Supply Chain Specialist

Buyer / Supply Chain Specialist

3 month contract potential for extension

Guelph- ONSITE

Key Responsibilities :

The Logistics Analyst will assume a pivotal role in planning and optimizing transportation and freight operations across Canada and the US, for raw materials, inter-farm transfers, and finished goods to customers.

The experience with and understanding of Canadian and Northern US freight lanes and solving logistical challenges will prove crucial to the success of the business.

Primary responsibilities include :

• Proactively manage and negotiate freight rates, requirements and schedule all inbound and outbound freight routes throughout North America to ensure loads adhere to scheduled delivery windows and always remain within critical temps while in transit
• Work closely with carriers, suppliers, customers and internal teams to optimize freight movements nationally, which may include coordinating third-party warehousing suppliers and / or brokers
• Analyze freight and transportation data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve delivery performance
• Support the development of logistics strategies for both inbound and outbound transportation
• Monitor and forecast transportation capacity needs in coordination with production and sales
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations and company policies across all provinces and arrange custom clearance.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track KPIs, freight spend, and service metrics
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations, Procurement, and Customer Service
• Follow and uphold Good Manufacturing Processes (GMP) for food and physical health and safety
• Other responsibilities as assigned

What You Bring :

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