Senior Logistics Coordinator

Job Description

Posted Friday, February 21, 2025 at 5:00 AM | Expired Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 3:59 AM

At Flanagan Foodservice, we’re more than just the biggest family‑owned food distributor in Canada; we’re a dynamic hub of innovation, creativity, and a shared passion for delivering exceptional service. For nearly 50 years, we’ve been on an exciting journey of growth and transformation. The foodservice landscape is thrilling and challenging, and as we reshape our business, we’re on the hunt for imaginative minds, business strategists, and food lovers. Are you prepared to be part of the legacy?

A Culture of Innovation and Creativity

We value fresh ideas and perspectives, innovation and collaboration, where employees can thrive and make meaningful impact. If you’re passionate about making a difference, you’ll fit right in.

Family Values and Professional Opportunities

Experience the integrity of a family‑owned business combined with the exciting growth opportunities of a leading industry player who is scaling up quickly with technology.

Outstanding Employee Benefits

- Profit‑sharing

- Pension programs

- Comprehensive health benefits

- Competitive compensation package

- Pension and RRSP plans

- Profit‑Sharing Program

- Paid personal days and your birthday

- Family‑oriented culture

Personal and Professional Growth

We champion your growth with a wide range of career advancement opportunities tailored to your strengths and aspirations. There is no better pairing than a foodie with an awesome career in the foodservice industry

We are currently hiring for a Senior Logistics Coordinator – Inbound in Kitchener. If you’re highly motivated and are ready for an exciting career that will shape the future of the foodservice industry, we want to hear from you.

Position Summary

- The Senior Logistics Coordinator – Inbound is responsible for the development and execution of strategic inbound routing plans using company assets and third‑party common carriers. This position supports procurement, supply chain, warehouse, vendors, and freight carriers. Correct execution will manage freight and inbound costs to the lowest levels possible while maximizing service levels, ensuring profitability and growth in freight management volume.

Key Responsibilities

- Accurately piece together LTL shipments and negotiate with third‑party carriers/load brokers to generate effective revenue on inbound trucks and backhauls.

- Lead inbound freight projects from start to finish. Key focus areas include RFQs, technology integrations, vendor performance reporting, minimizing accessorial charges, and expanding freight volume management.

- Network and establish relationships with partner carriers.

- Daily completion of Loadlink – ensuring all available trucks and loads are posted accurately.

- Tender freight to partner carriers.

- Analyze freight allowance tables to ensure all managed inbound loads are profitable.

- Update management on inbound freight metrics and KPIs.

- Initiate and monitor inbound shipments from partner carriers in Canada/US.

- Collaborate with internal departments including procurement, supply chain, and warehouse.

- Inform transportation supervisor of any non‑normative deliveries or situations.

- Communicate with carriers, forwarders, and customs brokers via phone, email, etc.

- Work with 3PL providers, consolidating shipments and making decisions that prioritize customer experience and cost.

- Stay current with transportation prices and trends.

- Provide clear communication and consistent follow‑up on loads booked and shipped.

- Maintain a cooperative, productive work environment.

- Respond to difficult and stressful situations in an effective and positive manner.

- Develop, expand, and optimize our network of partner carriers and 3PLs.

- Lead continuous improvement efforts across our inbound supply chain.

- Provide coaching and mentorship to a small team of inbound coordinators.

- Troubleshoot logistics issues as they arise.

- Approve and track freight costs and accessorial charges.

- Collect spot rates from carriers on a monthly basis.

- Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

- Minimum 3 years of previous experience within a transportation/logistics environment.

- Food distribution experience preferred.

- Completion of post‑secondary diploma/degree.

- Advanced computer skills including Excel, Word, Outlook, and ability to learn new systems.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills.

- Excellent time management and organization skills.

- Demonstrated critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to identify and resolve issues.

- Strong ability to lead negotiations and make effective decisions in a timely manner.

- Strong sense of initiative and commitment for getting desired results to support business objectives.

- Previous experience coaching and mentoring others.

- Experience utilizing load boards (LoadLink) is an asset.

- Ability to communicate with external and internal clients in a professional manner.

- Ability to work in a team environment and support fellow team members.

- Independent thinker, willing to take initiative in pursuit of company goals.

- Fast‑paced environment.

- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.

- Competitive compensation package.

- Pension and RRSP plans.

- Profit‑Sharing Program.

- Paid personal days and your birthday

- Family‑oriented culture.

Be part of the legacy.

All employees of Flanagan Foodservice must demonstrate adherence to all HACCP and food‑handling practices as well as all company policies and procedures.

Flanagan Foodservice Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer, and has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please let us know by submitting your request to accessibility@flanagan.ca so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodations.

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