Logistics Coordinator - Saint John, Canada - Cooke Aquaculture Inc.

Cooke Aquaculture Inc.
Cooke Aquaculture Inc.
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Saint John, Canada

1 week ago

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Description
Cooke is a global seafood company with operations in North America, Europe, South America and Australia.

Our company's success is driven by our dynamic, highly skilled, and innovative management team, supported by dedicated employees who live in coastal communities and contribute to the local area's economy and sense of community.


The Role


We are seeking a Logistics Coordinator to join our team of professionals in either Saint John, NB or Blacks Harbour, NB.

Reporting to the Director of Logistics you will arrange for the safe transport of temperature sensitive products to customers in a timely and efficient manner.


Responsibilities:


  • Coordinate the daily logistics needs to and from various plant locations in a timely manner
  • Liaise with Plants, Distribution facilities, Customers and Carriers the timely movement of products via various modes and equipment type
  • Coordinate the movement of Ocean, Rail and air freight with multiple vendors in a timely and costeffective manner
  • Create optimized transportation routes and schedules for both LTL and TL shipments utilizing Transportation Management software
  • Schedule pickup and delivery appointments as necessary
  • Track and trace shipments daily; troubleshoot problems with shipments as they arise
  • Manage Drayage activities of vendor carriers at multiple plant facilities
  • Track carrier performance including ontime service and claims ratios
  • Manage freight and accessorial costs with Carriers and Freight Forwarders
  • Generate all necessary documentation for International Shipments
  • Coordinate sample testing and documentation with plant and Quality Control departments as required

To be effective in this role you must have:

  • Superior customer relationship skills
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing tasks
  • Effective negotiating and communication skills
  • A can do attitude
  • Entrepreneurial spirit

Education / Experience:


  • A bachelor's degree or equivalent and 13 years of experience required, logistics operations experience an asset


Cooke offers full-time year-round employment, competitive rates and a competitive benefits package which includes health and dental as well as a company matched pension.


The Opportunity
The role description is just one part of the story.

This is an opportunity to grow, to stretch, to work within the parameters of the role but stretch to your fullest potential.

We are a team that counts performance, we reward contribution, and we recognize talent.

It is about being at the center of the fastest growing company in Atlantic Canada and knowing you are part of that growth.

The ability to bring your passion for learning, desire for growth, and energy for moving your career forward is what we offer.


The Why
Why Cooke? Simple - because we are a company that rewards initiative, resourcefulness, and work ethic.

We will champion your growth and provide you with the platform to create your path, your career, and your future.

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