Logistics Coordinator-Cambridge, ON

Job title: Logistics Coordinator-Cambridge, ON

Company: Challenger

Job description: Envision:

Working for a company dedicated to personal career growth, success and providing opportunity in moving the organization forward. Your drive, ambition and working with an amazing group of people is part of what keeps you going. Challenger Motor Freight Inc. is a Platinum Club Member in Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies. Our success is directly attributed to our dedicated and talented team of professionals who work hard together with a common purpose – to keep us on the leading edge in safety, technology, and analysis.

It’s not by chance that Challenger is a leading North American freight transportation company. In 40 years, Challenger has grown from one person with a vision and a truck to an international transportation and supply chain management company.

We win as a team when we work as a team and succeed when our employees succeed. We want people who are resilient, team-oriented, and driven because we are laser focused on meeting commitments to our People, Customer, and Profit. If you’re looking to work for a dynamic, fast-paced, progressive organization then apply with us.

We offer the following in our search for engaged employees looking to become part of a successful team:

• A continuous learning environment that develops your individual career goals
• A continuous improvement environment where all ideas are explored
• Engaged coaches and mentors who will provide guidance but also allow autonomy
• Friendly Team atmosphere
• Competitive and comprehensive total rewards package including company paid group benefits and company sponsored retirement savings plan
• Competitive base compensation + incentive program and no monthly draw
• Office Hours are Monday to Friday 10am-7pm (some after hours also required)

The Opportunity:

As a Carrier Procurement Executive, you are one of the key members of the team. You are a specialist and you understand all elements of transportation. You will be responsible for coordinating the movement of freight using third party carriers on a daily basis. The successful candidate will be connected to the daily spot market and build upon their carrier network for quick coverage of both adhoc and contracted freight requests at positive margins whilst providing exceptional customer service.

We’re looking for the very best to join our talented team.

Key Accountabilities:

• Communicate with multiple Carriers daily to ensure successful coverage of freight in your assigned geographic region
• Plan, coordinate and monitor until completion all truckload, less than truckload freight using partner carrier equipment
• Effectively negotiate truckload and less than truckload rates with customers and third-party carriers to achieve a profitable margin
• Communicate dispatch information with Customer Service team members and assist with customer/carrier inquiries
• Works closely with Network Design team to identify opportunities for strategic partnerships
• Ensure all freight within your assigned geographic region is solutioned and in motion
• Continually look for opportunities to learn, always challenging the status quo
• Follow all company policies, ethics and company procedures

What You Will Need To Be Successful In This Role:

You have an unbelievable work ethic – better than anyone you know – with the drive and resiliency to win. Your unwavering resolve allows you to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy and time-sensitive environment. Most importantly you will always Go the Distance to make it happen for our Customers.

• 2 years Logistics Brokerage and/or Planning experience
• Experience in Customer Service
• Industry Expertise- Transportation industry knowledge including, effective partner carriers, rates, the domestic and international market, terminology and, general knowledge of primary customer industries
• A competitive desire to win
• The ability to operate with a sense of urgency in a highly time-sensitive environment
• Great negotiation skills – your specialty is closing the deal
• Strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated accountability in your decision making
• Effective communication skills (listening, verbal and written)
• Good analytical, mathematical and problem-solving techniques
• Working knowledge of Link Logistics, Excel and Transport Management Software

How To Apply:

If you are looking to join a premier transportation company and become an integral part of results-oriented team who constantly challenge themselves to Go The Distance for our customers and for each other, the role of Logistics Carrier Procurement Executive may be right for you.

No phone calls, please. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Challenger Motor Freight Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity in the workplace and encourage applications from all qualified candidates including women, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and aboriginal peoples. By submitting your resume, you consent Challenger Motor Freight Inc. to share this information within its divisions in order to identify other employment opportunities that you may be suitable for.

Expected salary:

Location: Cambridge, ON

Job date: Thu, 11 Feb 2021 00:26:10 GMT