Junior Freight Forwarder

Company Summary:

There are many reasons why Pentagon Freight Services Canada Ltd is an employer of choice in our specialist sector – and why people want to stay with us.

• A culture that promotes respect for colleagues and clients.
• A friendly, healthy working environment.
• Competitive remuneration packages with excellent benefits.
• Company paid; industry related education programs available for the successful candidate.

Position Summary:

Pentagon Freight Services Canada Ltd is currently seeking an individual to fill a Junior Freight Forwarding position in our Calgary office. We are willing to train someone with little to no experience to have a career as an International Freight Forwarder. Are you willing to learn? The following are job functions and processes you will be trained on over an extended period:

• Research and format quotations, including dimension/weight considerations, routing options and import/export requirements.
• Book and dispatch cargo, including complete transportation and customs documentation as required from point of origin to destination, all modes of transport including import and export cargo.
• Invoicing, costing and revenue calculation for each job file.
• Communicate timely and effectively with clients, colleagues and vendors.
• Develop and maintain customer and vendor relationships.

The Successful Candidate must:

• Have excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Have excellent computer and typing skills, being proficient with Word, Excel and internet applications.
• Understand the need for urgency and the ability to stay organized, focused and on task.

Our Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Matched pension plan and group RRSP
• Life insurance and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Health and Dental coverage
• Health Spending Account
• Competitive Vacation Allowance
• Friendly, small office work environment

If you feel you have a “can do” attitude, willing to focus on learning about our industry and the necessary skills to enhance our rapidly growing organization, please apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $45,000.00-$52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Calgary, AB T2E 8W1 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Calgary, AB T2E 8W1: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person