Logistics Coordinator

Key Responsibilities :This person would be a member of the Logistics Team with the responsibility to successfully implement Taiga’s Logistics needs and functions, including but not limited to: Assess internal Taiga freight requirements to negotiate competitive market rates and secure reliable freight services.Coordination of inbound and outbound material using in-house systems (bisTrack and a live freight board system).Follow up on the status of booked loads.Staying current with industry trends that will influence the supply, demand and cost related to Taiga’s freight requirements.Review and process freight and custom invoices efficiently and accurately.Ability to create Customs documentation for cross border freight movements.Interact with railways and represent the interests of Taiga’s rail serviced operations.Interact with suppliers, carriers and Taiga operations to maintain a positive and collaborative work environmentLiaison between Taiga’s accounts payable and truck companies’ accounts receivables. Attributes Knowledge – understanding various modes of transportation and logistics processes; basic accounting skillsFlexibility – able to prioritize tasksGood communication skills – verbal and written; ability to resolve Logistics issues promptlyInitiative: assess situations and proactively initiate action independentlyResourcefulness: find quick and clever ways to overcome difficultiesAssertiveness: able to successfully manage confrontation and take a competitive approach to managing Taiga’s freight expensesMultitasking: Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.Experience with flat deck/open deck transportation mode is an asset Dimensions of Performance Evaluation: Safety RecordProductivityFreight ExpensesEmployee Survey results Benefits Salary – $55,000 to $65,000Dental careDisability insuranceExtended health careLife insuranceRRSP matchVision careWellness program Regular Shift Timing: Monday to Friday