Tender & Implementation Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

When it comes to logistics and freight forwarding, the success of our operations all comes back to the people behind it. That’s why at GEODIS Canada, we’re looking for someone like you – organized, process-and detail-oriented, and passionate about going above and beyond. If you’re looking for a highly engaging role, where you can use your international logistics knowledge, project experience, and problem-solving skills every day, then we want to meet you. Who are we? With 5,500 people and a global network, GEODIS is one of the world’s largest freight management companies. We serve our customers with integrated supply chain solutions that deliver cargo by sea and air. Our expertise, value-added services and e-services enable our customers to streamline the flow of goods. The backbone of our company is a self-reliant network of offices and air and ocean hubs in over 50 countries. Our Canadian operation is just one arm of our global network, comprised of 3 offices and almost 70 employees. Our Freight Forwarding team is currently in search of an energetic, motivated individual to join us as our new Tender and Implementation Coordinator. About the Position As our new Tender and Implementation Coordinator you will be part of the Business Solutions team, your primary goal is to maintain customer pricing matrices and provide specific pricing for bids. You will also be an integral part of the awarded bids implementation. You’ll be working with the Canadian Operation team, Procurement Manager, Geodis Vendors and regional team while reporting to the Solutions Director. Day to day, your Tender-related tasks: * Receive and evaluate Tenders & RFP according to Regional team and Solutions Director instructions for each opportunity and determine the best commercial approach and procurement action plan with the Solutions Director and Sales team. * Collect and submit RFI data and maintaining the RFI library. * Produce and compile pricing templates. * Tenders and RFP submission: respond to each opportunity ocean, air, logistics, within deadlines set up in the format required. * Maintain and update RFP Buy and Sell rates and validity during different rounds of negotiation and communicate with regional team and customer support about surcharges fluctuations, port situations. Develop customer specific pricing based on specific solution and product mix proposed. * Provide Profit & GP % analysis for each Tenders, RFQ and opportunities. Day to day, your Implementation-related tasks: * Lead the CA implementation for awarded businesses by participating in Regional and National implementation calls. * Review the award and coordinate with implementation stake holders (Sales team, Branch, and operational Managers.) about requirements and scope. * Launching Canada implementation through the Geodis Workflow Engine in a timely manner. * Create the customer awarded opportunities and assigned criteria. * Analyzing achieved cost and profitability. * Verify with operational team if auto rating is in place for Regional and National opportunities. * Participate in calls and provide updates on the Canadian implementation status, advancement, and completion. * Make sure that each opportunity implemented are validated and closed in Workflow once fully completed and implementation timeline and milestones are met. The best individuals in this role will have exposure to international ocean and air freight operations and have more than excellent written and verbal communication skills. They will take the initiative to find automated solutions when presented with challenges. Those with a high independent work ethic and ability to process and glean personal accountabilities from group meetings will excel in this position. For the right person, this role presents a terrific opportunity for growth and career progression. Our team is growing, and as you learn our business and processes, there is ample opportunity to progress and take on more responsibilities. Working @ GEODIS Canada This is a full-time permanent position. You’ll mostly be working virtually with a hybrid transition to our Mississauga office, right near the airport (Derry Rd/Airport Rd). You’ll work Monday to Friday, with typical hours from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, or 9 am – 5 pm, depending on your needs. Occasionally, depending on project and RFQ’s deadlines, you’ll need to work outside these hours. You’ll earn a competitive salary, with an excellent benefits package through the Geodis Sponsored Benefits and Retirement Plans. Working with our team, you’ll appreciate our cosmopolitan culture, and our easy-going and open atmosphere. We work closely together, striving to create an environment defined by respectful collaboration. We believe in nurturing talent and giving real responsibility early on. And though you’ll often be working with teammates across the country, or the world, you’ll feel connected by our uncompromising determination to deliver on our commitments to each other and to our clients. If this sounds like a team you want to be a part of, then we can’t wait to meet you. Qualifications * 3-5 years of experience in international logistics / freight pricing * Experience with Microsoft Office Suite including, Word & PowerPoint with advanced user experience in Excel * Strong mathematical skills * International freight exposure with knowledge of both air and ocean * Excellent written and verbal English communication skills * Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills * Relevant post-secondary degree/diploma (e.g. logistics, supply chain, or related) is an asset How to Apply Our online application will give you the option to apply to this role as a complete person – not just a resume. The application will assess your qualifications, personality traits and workplace preferences, and should take 10 to 15 minutes to complete. After submitting, you'll receive an email inviting you to log in and view your assessment results. We strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the community we work in and encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with disabilities. We will review applications, with priority given to those who have completed the assessment and look forward to hearing from you.