Shipping Coordinator - Toronto, Canada - Scepter

Scepter
Scepter
Verified Company
Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

Sophia Lee

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Description

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor, the Shipping Coordinator is responsible for preparing all documentation as it pertains to shipments, and assigning and arranging carriers for shipments.

This role also involves taking appropriate action to ensure that assigned shipping dates are met in the most cost-effective manner, and within shipping policies and procedures.


RESPONSIBILITIES

  • In conjunction with the Warehouse Supervisor, determine methods of shipments, and coordinate and schedule truck pickups and deliveries, examine outgoing shipments, and continue to track shipments to ensure that specifications are met
  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive shipping database, and verify and accurately record all shippingrelated documentation
  • Compare identifying information and counts, weighs or measures outgoing shipments to verify information against bills of lading, invoices, orders or other records
  • Record shipping shortages and damages, and liaise with Warehouse Supervisor to resolve these issues
  • Maintain inventory of shipping materials and supplies
  • Verify and approve freight invoices for payment by Accounts Payable
  • Make recommendations on shipping procedures, policies and processes
  • Prepare weekly composite shipping reports from documentation completed by shipping staff, and provide reports for review to Warehouse Supervisor
  • Liaise with various departments to resolve any shipping discrepancies and/or issues
Perform all other duties are requested

ATTRIBUTES

  • Professional, respectful, and courteous demeanour towards internal and external customers
  • Understanding and familiarity with shipping documentation flow, including export/import
  • Knowledge of inventory management and computerized shipping systems
  • Proven interpersonal, communication (oral and written), and time management skills
  • Strong computer skills, specifically in MS Office, and integrated business systems
  • Strong planning, organizational, and problemsolving skills, as well as excellent attention to details
  • Able to grow and adapt to changing requirements, and learn new processes and/or procedures

QUALIFICATIONS

  • A minimum of 1 year of direct experience is preferred, specifically within a manufacturing environment
  • High school diploma required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work conditions are consistent with a warehouse office environment within a manufacturing plant.

The Shipping Coordinator role requires frequent sitting, standing, and walking in order to gather data from various sources throughout the office.

This role may also require lifting up to 25 lbs on occasion.
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