Mill Sales Coordinator (22-Month Term)

Job Description

Our Mill Sales Coordinator is a strategic thinker with a knack for coordination and communication. They thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy managing product supply and inventory levels, and are crucial in maximizing resources and building strong relationships. If this sounds like you, read on to discover more about this exciting opportunity!

We’re looking for a Mill Sales Coordinator to join our head office located in Vernon, British Columbia. Our head office houses Tolko’s corporate services groups including Sales, Marketing & Logistics, Finance, Accounting & Credit, IT, Procurement and Human Resources.

Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:

• Some post‑secondary education in business, forestry, manufacturing or equivalent experience.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Experience providing positive customer experience, with proven relationship and conflict management skills.


• Proven problem‑solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to provide multiple solutions to a given challenge.


• High level of ability in Outlook (email management) and Excel (formulas, pivot tables, lookups).


• Working knowledge of up and down stream supply chain structure.


• Experience using a sales system (AX or other).


• Experience in forestry or wood products is an asset.

We value diversity at Tolko and know that experience and knowledge comes in many forms. Even if you don't have all the qualifications above, please apply. We would love to hear your story and have you grow with us.

In this role, you will:

• Gather, analyze, and communicate product supply information to manage working capital and on‑time shipment.


• Work to achieve optimum value for Tolko by effectively utilizing container capacity and rates.


• Respond quickly and proactively to supply and demand shifts via market allocation processes.


• Address and suggest actionable changes for product damages or claims for shipments.


• Use problem‑solving skills to suggest changes to individual orders when required.


• Create orders and process all shipping and receiving for reman and external purchases.


• Liaise with sales and agents closely on customer requirements.

So, what’s in it for you?

• Exciting new challenge with supportive team members.


• Competitive salary based on your skills and experience. The expected base salary range for this position is $60,000 to $80,000 per year.


• Excellent benefits, so you don’t have to choose between your bottom line and your wellbeing or your future.


• Continued development through on‑the‑job training and mentorship.

The North Okanagan Valley includes the communities of Vernon, Armstrong, Lavington, Lumby and Lake Country, British Columbia. Surrounded by lakes, these communities provide family‑friendly living with lots of amenities and beautiful weather. Visit one of our local wineries or fine dining restaurants, go boating, hiking, biking, skiing, catch a round of golf, or visit a local market to pick up fresh fruit and produce… whatever your pleasure, you’ll find it here. Watch this video to learn about the region and find out why life is better here.