Transportation Specialist

Are you hungry to innovate? To do things differently? To work with a company that’s real, thoughtful and very forward-thinking?

Meet Riverside. We are an organic, “better for you” snack company, manufacturing award-winning, nutritious, allergen-free snacks. Your kids know us as MadeGood, tasty school-safe snacks. Your buddies on the go grab our GOOD TO GO delicious and nutritious snacks. And your pup begs for a Cookie Pal treat, our human-grade, vegan dog treats.

At Riverside, we make delicious snacks that are good in every way. From our ingredients to our manufacturing practices, we’ve raised every bar on every aspect. We’re friendly and focused on creating foods that are good for you and good to the planet as well. Riverside Natural Foods is B-Corp certified, Triple-Bottom Line, Zero Waste, and Canadian owned and operated.

Come work with a Canadian leader We value teamwork, humility, respect, ownership, adaptability, passion and fun.

We continue to grow and today are looking for a committed, talented, star to join our team as our **Transportation Specialist**.

**Position Summary/Objective**:
The Transportation Specialist is responsible for leading Transportation Coordinator team and support activities related to the movement of products in our supply chain (inbound and outbound). Able to collect and analyze data for business insights that supports future planning and strategy.

**Responsibilities**:

- Demonstrate and uphold Riverside’s core values.
- Tender loads and coordinate shipments from the company (outbound).
- Lead the team responsible for coordinating imports and exports shipped to and from the company.
- Support with customs representatives to ensure compliance on documentation (commercial invoice, BOL, etc).
- Identify opportunities to reduce transportation costs and improve customer service levels.
- Maintain and publish KPIs including cost per case, on time delivery.
- Take **OWNERSHIP** to develop and maintain strong working relationships with carrier contacts; work to mitigate product damage and delivery risks.
- Work closely with third party warehouses in Canada, US and Europe.
- Support with carrier contracts and price negotiation.
- Track and approve invoices for freight/transport/delivery services as required.
- Support all facets of transportation as directed.
- Keeps the work atmosphere** FUN** by keeping it light and welcoming.
- Support team in problem solving.
- Other duties as required.

**Reporting Relationships**

The position reports directly to the Transportation Manager.

No direct reports.

**Education & Qualifications**
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in Supply Chain, Business preferred.
- 2-3 years transportation experience required.
- Strong analytical skills, reporting KPIs.
- Experience in food manufacturing an asset.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel, Tableau and SAP TMS an asset.

**Skills & Abilities**
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to thrive under tight timelines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Desire for career growth and personal skill development.
- ** Team** player with a positive attitude.
- ** PASSIONATE** with a positive attitude with a desire to learn and collaborate.
- Exceptional time management and organizational skills, self-starter with a high level of initiative. and **ADAPTABILITY.**:

- Demonstrates **HUMILITY** throughout the company on a daily basis.
- Aptitude to exhibit, **RESPECT** and protect Riverside’s Core Values in a changing environment.

**What We Offer**:

- Immerse yourself in our comprehensive benefits program, with Riverside taking care of the costs
- RRSP matching or IRA matching for an empowered financial journey
- Join Employee-Led Resource Groups (ERGs) championing mental health, sustainability, diversity, women, and LGBTQ+ rights
- Develop your career further through our Riverside University program and with our Tuition Reimbursement Program
- An open concept work environment that embodies our Values

**How to Apply**:
Riverside Natural Foods is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you have a disability and require accommodation in the interview process, please let us know when you apply.