound ocean freight shipments from supplier approval through customs clearance and delivery to branch locations. Maintain accurate import documentation and landed costs in the ERP system, monitor shipment schedules, and coordinate replenishment with procurement and inventory teams.

Job details

Import & Logistics Coordinator Location: Calgary, AB Salary: $65,000–$75,000 annually The Opportunity Our client, an established automotive wholesaler in Calgary, is looking for an organized and detail-oriented Import & Logistics Coordinator to manage international purchasing and inbound shipments from overseas suppliers through to delivery at its branch locations. This is a hands-on role involving international freight coordination, Canadian customs compliance, landed-cost calculations and inventory planning. The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring shipments arrive on time, import documentation is accurate, and product costs are properly reflected in the company's ERP system. Key Responsibilities Manage international purchase orders from proforma invoice approval through to final branch delivery. Coordinate ocean freight shipments, supplier payments, shipping documentation and container tracking. Liaise with overseas suppliers, freight forwarders and customs brokers to ensure timely shipment and customs clearance. Support CBSA compliance, including import duties, trade-remedy requirements and SIMA/anti-dumping reporting. Calculate landed costs, including FOB pricing, foreign exchange and applicable duties, and maintain accurate supplier costs in the ERP system. Monitor container performance, shipment lead times and delivery schedules, communicating potential delays to purchasing and branch teams. Coordinate with procurement and inventory teams on replenishment and reorder timing across multiple branches. Qualifications 2+ years of experience in import coordination, international logistics or supply chain operations. Working knowledge of Incoterms, ocean freight and Canadian customs procedures. Understanding of import duties and trade-remedy requirements (SIMA experience would be an asset). Strong Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems. Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills. Experience dealing directly with overseas suppliers is preferred. Automotive, tire, industrial distribution or wholesale import experience would be considered an asset.

What you’ll do

Manage international purchase orders and inbound ocean freight shipments from supplier approval through customs clearance and delivery to branch locations. Maintain accurate import documentation and landed costs in the ERP system, monitor shipment schedules, and coordinate replenishment with procurement and inventory teams.

Requirements

Requires at least two years of experience in import coordination, international logistics, or supply chain operations, along with working knowledge of Incoterms, ocean freight, and Canadian customs procedures. Strong Excel and ERP skills, analytical and communication abilities, and experience with overseas suppliers are sought; SIMA knowledge and relevant wholesale or distribution experience are assets.

Listed skills

• ERP systems · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Import Coordination
• International Logistics
• Ocean Freight Coordination
• Canadian Customs Compliance
• Incoterms
• Customs Documentation
• Import Duties
• SIMA Reporting
• Landed-Cost Calculation
• Foreign Exchange
• ERP Systems
• Excel
• Container Tracking
• Inventory Planning
• Supplier Coordination
• Freight Forwarder Coordination

Job areas

• Logistics
• Transportation
• Administrative

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