Job Description

Job Summary

United Floral Distributors is a premier wholesaler of potted plants, cut flowers, and bouquets located in Fenwick, Ontario. Since 1993, UFD has been delivering product throughout Ontario and North-Eastern United States.

Our Fleet consists of over 40 trucks and sprinters and we employ over 55 drivers. We are seeking a Dispatch and Logistics Associate to assist with routing deliveries and analyzing/ support logistic processes. We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Dispatch and Logistics Associate to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for routing deliveries and analyzing logistic processes. You will utilize your expertise in transportation management systems and data entry to ensure efficient shipping and receiving processes. The hours of this role are 11:00 am to 7:00 pm, Monday to Friday.

Job Skills:

Strong leadership skills and a positive attitude Being an active listener with very good communication skills An honest, respectful individual who conducts all activities with integrity Ability to work well under pressure and stressful, busy times Ability to handle multiple projects in a dynamic fast-paced environment with shifting priorities Strong verbal and written communication skills; be clear, effective and professional Proactive team player who is willing to help the team, processes and protocols

Responsibilities:

Ensure the timely delivery of products to our customers by building and organizing runs Work on a JIT (Just in Time) delivery system, create/adjust runs with 1-2 day timeline to plan Work with technology and our software to monitor logistics, analytics, reporting, and performance of the system and team. Responsible for shipments and for optimizing and coordinating cost-effective route planning to fulfill the needs of customers. Assist our boarder paperwork staff with any issues relating to U.S. customs and brokerage, USDA Schedule and prepare nightly paperwork for office staff. Follow and ensure compliance with company health and safety policies Complete various other projects and duties as they arise and time permits Work with the Dispatch and Logistics Manager to update and comply with company safety policies Assist with invoicing and border paperwork Assist in the compliance with MTO /DOT regulations and hours of service including ELOGS
Compensation starts at $19.00-$20.00 per hour, depending on the candidate and increases from there.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00-$20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company events Dental care Extended health care On-site parking RRSP match Vision care Wellness program
Work Location: In person