Job Description

Logistics Coordinator

Employer:                    Aquatrans Distributors Inc

Employer address:      Unit 203B – 8257 92nd Street, Delta, BC  V4G 0A4

Position name:            Logistics Coordinator

Location of work:        Unit 203B – 8257 92nd Street, Delta, BC  V4G 0A4

Nature of position:      Permanent, full-time (40 hours per week)

Wage:                          $24.04 per hour

Vacation:                     2-week vacation, 4% accrual each pay cheque

Language required:     English, spoken and written

Other benefits:            Extended health, dental, vision, Life, AD&D, LTD, cell phone                                                reimbursement of $55.00 per month

How to apply:              Please send your cover letter and resume attention Alyssa Carlton by email to alyssa.carlton@aquatrans.ca.

JOB DUTIES. The following duties will be performed in this position:

• Coordinate and monitor the logistics of the movement of product and specifically, the planning, shipping, and receipt of product in a cost and time efficient manner
• Ensure that product is shipped and received on schedule
• Manage and build relationships with drivers and customers through effective and frequent communication
• Process and communicate information from, to and among stakeholders and specifically:
• receive and process transportation requirement requests from customers
• report safety concerns or damage from stakeholders and ensure resolution
• manage customer expectations with regard to shipping and delivery, and specifically with regard to scheduling, delays, and related issues
• provide accurate, up-to-date information regarding shipments and logistics to all stakeholders as required, including information about routing and traffic concerns, weather and other hazards
• Book pickup and delivery appointments with customers
• Enter information in transport software system
• Collect and audit paperwork and driver envelopes to ensure accuracy
• Adhere to corporate and departmental policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as required

REQUIREMENTS. The successful applicant will possess, at a minimum, the following skills and experience:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Post-secondary diploma or certificate in business or supply chain management, or at least six months of experience in a similar role, is required
• Experience providing high levels of customer service
• Technological skills and knowledge of programs such as Microsoft Office, PoS systems, etc.
• Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times
• Able to work well under pressure and maintain calmness
• Flexible, ability to deal with change
• Strong attention to detail
• Very organized, with excellent multi-tasking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent customer service/communication skills
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude

We would like to thank you for your interest in this position. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.