Logistics Coordinator

Willard Meats International Ltd. is looking for a **Logistics Coordinator** to join our team in **Oakville, ON.**

**Job Opening Title**: Logistics Coordinator

**Time Type**: Full time

**Why Work for Willard Meats International Ltd**:

- Advancement Within the Company
- Competitive Wages
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits after 3 months
- RRSP (available to employees starting Oct 1st)
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paramedical Services
- Paid time off
- Located on a Bus Route
- 3 Work Schedules to choose from (7:30am to 4:30pm, 8:00am to 5pm, and 8:30am to 5:30pm)
- Social Events (BBQs, Team Interactive Activities, End of Year Celebration, Christmas Company Party, etc.)
- Free On-Site Parking

Willard Meats International Ltd. is a leading global meat sourcing company that exists to help meet the protein requirements of a rapidly changing world. We work with primary producers and processors, moving supply to where demand is great.

At Willard, our greatest asset is our people. The reputation of integrity we have built in the marketplace is a result of continually catering to our clients’ specifications and successfully completing millions of transactions flawlessly

**Accountabilities/Responsibilities**:

- Plan and schedules shipments by rail, ocean, air, and over the road.
- Responsible for entering daily information into Tailwinds with accuracy and efficiency while maintaining shipments.
- Check credit and request approval when necessary (before product is shipped).
- Tracking shipments daily and communicating any changes to Service Companies, Traders, and Accounting.
- Ensure Truck Insurance/Marine Insurance are in place and all other documentation supports the shipment according to import country/destination.
- Negotiating rates and generating the best prices.
- _Responsible for having Knowledge and Understanding of: _
- Routing
- Transportation options
- Pricing trends (fuel and rates)
- Supply and demand
- Seasonality
- Driver availability
- Trader/customer accounts
- Markets
- o Responsible to follow up with: _
- Carriers to confirm they reported into Inspection Facility when required.
- Inspection Facility to confirm inspection has been completed when required.
- Responsible for reporting any issues or challenges to Team Lead.
- _Building Strong Relationships With: _
- Product suppliers
- Willard customers
- Traders
- Service providers (transportation, cold storage, and border crossing)
- Team Lead
- Customer service and regular communication pertaining to load status, any additional costs, claims, any other issues related to the shipment with the trader.
- Coming to the trader with forward thinking, solutions or options pertaining to the deal.
- Provides professional customer service.
- Ensures compliance with SOPs and BRC Global Standards.

**Requirements**:

- Bachelor’s Degree / College Diploma in Related Field.
- Customs and Agriculture Experience.
- Food Industry Knowledge.
- Transportation Experience.
- 1-2 years in Logistics Role/Related Field.
- Effective Communication Skills.
- Effective Problem-Solving Skills.
- Quick learner, Motivated to Continuously Develop and Grow.
- Flexible, Ability to Manage Change.
- Fluency in English.
- Language Skills (Multilingual an asset).

**In Addition**:
Training and support are always provided, along with an open-door policy to all Managers. Willard Meats International Ltd. encourages open communication and strong relationships, all of which are strengthened and celebrated through rewarded Team Challenges and Team Activities.

Willard Meats International Ltd. offers all its employees’ competitive compensation and benefits, as well as paid time off program.

We thank you in advance for your submissions. Only those applicants that meet our criteria will be contacted.

Willard Meats International Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Application question(s):

- Are within an hour commute from our location in Oakville?

**Experience**:

- logistics: 1 year (preferred)