Logistics Manager
Canadian Solar
Company Overview
Canadian Solar Inc.
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
2001
Approximately 20,000 employees globally (source: prnewswire.com). Revenue data for 2023 is not specified.
What They Do
Canadian Solar focuses exclusively on solar photovoltaic technology, battery energy storage, and related systems, without involvement in wind, hydrogen, or grid infrastructure beyond solar integration (source: wikipedia.org). The company manufactures high-efficiency PV modules utilizing advanced 210mm and 182mm N-type TOPCon solar cells, achieving bifaciality up to 85%. Their flagship products include the TOPBiHiKu7 series, which has cumulatively shipped nearly 170 GW globally as of late 2025 (source: csisolar.com). Additionally, through its subsidiary e-STORAGE, Canadian Solar provides utility-scale and residential battery storage solutions, having shipped over 16 GWh by September 30, 2025, with a substantial contracted backlog of $3.1 billion as of October 31, 2025 (source: prnewswire.com). Their target markets span residential, commercial & industrial (C&I), and utility-scale customers in over 160 countries, with a strong emphasis on the US, Canada, Europe, China, UK, South Africa, and Brazil (source: canadiansolar.com).
Projects & Track Record
Since entering project development in 2010, Canadian Solar has developed, built, and connected approximately 12 GWp of solar power projects and 6 GWh of battery energy storage projects worldwide, with a pipeline of 25 GWp solar and 81 GWh storage in various stages (source: prnewswire.com). Notable completed projects include the 32 MWp (23 MWac) Suffield solar facility in Southeast Alberta, Canada, which powers 7,400 households annually (source: wikipedia.org). In South Africa, Canadian Solar supplied 256 MW of modules for two utility-scale projects by SOLA Group, generating 580 GWh annually to power 40,000 households and significantly reducing CO2 emissions (source: wikipedia.org). Currently, the company operates 1.6 GWp solar projects with 6.5 GWp under construction or backlog and 20.9 GWp in pipeline, plus 1 GWh storage operating, 8.5 GWh backlog, and 54.3 GWh pipeline (source: prnewswire.com).
Recent Developments
In the last two years, Canadian Solar has made significant strides, including the opening of its new global headquarters in Kitchener, Ontario, on January 15, 2025, which consolidates various business units and reinforces its North American roots (source: prnewswire.com). On December 1, 2025, the company announced it would resume direct oversight of US manufacturing through CS PowerTech joint ventures, aiming to create thousands of US jobs and reshore supply chains (source: prnewswire.com). In June 2023, Canadian Solar planned a $250 million investment in a 5 GW factory in Mesquite, Texas, which is expected to employ up to 1,500 people and produce 20,000 panels daily (source: wikipedia.org). Additionally, the company has partnered with SOLARCYCLE for US-wide module recycling, enhancing its sustainability efforts (source: solarcycle.us).
Working There
Canadian Solar offers a diverse range of roles across various departments, including manufacturing, project development, energy storage, sales, engineering, supply chain, and corporate functions at its Kitchener headquarters (source: prnewswire.com). The company is actively hiring in Kitchener, Ontario, and Mesquite, Texas, where a new factory is expected to create up to 1,500 manufacturing jobs (source: prnewswire.com). The culture at Canadian Solar emphasizes innovation and collaboration, as highlighted by CEO Dr. Shawn Qu during the opening of the Kitchener HQ, which is designed to align the company's vision with its Canadian roots amid global growth (source: prnewswire.com). While specific benefits are not detailed in public disclosures, the company is committed to sustainability and publishes annual reports aligned with various standards, targeting 100% renewable energy for operations by 2030 (source: canadiansolar.com).
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As a cutting-edge division of Canadian Solar, a global leader founded in 2001, we stand at the forefront of manufacturing high-performance solar panels, inverters, and advanced energy storage solutions. In this fast-growing, high-impact industry, our deep commitment to sustainability drives everything we do, creating innovative technologies that power a brighter, greener future.
Across Canadian Solar's powerful ecosystem-including CS Power Systems, CSPowerTech, e-STORAGE, Recurrent Energy, MSS, and CSI Solar-we're deeply invested in our people's success. If you're passionate about renewable energy and want to "Make the Difference" by building a lasting positive impact on the planet and communities everywhere, join us at CS Power Systems-where your talent can help shape the clean energy revolution.
This Supply Chain/Logistics Manager is overall responsible for Mesquite Plant logistics operation, including warehousing, domestic & international transportation and customs, to ensure the requirements of the company and customers are properly met. The Supply Chain/Logistics Manager will lead a group of team members, and collaborate closely with internal stakeholder from Sales, Finance and other Supply Chain functions as well as external suppliers
Primary Responsibilities
- Closely monitor warehouse, transportation & customs third-party logistics performance, lead KPI performance review and work with third-party logistics on action plans to close gap against KPI targets per service agreement, drive third-party logistics on continuous improvement
- Work closely with sourcing team on Local third-party logistics selection and bidding process, support pricing and contract negotiation as well as ongoing vendor management
- Secure sufficient storage and delivery capacity with third-party logistics, build up flexibility to meet business requirement and contingency
- Responsible for logistics budget on Distribution Center and inbound/outbound Freight, identify opportunity for productivity improvement including but not limited to space optimization, transportation mode optimization, freight control
- Develop and recommend improvement to existing processes and procedures that contribute to continuous improvement of local operations and reduction of administrative burdens and cost
- Hold regular review on inventory healthy, work closely with planning team to monitor inventory level, provide logistics information on storage capacity planning, inventory aging & drive aged/defective stock clearance
- Maintain good relationship with internal and external customers, understand customer needs and define proper process to meet customer request
- Work closely with compliance, quality and EHS team to ensure suppliers understand and comply with company's standards and business continuity requirements
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's degree or above, preferred in Logistics, Engineering, or related field
- Minimum 8 years' experience in warehouse management or transportation, preferably in a manufacturing environment
- Familiar with international and domestic logistics service providers
- Good knowledge on SAP system
Compensation and Benefits
Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement. Our generous benefits package includes a 401(k) Retirement Plan, medical/dental/life/disability program, PTO and sick days. Canadian Solar Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status
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About the role
June 23, 2026
Full time
Company
- Mesquite, Texas, United States
Minimum 8 years in warehouse management or transportation
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