WPG - Logistics Coordinator

Gardewine is a large transportation, warehousing, and logistic company with terminals across Canada and a strong history that dates back to the 1950’s. The most important aspect of our company’s operations is our dedicated people; our people will always be the source of our success and their safety and health will always come first.

Logistics Coordinator

Summary

The logistics coordinator is responsible for rate spot quoting, third party carrier relations, and order entry of shipments on a daily basis. Many special projects of an entrepreneurial and sales nature may also be included in this role.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide positive and professional service to all customers
• Prepare customer RFP’s and project cost estimates using costing data and metrics
• Building and maintaining third party carrier relationships while effectively quoting customers for shipments and long term projects
• Use logistics software system to quote, track, broker and invoice customer orders
• Utilize various Microsoft excel spreadsheet features to assess rate data, lane data and create reports summarizing operational and financial metrics
• Follow and improve current division standard operating procedures (SOP’s) in a team environment
• Participate in all safety initiatives
• Contribute as needed in other tasks that support the department and operational goals

Qualifications

Successful candidates must have one to two years related experience in trucking / logistics applications with secondary education. Strong computer and software skills are a necessity, with excellent attention to detail. Proven track record of building and sustaining relationship through excellent interpersonal and organizational skill set. Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast paced environment through demonstration of critical thinking to solve unique operational and financial problems. Flexibility to meet the demanding needs of the business is a requirement.

At Gardewine, we are committed to continually improving our approach to building a diverse, inclusive, and value driven workplace. If you are excited about this role but your experiences do not align perfectly with our job description, we encourage you to apply regardless. You could just be the right candidate for this role or others! Gardewine is an equal opportunity employer and recognized as a Top Fleet Employer.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected further in the process will be contacted. To view other Gardewine opportunities currently available, please visit our website at www.gardewine.com.