Logistics Coordinator

**Logistics Coordinator / Dispatcher**

**About Joseph Agriculture**:
Joseph Agriculture was bult on the principles of honesty, reliability, responsiveness and fair pricing, and these values are still adhered to today. Being centrally located in southwestern Ontario it has allowed the company to have continuous growth year after year at a pace that has allowed us to control the quality of our service. The success of this quality is reflected in the dedication of our customers that have remained loyal to the company since its inception. advancement.

**Job Summary**

The Logistics Coordinator/Dispatcher, under the direction of the Operations Manager, will primarily be responsible for overseeing the planning of logistics of the trip, and ensuring appropriate paperwork to transport goods and materials is obtained. This position will also coordinate activities by scheduling work assignments, setting priorities, and delegating work accordingly. The Logistics Coordinator must be resourceful in ensuring that our client’s needs are being fulfilled, while maintaining full compliance with applicable legislation and company protocol.

**Competencies**
- Accountability - Takes ownership of personal workload, as well as the workload of employees under his/her direction.
- Communication - Expresses and transmits information with consistency and clarity.
- Decision Making - Makes concrete, well-informed and thought-out decisions that support the overall organization. Has the ability to make quick, effective decisions even when data and details are limited.
- Innovative - Able to think outside of the box to develop creative and new solutions or products that meet current and future needs.
- Judgement - Ability to use sound reasoning when faced with various issues. Has the ability to make quick, effective decisions.
- Leadership - Works well with a wide range of individuals to provide support, coaching, encouragement, and direction.
- Resource Management - Uses resources such as human capital, supplies, products, materials effectively and with foresight.

**Job Duties**
- Ensure the drivers have the proper instructions to perform their duties safely.
- Schedule deliveries and pickups with Customers and assign trucks/drivers to the loads.
- Generate necessary paperwork for loads and collect completed paperwork from Drivers.
- Ensure Drivers complete paperwork properly.
- Act on opportunities that would increase efficiency for both the Company and the customer.
- Dispatch drivers and owner operators using a fair and consistent approach.
- Coordinate the daily assignment of company and contracted resources to maximize equipment utilization and payload while maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Contact customers to generate backhauls and minimize empty miles.
- Ensure trailer washes are completed where required.
- Ensure all orders and trip events are recorded in Truckmate in an accurate and timely fashion.
- Ensure that the driver has adequate time to perform his duties safely and within the Hours-of-service regulations.
- Ensure all drivers and equipment meet regulatory compliance. Assign the proper equipment for the various job requirements.
- Listen to all driver concerns and act on them appropriately.
Other duties as assigned.

**Job Requirements**
- Two years of experience in the transportation industry
- Proven experience with resource management
- Knowledge of Truckmate software is an asset
- Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills
- Ability to delegate, set expectations, and monitor progress of all direct reports
- Knowledge of MTO Commercial Vehicle Regulations
- Must be able to problem solve with staff and customers to provide proper customer service

**Work Conditions**
- Flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Occasional overtime
- Interaction with employees and management
- Operation of desktop computer and peripherals

We pride ourselves on our excellent company culture, our very clean and safe working environment, and our commitment to being an equal opportunity company.

Joseph Agriculture offers competitive compensation and career advancement opportunities.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Mount Elgin, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- dispatching: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person