Title: Logistics Specialist
Reports To: Logistics Manager
Location of the Job: Steinway Blvd, Toronto, ON or Victoria St N. Kitchener, ON
Job Summary
The Logistics Specialist plays a key role in getting Freshstone Brands products to our customers in a timely manner. They are responsible for the execution and coordination of all transportation matters within the organization, and across the FBI Network. The Logistics Specialist plans, and implements vehicle scheduling, allocation, dispatching, and communication functions in accordance with established policies and objectives to effect economical utilization of assets. This includes meeting budgeted targets, organizing schedules & routes, route consolidation, source carriers and ensuring they meet all legal & CTPAT requirements. Negotiate freight lane rates, both LTL & TL. Works with customs broker to ensure cross border documentation is filed correctly. Works with PD & Sales to align samples for customer testing. Assures department is in compliance with transportation policies, procedures, and programs. The Logistics Specialist links all the processes involved, from obtaining the raw materials through to delivering the finished goods to the customer.
Responsibilities of the role
Education and core competencies requirements
· 5+ years experience in logistics, supply chain, or transportation.
· Fluency in French language is an asset
· Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or Logistics preferred or logistics certification commensurate experience
· Prior experience with transportation management/logistics systems implementation and management
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Proven analytical skills and ability to use data to support decisions.
Working Conditions
· Fast-paced product innovation environment with competing deadlines and priorities, supporting multiple stakeholders.
· Office environment
· May need to go out on the plant floor to review operating process and procedure (steel toe boots required, must follow proper GMPs)
· Some travel may require
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Benefits:
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
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Work Location: One location
Expected start date: 2023-01-30
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