Junior Logistics Coordinator

We are seeking a JuniorShipping Coordinator for our Scarborough location - 255 Brimley Rd.

This person would be responsible for planning shipments, communicate shipping priorities with Planners and all other related parties. Arranges loads and coordinates transportation requirements with outside carriers. Determines loading priorities and provides instruction to Lead Hands and loaders. Processes shipping documents and performs other required shipping administrative tasks to maximize customer satisfaction and increase shipping efficiencies.

Job Duties:

• Plan and modify efficient shipment plans in advance of customer due dates and communicate shipping priorities with the Planner.
• Actively participate in backlog meetings as required and other necessary communications with planners to update shipment plan and accordingly make any necessary changes to delivery arrangements.
• Arrange loads and coordinate transportation with outside carriers. Ensures transportation resources (i.e. drivers, tractors, trailers, etc.) are utilized most efficiently to minimize total delivery costs while adhering to customer delivery requirements.
• Call customers and arrange deliveries per customer requirements.
• Determine loading priorities and provide instruction to loaders.
• Communicate customer priorities with Customer Service, Lead Hands, Warehouse Supervisor, and Planners.
• Process and file bill of ladings as required.
• Process and file shipping order documents as required.
• Follow all processes to properly update data in company’s computer system as required.
• Prepare and process custom documents for international shipments.
• Keep a log of CHEP and CPC pallet transactions and prepare and process all necessary documents. Participate in CHEP and CPC counts as required.
• Experience with WMS
• Actively participate in improving shipping processes by discovering root causes of potential errors and recommending and implementing solutions to avoid them.

Education/Qualifications:

• Grade 12 minimum
• Problem Solving Skills
• Organization Skills
• Leadership skills
• Good communication
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts
• Team Player
• Self starter

Atlantic Packaging is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where all colleagues and customers feel valued and supported. We are committed to developing our team to reflect the diversity of our communities in which we live and work and seek applicants with a wide range of abilities. If you require accommodation, please contact HR@atlantic.ca.