Logistics Coordinator
Milton, ON, Canada
Job Description
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Logistics Coordinator \xe2\x80\x93 Canadian Flatbeds Permanent full-time Milton, Ontario Full We are looking for a Logistics Coordinator to work independently between our specialized freight department and our brokerage division. You are a self-starter that works well within a team but thrives in an independent work environment. You have experience in obtaining permits and the legal requirements and/or restrictions of specialized freight. At times you will be called upon to help your teammates in other departments, so having the ability to adapt to changing environments is a must, and a flexible work habit is what it takes to get the job done. Job Responsibilities
- Drives a culture of \xe2\x80\x9cDo It Safe, Do It Right the First Time\xe2\x80\x9d with actions and words every day
- Work with the logistics team to safely and efficiently meet the required daily activities
- Compile route assignments and dispatch drivers
- Track, trace, and update the status of shipments
- Strong understanding of State/Provincial laws relating to load restrictions of heavy haul
- Be responsive to day-to-day issues, take proactive role in improvement initiatives and be a high-performing team player
- Analyzing and optimizing logistical procedures
- Communicating with customers and responding to their queries (via phone, email or fax) in a professional and timely manner
- Prepare accurate reports for upper management
- Provide additional backup support to other team members after hours, as needed
- Maintain positive working relationship with all coworkers, drivers, management, and customers
- Establish a carrier base for new and existing accounts
- Price negotiations for 3PL services
- Contact with existing and new carriers to determine availability and negotiate transportation rates
- Research and understand markets trends, changes, and seasonality as per the type of industry
- Communicate with clients and carriers daily to negotiate rates plan movement
- Work in tandem with the internal team members to ensure client satisfaction
- 2+ years of trucking industry and/or dispatch experience is an asset
- Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Logistics and Transportation (preferred)
- Knowledge of transportation and logistics software, such as PC Miler and Load Link, will be considered an asset
- Excellent communication skills, organizational skills and time management skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage high-stress situations calmly and effectively
- Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations
- Good command of MS Office operating systems (Excel, Word and Outlook) with an ability to quickly learn new operating platforms/systems
- Knowledge of different transportation laws and regulations within Canada and the USA
- Experience working with heavy haul will be an asset
- Competitive salary
- Extended health and dental care benefits
- Employee and family assistance program
- Career growth
- Paid time off
- On-site parking
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
- logistics: 2 years (preferred)
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD2128991
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationMilton, ON, Canada
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EducationNot mentioned