Job Description

Position Title: SHIPPING CLERK

Reports to:

Production Manager

Work Schedule:

Regular, Full-Time, Days

About Allseating:

For more than 40 years, Allseating has been a leader in the design and development of solutions that adjust to the needs of customers in the office, educational and healthcare industries. Our 150,000 square foot facility in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada is home to our broad line of seating solutions. Whether it's through innovative designs or comprehensive service programs, we're always working at making people feel comfortable.

Allseating is a company that's growing. In order to accelerate innovation, we are recruiting talented individuals who will become vital and interconnected leaders of our development process.

Job Responsibilities:

The Shipping Clerk is responsible for the following:

Preparing shipping documents/documentation (work orders, bills of lading, and shipping orders to route materials); Assisting with the daily shipping duties within the company; Preparing customs documents for shipments outside of the country; Negotiating the best rates and carrier selection for all outgoing shipping worldwide; Route determination; Providing rate quotation to support the Sales team; Communicating with transport companies to arrange pick-ups; Coordinating Less-Than-Truckload (LTL), Fuller-than-Truckload (FTL) and Truckload (TL) domestic and cross border shipments; Tracking and tracing of shipments; Ensuring carrier compliance; Obtaining Proof-of-Delivery (POD) as required; Ensuring all orders are submitted to the shipping department and processed as per the MRP report; Communicating with customers to advise of orders are ready for pick-up; Preparing the daily Ship-Log; Daily preparation and emailing of the on-time delivery report; Preparing the MRP report for production ensuring transportation companies used are clearly identified; Troubleshooting pricing issues with carriers; Checking invoices to confirm that the costs are accurate and in line with the original quotes; Auditing carrier invoices if there is a rate discrepancy; Providing excellent customer service for both internal and external customers; Interfacing with loaders and receivers; Filing damage claims; and Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Must have strong computer skills and be proficient in Microsoft Office suite Must have strong professional business communication skills Must work effectively independently and with a team Must be capable of delivering results and positively impacting the company's financials Must have strong problem solving, mathematical skills, and troubleshooting capabilities; Must work in an organized manner with an ability to prioritize work and meet tight deadlines; Must have the ability to work in a fast paced and rapidly changing environment; Must possess a strong attention to detail; and Must have a positive 'can-do' attitude.

Minimum Qualifications:

Previous experience (approx. 1-2 years) in a clerical role preferably in a shipping environment; English language proficiency (read/write/speak); Diploma in a related discipline; and Demonstrated knowledge of principles and methods for moving goods by air, sea, and road; including relative costs and benefits

Work Environment:

Office setting and Shipping setting
If you are a team player and looking for a position to demonstrate your drive, enthusiasm and initiative, we look forward to hearing from you!

Please submit your resume.

We thank all applicants for their interest in ALLSEATING; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please no phone calls or agencies.

ALLSEATING is an equal opportunity employer. If applicable, in accordance with AODA standards, please inform ALLSEATING of accommodations that are required during the recruitment process.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $20.00-$22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Disability insurance Extended health care Life insurance On-site gym On-site parking Store discount Vision care
Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Mississauga, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

shipping: 3 years (preferred)
Language:

English (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

CITT or CLTD designation (preferred)
Work Location: In person