Logistics Supervisor
City : Edmonton
Category : Supervisory and management
Industry : Charitable Organizations
Employer : Canadian Blood Services
Job posting ID: 8726
Employment status: Regular full-time
Position's anticipated start date: 2026-06-21
Number of positions available: 1
Salary/Rate of pay: $86,400 to $101,700
Application deadline: 2026-05-29
- This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.
Application requirements:
- Your up-to-date resume.
- Job specific cover letter.
- We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.
Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page.
Together, the work we do connects people and changes lives — including your own.
Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.
About the role
Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Regular full-time Logistics Supervisor to join our dynamic Supply Chain Operations West team in Edmonton.
The Supply Chain Operations West team is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services by assisting in the delivery of products, processes and services provide life-saving treatments for Canadians. In this role, you will provide leadership and operational oversight of field logistics, ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of transportation, warehouse, supply, and clinic support services that enable life-saving operations across the organization.
Formula for success
Leadership & People Management
- Lead, coach, and develop a team within a unionized environment, fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performance culture
- Manage the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management (PDPs/PIPs), discipline, grievance handling, and termination recommendations
Operations & Service Delivery
- Oversee day-to-day logistics operations including transportation, warehousing, supply management, and clinic kit preparation
- Ensure consistent execution of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) across internal stakeholders (Collections, Production, Distribution, Donor Testing, etc.)
Compliance, Safety & Quality
- Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), OH&S regulations, and applicable legislation
Performance Management & Continuous Improvement
- Develop, monitor, and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), service levels, and operational metrics
- Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives within logistics operations
Fleet & Asset Management
- Oversee fleet operations, including maintenance, inspections, compliance tracking, and utilization
Training & Workforce Capability
- Ensure all staff meet required training, certification, and competency standards
- Coordinate and track training programs to ensure compliance with regulatory and operational requirements
Financial Accountability
- Support budget planning, provide input into forecasting, and identify and implement cost efficiencies and operational improvements
Desired education and skills
- Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field (asset)
- Minimum 3 years of experience in logistics operations (transportation, warehouse, or supply chain)
- Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in a unionized environment
- Experience managing KPIs, reporting, and operational performance metrics
- Knowledge of GMP, OH&S, and regulatory compliance requirements
What we offer you
- 4 weeks' vacation.
- Annual performance award up to 6%.
- Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
- Defined benefit pension plan.
- Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.
What you can expect
- Schedule – Monday–Friday (7:00–15:00 or 8:00–16:00), on call once a month
- On-site role based in Edmonton
- Participation in a 24/7 operational environment, with flexibility to support off-shift or after-hours needs as required
- Physical requirements – ability to lift weight up to 10 kg (22 lbs.)
- Travel requirements – Occasional regional travel may be required
If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.
We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.
Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system, to ensure you receive them please add donotreply@blood.ca and system@successfactors.com to your safe senders list.
Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.
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