Export Coordinator

Who are we?

Teknion creates furniture that connects people, technology and spaces. We hold to a simple yet powerful principle: design does matter. We are a different kind of company–one with an entrepreneurial spirit defined by passion, curiosity and bold, creative thinking. A privately held company with a youthful entrepreneurial spirit, we recognize the vast skills, knowledge, perspectives and cultural contributions that diversity brings to Teknion. Because different perspectives and experiences trigger creativity and innovation, diversity is integral to our success. Our employees are the heart and soul of our business. To support their development is to enhance our biggest asset.

What will you be doing?

Primary Responsibilities

• Work effectively with various groups, such as carriers, freight forwarders, banks, trucking companies, international clients and Teknion associate companies. Internally, this position requires close coordination with other departments (finance, purchasing, packaging, shipping, courier office, consolidation centres, int’l sales, marketing), for cost-effective and timely logistic arrangements.
• Co-ordinate assigned orders for export, including consolidations with the Global Group of companies and other suppliers, for sea, ground or air shipments, as applicable.
• Prepare and submit all export related documentation for international orders, to meet the import regulations in various countries.
• Coordinate shipments from various manufacturing locations in Canada and USA, to maximize container space usage and ensure proper documentation is issued for each container/shipment.
• Generate shipping plans and documentation, as well as examining export related documents for completeness and accuracy, amend and sign them, as required
• Handle letters of credit, documentary collections and other banking documents covering int’l shipments; any payment and cargo release instructions received from the Finance Dept must be implemented without delay.
• Obtain certification of documents from Consular or other authorities, as required.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• working effectively with various groups, such as carriers, freight forwarders, banks, trucking companies, international clients and Teknion associate companies. Internally, this position requires close coordination with other departments (finance, purchasing, packaging, shipping, courier office, consolidation centres, int’l sales, marketing), for cost-effective and timely logistic arrangements

What skills, experience and education are we looking for?

• Graduation from a recognized Export/Import program, BS level preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working as an International Export Coordinator in a large company
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to perform duties efficiently, in a deadline oriented and fast paced environment, with minimum supervision
• Good computer skills (Word, Excel, Internet, e-mail, CAED)
• Good math skills, for prompt evaluations and decisions
• Accurate, detail oriented, organized and structured
• Working knowledge of International Export/Import policies and practices, as well as Canadian export regulations
• Solid knowledge of International Letters of Credit, Documentary Collections and related business and banking practices and documentation
• Strong anticipation skills and forward thinking

Why should you grow with us?

• Competitive Salary
• Company Paid benefits
• Group RRSP plan
• Pension Plan
• Excellent work environment and culture
• Corporate perks and discounts year round
• Our People

Teknion is committed to supporting a culture of diversity and accessibility across the organization, starting with the hiring process. It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment.

Teknion welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

By applying for a position with Teknion, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Teknion's employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, credit check and criminal check. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.

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