Job ID : 3482 

Closing Date : 05/11/2025

This position could be located in the following location(s): Manufacturing East Region – Sarnia, ON; Corunna Site – Corunna, ON; NOVA Head Office – Calgary, AB; Pittsburgh Corporate Admin – Pittsburgh, PA; Red Deer Executive Place – Red Deer, AB  

• This position provides the option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays each week, with the requirement to report to the primary NOVA Chemicals work location on Tuesdays through Thursdays. Employees can opt out of the hybrid schedule and will be expected to work Monday-Friday from the primary work location.

Who We Are:

At NOVA Chemicals we are reshaping plastics for a better, more sustainable world. Our dedicated team of talented individuals works collaboratively to create circular plastic solutions that make everyday life safer, healthier and better. With a focus on safety, social responsibility, and environmental stewardship, we strive to constantly improve and shape the future of our industry.  Join our team of talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and be a part of our journey towards sustainability leadership. Together we can create a better, more circular tomorrow. 

NOVA Chemicals, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, is wholly-owned by Mubadala Investment Company of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

We are seeking a Logistics Operations Coordinator - Truck who will join NOVA Chemicals to focus on day-to-day management of polyethylene shipment coordination. This role will support Customer Experience, Sales, and Inventory Planning functions.

The Logistics function within NOVA Chemicals is an essential piece of the equation to deliver an exceptional customer experience. Working through customer planned orders the Logistics Operations Coordinator ensures the right product and transportation providers are aligned to ensure reliable supply to our customers.

The successful candidate will become a member of the Logistics Operations team.

You Will Use Your Expertise To: 

Specifics of the role will vary depending on business needs, and would include activities such as:

• Monitor and schedule customer orders and respond to order process requirements
• Coordinate customer order interventions with the Customer Experience Team
• Update the packaging schedule daily, monitoring orders, inventory and forecast to determine requirements
• Investigate and help explore resolution for Supply Chain service level customer complaints
• Interact with other areas of the business including Customer Service, Operations (production, packaging and loading), Inventory Planning, and others
• Provide coaching and guidance to assist other logistics team members and suppliers to manage and improve processes
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with vendors and other partners
• Maintain data, conduct analysis, and report to key stakeholders regarding Logistics KPI’s
• Ensure carriers have capacity to manage demand
• Prepare shipping documentation in SAP, and manage shipment tenders in our Logistics Management System
• Schedule routine and non-routine shipments, providing reliable on time delivery. This includes tracking and expediting shipments
• Resolve carrier performance issues and communicate their resolution to key stakeholders
• Coordinate packaging and loading schedules at off-site facilities
• Coordinate with Corporate Logistics regarding carrier requirements
• Determine monthly forecast and requirements for carriers

What We Are Looking For:  

The successful individual will be a University graduate with 5-7 years of related experience OR 10+  years of combination of post-secondary education and related experience in a supply chain function and some professional development.

The ideal candidate possesses the following additional skills:

• Ability to function efficiently and independently in a team environment
• APICS, CITT or PLog certification
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter with a positive attitude and a strong desire to learn
• Ability to manage changing priorities in a high energy, sometimes demanding work environment
• Intermediate computer skills (demonstrated ability to work with MS Office and SAP)
• Flexible daily work hours to accommodate various time zones
• Able and willing to learn other roles within Supply Chain network

You Can Stand Out If:

• You are passionate about your work and put care and thought into all that you do.
• You are responsible and follow through with your commitments to others and to safety.
• You are innovative and are willing to challenge your biases when problem solving. 
• You are collaborative, inclusive, and work well with others towards team goals. 

Additional Information:

• Relocation will NOT be considered for this position
• Compensation will be commensurate with education and experience
• This role requires up to 10% travel

Why NOVA Chemicals?

NOVA Chemicals’ flexible benefit programs are designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees, because when it comes to benefits, everyone has different priorities. Our benefits offerings will vary based on your work location and are an element of the “Total Rewards” package used to reward employees.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request.