Freight Documentation Specialist

3 weeks ago


Markham ON, Canada TDS Personnel Full time

Our client located in Thornhill requires a Freight Documentation Specialist to join their team on a contract basis.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Creating ocean bills of lading.
  • Understanding original bills of lading vs seaway bills of lading.
  • Understanding what a bill of lading is and what is on the bill of lading (shipper/notify party/consignee) weights etc.
  • Interpreting commercial invoices.
  • Understanding packing list gross weights vs net weights.
  • Using online export filing system with Canada and us customs.
  • Talking daily via email or phone to customers and shipping lines.
  • Submitting bill of lading instructions in timely manner to shipping line.
  • Filing verified gross weight with shipping lines by due dates.
  • Completing fedex waybills online for couriers.
  • Filing shipping line invoices and trucking line invoices.
  • Able to learn above tasks in timely manner, ask appropriate questions when unsure.
  • Creating insurance forms for shippers.
  • Creating certificates of origin for shippers.
  • Able to work independently when needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Proficiency in creating accurate ocean bills of lading.
  • Understanding of the differences between original bills of lading and seaway bills of lading.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of bill of lading components including shipper, notify party, consignee, and associated details such as weights.
  • Ability to interpret and analyze commercial invoices effectively.
  • Familiarity with packing list gross weights versus net weights.
  • Experience using online export filing systems, particularly with Canada and US customs.
  • Excellent communication skills for daily interaction with customers and shipping lines via email or phone.
  • Timely submission of bill of lading instructions to shipping lines.
  • Adherence to deadlines for filing verified gross weight with shipping lines.
  • Competence in completing FedEx waybills online for couriers.
  • Accurate filing of shipping line invoices and trucking line invoices.
  • Demonstrated ability to learn tasks promptly and seek clarification when needed.
  • Proficiency in creating insurance forms for shippers.
  • Capability to generate certificates of origin for shippers accurately.
  • Strong ability to work independently when necessary while maintaining productivity and efficiency.

TDS Personnel is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodations within reason due to a disability or medical need are available on request for candidates taking part in the recruitment process.



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