At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate ground logistics, ensuring timely delivery and excellent customer service.
- Company: Join Omnitrans, a leader in logistics with a positive and inclusive culture.
- Benefits: Solid compensation, hybrid work, healthcare benefits, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on customer experience while learning and growing in logistics.
- Qualifications: Experience in ground logistics and strong customer service skills required.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
If you are looking for a positive work environment, a sense of belonging, purpose and happiness of human dimensions, where collaboration and continuous improvement are part of your day-to-day, and where you have a direct impact on the customer experience, you are at the right place!
- Omnitrans
- ( A Fastfrate Group Company ) is currently searching for a
- Logistics Specialist to join our Ground Logistics division in
- Montreal or
Toronto .
We are looking for a dynamic, customer service focused, curious and flexible individual to join our growing team.
This superstar will learn about our business and assist where required on two of our most robust teams.
You will get to know our clients, vendors and work across multiple transportation modes from LTL/FTL/ Drayage and more!
Knowledge of container drayage & CFS warehousing will be a major asset to joining our team.
Ready to learn, grow and achieve daily success?
Summary Of Position
Coordinate activities related to ground logistics traffic, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of service from shipper to destination.
Negotiate standard orders for LTL and FTL clients or adhere to contract rates as needed.
Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders (other divisions, customers, carriers)
Negotiate standard orders for LCL and FCL clients or adhere to contract rates as needed.
Coordinate the final mile ocean and air shipments in North America. Ensure timely and efficient delivery of service from ocean/rail/CFS/airport to destination.
Coordinate warehousing services and projects based on client’s needs (destuffing, palletizing, etc.)
Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders (other divisions, customers, carriers)
Responsibilities
- Apply your top-rated customer service skills to achieve customer satisfaction!
- Receive orders; contact shippers, consignees and clients to confirm shipment details; confirm timing, schedule pickups and/or delivery appointments.
- Ensure empty return of containers in allotted time.
- Contact carriers to obtain availability; negotiate rates and book freight using various resources such as internal lists, Load Link and DAT.
- Participate/assist in the quoting process and follow up with clients on quotes.
- Obtain documentation to export and import brokerage teams to ensure documentation is received and processed in a timely manner.
- Consolidate shipments, when possible, to maximize revenues and ensure service.
- Trace progress of shipments , and update clients and system accordingly.
- Once delivered, verify all bills and charges to process client invoices.
- Obtain POD; you may have to contact suppliers to verify the accuracy of charges.
- Enter/update information in the computer system to keep all load boards current and relevant
- Escalate any complaints, service failures, claims, potential risks to Omnitrans or clients to the supervisor in a timely manner.
- Ensure profit margins are maintained within Departments expectations.
- Ensure AP discrepancies are maintained within set boundaries.
- Availability on West Coast hours may be required as needed.
What You Bring
- Completion of CEGEP or equivalent
- 3-5 years of Ground Logistics experience
- Strong and experienced understanding of Airport pickups, Ocean/Rail drayage, terminologies, warehousing and pick & pack, will be a strong asset for applicants!
- A deep and strong knowledge of the transport carrier marketplace, carrier names, common lanes, pricing etc.
- Ability to multi-task, in detail, with high volume shipment count
- Experience and knowledge in North American geography (CA/US/Mex).
- Experience in a load brokerage environment is required
- Experience with specialized services such as trade shows, refrigerated is an asset
- Strong client service and problem-solving skills; capable of thinking out of the box
- Detail oriented, highly organized, proactive with a strong sense of urgency.
- Good communication skills (French & English) both verbal and written.
What We Offer
- Be part of a well-established international company, combining 45 years of experience in Customs Brokerage & Logistics services.
- Have an impact on the growth of the company.
- A solid compensation.
- A hybrid work environment.
- 24/7 telemedicine platform and an extra healthcare account expense.
- Have access to a complete insurance program of dental & medical services.
- Grow your career in a reputable company.
- Work in a flexible company with an agile mindset.
Omnitrans is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible and inclusive work environment to eliminate discrimination based on age, skin colour, origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation and any other characteristic.
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Logistics Specialist, Ground in Toronto employer: Omnitrans
Omnitrans, part of the Fastfrate Group, is an exceptional employer that offers a dynamic work environment in Montreal/Toronto, where Sales Executives can thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth, competitive compensation, and a hybrid work model, we empower our team to make a real impact on business development while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. Join us to be part of innovative projects and a culture that values autonomy and collaboration.
