Director of Logistics

To apply for this opportunity, please submit your application through our recruitment partner at:https://leadersinternational.com/goodwill-industries-of-alberta-director-of-logistics/

Job Type: Full-time, Salaried (37.5 hours per week)

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer

Great Work. Great People. Great Place. GREAT Purpose.

Are you passionate about leading logistics for a greater cause? Do you thrive in dynamic environments, value innovation, and want to make a measurable impact on your community? Then Goodwill Industries of Alberta is the place for you!

About Goodwill:

Goodwill is dedicated to providing people with disabilities and barriers to employment the opportunity to find meaningful work. Powered by generous community donations and driven by our retail success, we live our values every day—working as One Amazing Team to Make a Positive Impact and Get Better and Better Every Day.

What You’Ll Be Doing:

• Lead and oversee logistics operations across Impact Centres, donation centres, warehousing, and transportation functions.
• Develop and execute strategies for efficient donation flow, inventory distribution, and cost control.
• Collaborate with Operations Directors to align inventory and donation capacity with retail needs.
• Implement best practices and systems that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance sustainability.
• Ensure consistent and timely transportation, routing, and store replenishment.
• Oversee maintenance of logistics vehicles, equipment, and warehouse safety standards.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including Finance, Operations, and Sustainability to achieve organizational goals.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and use data-driven insights to improve operations.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and succession planning within the Logistics team.
• Champion Goodwill’s brand integrity, sustainability commitments, and mission impact throughout all logistics operations.

What You Bring To The Table:

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in logistics/supply chain, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record in multi-unit operations, warehouse management, and transportation logistics.
• Strong understanding of inventory optimization, donation flow, and retail distribution networks.
• Proficiency with logistics systems and software (e.g., WMS, TMS).
• Strong leadership and coaching skills with experience in developing high-performing teams.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage budgets, control costs, and make data-driven decisions.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across departments and levels of leadership.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License, clean driving record, reliable transportation, and eligibility to work in Canada.

Please note that the selected candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Record Check.

We thank all applicants for their interest in being a part of our GREAT purpose! Goodwill Industries of Alberta is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind.