Transportation Coordinator - Toronto, Canada - Riverside Natural Foods Ltd.

Riverside Natural Foods Ltd.

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Are you hungry to innovate? To do things differently? To work with a company that's real, thoughtful and very forward-thinking?

Meet Riverside. We are an organic, "better for you" snack company, manufacturing award-winning, nutritious, allergen-free snacks. Your kids know us as MadeGood, tasty school-safe snacks. Your buddies on the go grab our GOOD TO GO delicious and nutritious snacks.

At Riverside, we make delicious snacks that are good in every way. From our ingredients to our manufacturing practices, we've raised every bar on every aspect. We're friendly and focused on creating foods that are good for you and good to the planet as well. Riverside Natural Foods is B-Corp certified, Triple-Bottom Line, Zero Waste, and Canadian owned and operated.

Come work with a Canadian leader We value teamwork, humility, respect, ownership, adaptability, grit and fun.

We continue to grow and today are looking for a committed, talented, star to join our team as our
Transportation Coordinator.**
Position Summary/Objective:The Transportation Coordinator is responsible for coordinating transportation activities related to the movement of products in our supply chain (inbound and outbound) and supports the Supply Chain team in completing and tracking all supply chain related activities.

Responsibilities:

Demonstrate and uphold Riverside's core values.
Tender loads and coordinate inbound shipments to Canada, using all modes of transportation (truck, ocean, air, rail).
Ensure documentation is accurate, timely processed and in compliance with Customs requirements (commercial invoice, BL, AWB, etc.).
Find opportunities for consolidation and efficiency of shipments.
Take
OWNERSHIP to develop and maintain strong working relationships with carrier contacts; work to mitigate product damage and delivery risks.
Work closely with our warehouses in Canada.
Work with carriers to manage exceptions and load modifications, coordinate with all parties on time sensitive shipments.
Track and trace inbound shipments to ensure delivery timelines are met.
Update and provide delivery tracking information to the Procurement team.
Assist Procurement and Quality teams in managing complaints; investigate delivery issues (late, damages).
Track and approve invoices for freight/transport/delivery services.
Monitor and calculate metrics (on time delivery, transportation expenses) and report on transport/service supplier(s) performance.
Data entry, running reports.
Support Buyers.
Support all facets of logistics as directed.
Keeps the work atmosphere
FUN by keeping it light and welcoming.
Other duties as required.

Reporting Relationships
The position reports directly to the Transportation Manager.

No Reports

Education & Qualifications

Postsecondary degree or diploma in Supply Chain, Business preferred.
2 years Supply Chain Logistics/Transportation experience required; certification an asset.
Experience in food manufacturing an asset.
Advanced Microsoft Excel, knowledge of SAP TMS and Tableau an asset.

Skills & Abilities

Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proven ability to thrive under tight timelines.
Strong analytical and problemsolving skills.
Desire for career growth and personal skill development.

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Team player with a positive attitude.

Exceptional time management and organizational skills, selfstarter with a high level of initiative and
ADAPTABILITY

Demonstrates
HUMILITY throughout the company on a daily basis.
Aptitude to exhibit,
RESPECT and protect Riverside's Core Values in a changing environment.

What We Offer:

Immerse yourself in our comprehensive benefits program, with Riverside taking care of the costs
RRSP matching or IRA matching for an empowered financial journey
Join Employee-Led Resource Groups (ERGs) championing mental health, sustainability, diversity, women, and LGBTQ+ rights
Develop your career further through our Riverside University program and with our Tuition Reimbursement Program
An open concept work environment that embodies our Values

How to Apply:

Riverside Natural Foods is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you have a disability and require accommodation in the interview process, please let us know when you apply.