Job Overview
We are seeking a highly organized and bilingual (Mandarin/English) Purchase & Logistics Coordinator to join our dynamic supply chain team. This role is integral to managing procurement activities, vendor relationships, and supply chain operations within a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in communication data, ERP systems, and sourcing strategies to ensure seamless procurement processes and optimal inventory management. This position offers an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to contribute to a fast-paced manufacturing setting while leveraging their negotiation and vendor management expertise.
Responsibilities
- Shipment tracking & coordination — keep our import shipments on schedule from departure through final delivery, working with overseas suppliers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and domestic delivery partners
- Freight quote management — request, compare, and recommend forwarder options for new bookings
- Accessories & parts purchasing — source and order non-unit items (accessories, fittings, consumables) from approved vendors
- Document handling — review and route shipping documents accurately and on time
- Internal coordination — collect input from sales, accounting, and warehouse teams; follow up on open issues until resolved; provide regular status updates to management
- Continuous improvement — identify recurring pain points and contribute to process improvements
Must-Have Qualifications
- Fluent bilingual Mandarin and English (written and verbal) — you will communicate with overseas suppliers daily / 中英文邮件和电话沟通必须流利
- 2+ years of experience in import logistics, freight forwarding, customs brokerage, or supply chain coordination
- Working knowledge of standard import documentation and Incoterms
- Intermediate-to-advanced spreadsheet skills
- Strong attention to detail and organized
- Comfortable managing multiple open shipments in parallel
- Legally entitled to work in Canada
- Professional discretion with business information (NDA required)
Nice to Have
- HVAC, appliance, or building-products industry experience
- Existing relationships with Canadian drayage and warehouse providers
- CIFFA certification or Canadian customs-related coursework
What We Offer
- Salary $58K – $72K based on experience
- 2 weeks paid vacation
- Extended health & dental after 3-month probation
- 6-month performance review with adjustment potential
- Direct mentorship from senior operations — full lifecycle exposure
- Path to expanded responsibilities as trust builds
- Collaborative team, fast decisions, your work has visible impact
Pay: $58,000.00-$72,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Describe a time you had to coordinate between a Chinese supplier
AND a Canadian-side counterpart — broker, customer, or warehouse —
on a single issue. What was the situation, how did you sequence
the communication, and what was the result?
- Looking back at your past 1-2 jobs: why did you leave each one, and what
are you looking for in your next role that those didn't provide?
Experience:
- import logistics, freight forwarding, or customs brokerage: 1 year (required)
Language:
- Mandarin & English (required)
Work Location: In person
