Job Summary:
Reporting to the VP, Operational Excellence, the Logistics, Manufacturing & Maintenance Planner at Blue Spark Energy ("BSE") plays a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient movement of assets, managing global import/export logistics, and supporting manufacturing and maintenance operations. This role is critical in maintaining inventory accuracy, optimizing logistics to reduce costs, and ensuring the timely availability of assets for global operations. Acting as a liaison between internal teams, the Planner coordinates and drives operational efficiency.
Key Accountabilities:
Global Asset and Inventory Management
- Proactively manage global asset movements and maintain accurate, real-time inventory records.
- Coordinate with purchasing to manage consumable inventory levels and manage material receipts.
- Ensure assets are available to meet global operational and preventative maintenance demands.
Manufacturing and Maintenance Coordination
- Develop and manage manufacturing schedules in alignment with organizational objectives and inventory availability.
- Support and implement Blue Spark's preventative maintenance program, coordinating materials through procurement.
- Issue production orders and manage parts inventory for manufacturing and repair activities.
Logistics and Export Management
- Ensure accurate and timely preparation of export documentation in compliance with international regulations.
- Liaise with shipping partners to negotiate rates, monitor shipments, and address discrepancies to avoid delays.
- Resolve logistical challenges by collaborating with internal and external teams.
Global Trade Compliance and Cost Optimization
- Adapt import processes to comply with evolving international regulations and stay informed of new trade agreements.
- Minimize global import fees by optimizing logistics and leveraging free trade agreements to reduce costs.
Skills & Traits & Key Competencies:
- Post Secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience in logistics, supply chain management, or international trade.
- Project management experience in logistics, supply chain, or operational environments is considered an asset; PMP certification or progress toward PMP is an advantage.
- Comprehensive knowledge of import/export regulations and global shipping procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to structure work, prioritize tasks, and manage competing deadlines.
- Diagnoses issues methodically, using data and root‑cause thinking.
- Proficiency in logistics software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience with global logistics and asset management in an industrial or energy sector.
- Familiarity with customs brokerage processes and freight forwarding.
Core Behavioral Competencies
- Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
- Accountability & Ownership
- Attention to Detail & Accuracy
- Collaboration
- Cross-Functional Communication
- Strategic Thinking
- Continuous Improvement Mindset
- Planning & Organization
Living our Core Values: Inspiring Energetic Change
- WE/ME: We act and make decisions for the benefit of the team, not for our own ego or advancement. Like family we are committed to the success and well-being of every Sparky
- Dependable: We say what we do and then we do what we say even when no one is watching
- Solve it: When we see problem we fix it using ingenuity and common sense. We have the courage to fail fast and learn
- Fun Works: We take ourselves lightly and our work seriously. Optimism, kindness and a sense of humor go a long way when the going gets tough. We can laugh at ourselves and with each other when sharing setbacks or celebrating success.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
At Blue Spark, we believe great teams are built through diverse perspectives and inclusive practices. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
Please apply directly through our careers page: https://bluesparkenergy.bamboohr.com/careers/55
