BASIC FUNCTION:
Red Apple Stores ULC is looking for a full time Logistics and Import Specialist to join our team. As a Logistics and Import Specialist, you will assist in the day-to-day operations of the Logistics Department to ensure the efficient and effective flow of goods. You will be a problem solver, using your analytic skills to develop solutions. You will also be providing necessary support and guidance to our 3PL as well as Red Apple partners, vendors, brokers, and forwarders.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Liaison between Merchants, 3PL DC and forwarder
Monitor and track Import shipments
Co-ordinate vendor pick-ups – domestic and US.
Validate orders for freight allocation when applicable
Audit invoices
Follow up with customs broker as needed
Execute all Regulatory requirements as requested in a timely manner
Develop proper process documentation as required
Work with vendors and merchants to ensure Purchase Order compliance
Provide support for inventory-related issues.
Validate and process vendor non-compliance
Assist the DC with purchase order discrepancies
Resolve and respond to vendors on Logistics issues.
Establish and maintain partnerships with all Red Apple teams to support business requirements and drive customer satisfaction.
Provide weekly/monthly and quarterly reports as needed.
Identify opportunities to optimize the supply chain, inventory, warehousing, and transportation management to bring efficiencies, extract margin and exceed customer expectations
Pull data to support analytics, reports on metrics to measure and manage KPIs
Sourcing of incremental capacity to cover peak demands
Support root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement processes to increase service performance.
OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Visit distribution centre several times per week and may be exposed to minor dust and dirt
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience:
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
College degree (or equivalent) in transport / logistics (CITT, PLOG)
Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience
Knowledge of Customs clearance processes for international shipping & trade documents.
Knowledge of U.S. imports, free trade agreements and industry resources
Experience with truck, rail, and/or ocean freight transportation
Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills. A high- level thinker.
Proactive attitude with a sense of urgency.
Excellent organizational skills, detailed-oriented, ability to work under pressure, manage deadlines and priorities.
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), ability to maintain good relationships with internal and external partners
Proficiency in MS Office: Excel and Outlook. Working knowledge of SAP/JDA is a definite asset
RELATIONSHIPS:
Ability to work co-operatively with internal and external partners
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Red Apple Stores ULC provides employment accommodation during the recruitment process. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing your application, please contact HR at [email protected].
Please email your resume directly to our Human Resources Department
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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