Cooke Aquaculture Inc. Looking for Logistics Coordinator at Saint John, NB Full Time

Cooke Aquaculture Inc., a dynamic and growing east coast family company, with Platinum Member status in the Canada’s Best Managed Companies Program has an opportunity for a highly motivated, results orientated individual with effective verbal and written communication skills to join the Company’s Logistics Team.

As a global seafood company, Cooke has operations in North America, Europe, South America, and Australia. Our company’s success is driven by our dynamic, highly skilled, and innovative management team, supported by dedicated employees who live in coastal communities and contribute to the local area’s economy and sense of community.

The Role

As a result of our robust growth we are seeking a Logistics Coordinator to join our team of professionals in Saint John, New Brunswick. Reporting to the Director of Logistics you will arrange for the safe transport of temperature sensitive products to customers in a timely and efficient manner.

Responsibilities will include;

• Coordinate the daily logistics needs to and from various plant locations in a timely manner
• Liaise with Plants, Distribution facilities, Customers and Carriers the timely movement of products via various modes and equipment type.
• Coordinate the movement of Ocean, Rail and air freight with multiple vendors in a timely and cost-effective manner
• Create optimized transportation routes and schedules for both LTL and TL shipments utilizing Transportation Management software
• Schedule pick-up and delivery appointments as necessary
• Track and trace shipments daily; trouble-shoot problems with shipments as they arise
• Manage Drayage activities of vendor carriers at multiple plant facilities
• Track carrier performance including on-time service and claims ratios
• Manage freight and accessorial costs with Carriers and Freight Forwarders
• Generate all necessary documentation for International Shipments
• Coordinate sample testing and documentation with plant and Quality Control departments as required.

To be effective in this role you must have

• Superior customer relationship skills,
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing tasks,
• Effective negotiating and communication skills,
• Effective problem-solving skills,
• Comfortable with changes

Education / Experience

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent and 1-3 years of experience required, logistics operations experience an asset.

The Opportunity

The role description is just one part of the story. This is an opportunity to grow, to stretch, to work within the parameters of the role but stretch to your fullest potential. We are a team that counts performance, we reward contribution, and we recognize talent. It is about being at the center of the fastest growing company in Atlantic Canada and knowing you are part of that growth. The ability to bring your passion for learning, desire for growth, and energy for moving your career forward is what we offer.

The Why

Why Cooke? Simple – because we are a company that rewards initiative, resourcefulness, and work ethic. We will champion your growth and provide you with the platform to create your path, your career, and your future.

NOTE: The recruiter is reviewing and interviewing eligible applicants for this position as they are received. If you are interested in this posting, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.