Program Specialist

We are currently seeking a Program Specialist to join the Sales, Marketing & Logistics team in person in our corporate office located in downtown Toronto.

Program Specialist (Early Career Opportunity)

 Launch your career in a dynamic, customer‑focused role within the forest industry

If you’re a recent graduate with exceptional interpersonal skills, strong analytical thinking, and the ambition to grow into a future leader, this role offers the perfect foundation.

As a Program Specialist, you’ll collaborate closely with our Sales, Logistics, and Product teams to support and enhance key customer programs that ensure efficient, cost‑effective product movement from our facilities to our customers. You’ll gain hands‑on experience in program management, data analytics, and cross‑functional collaboration—while building a long‑term career path in a major North American forest products company.

We’re looking for someone who is curious, relationship‑driven, and eager to learn how our business operates end‑to‑end.

What You Will Do

• Contribute to a collaborative team working to strengthen West Fraser’s Supply and Operations Planning (SNOP) processes and support margin optimization.
• Use data analytics to track, measure, and present performance metrics for customer consignment and vendor‑managed programs.
• Partner with Sales, Analytics, Logistics, and Product Management to maintain high service levels across all customer segments.
• Help design, refine, and implement systems that improve inventory accuracy, program performance, and customer experience.
• Build foundational knowledge of forest‑industry operations, product flow, and customer program management.

What You Bring

• A diploma or bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, Operations, or a related field.
  Bachelor Commerce graduates strongly encouraged to apply.
• Interest or experience in the forest products, building materials, or manufacturing sectors—through internships, co‑ops, summer roles, or coursework.
• Strong analytical skills and comfort working with data; experience with Excel (pivot tables, forecasting, scenario analysis) is an asset.
• Curiosity about how products move through an organization and how customer programs are structured and supported.
• Excellent communication skills, including confidence presenting in group settings.
• A detail‑oriented mindset with the ability to manage weekly and monthly program tasks accurately.
• A collaborative, proactive approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement.
• Experience in leadership, mentoring, student clubs, athletics, or community involvement.
• Additional language skills (Spanish or French) are an asset.

Why This Role Is Ideal for New Grads

• You’ll gain exposure to multiple functions—Sales, Logistics, Analytics, Product Management—building a strong foundation for future advancement.
• You’ll be supported by leaders who invest in developing early‑career talent.
• You’ll work in a fast‑paced environment where your ideas and initiative are valued.
• You’ll have a clear path to grow into roles in program management, operations, analytics, or commercial functions.

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary with an annual bonus opportunity. The typical salary range for this position is $70,000 - $83,000, may vary depending on education, and relevant experience.
• Comprehensive benefits: including medical, dental, and vision coverage, pension and saving plans, life, disability, and accident insurance, vacation time, paid holidays and additional benefits to support your well-being.

Workplace Location Summary: 

• Toronto is Canada’s largest city and a world leader in business, finance, technology, entertainment, and culture. Its large population of immigrants from all over the globe has also made Toronto one of the most multicultural cities in the world.

About Us:

West Fraser offers exciting career paths in trades, operations, professional services, engineering and forestry across more than 50 locations in Canada, the U.S., the U.K. and Europe. 

From lumber to engineered wood products, West Fraser delivers high-quality, naturally renewable building materials to the world. In all aspects of our business, we’re committed to responsible product sourcing and harvesting practices, backed by globally-recognized forest certifications. 

Diversity:  

At West Fraser, we strongly believe promoting diversity and inclusion is essential to our success. Our commitment to creating inclusive workplaces is reflected in our core values, and we constantly strive to foster a culture that values and respects every individual’s unique background and perspective. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to shaping a brighter future by embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. Join our team at West Fraser and help us build a more diverse and inclusive community.

Sustainability:

West Fraser is fully committed to sustainable forest management as defined in our environmental policy, which is reflected in every aspect of our work. We adopt new technologies and innovations to create exceptional building materials. Wood products are a natural, renewable, recyclable, and environmentally sustainable choice for consumers who prioritize sustainability.

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