Distribution Assistant

Imperial Dade Canada, leading national distributor, has a job open in Edmonton. The Distribution Assistant performs distribution and receiving administrative duties and tasks. Ensures accuracy of the information in the computer system and is responsible for reports and file maintenance.

Working hours - 8:00am to 4:00pm - Monday through Friday.

Imperial Dade is the leading distributor of foodservice packaging, facilities maintenance supplies and equipment in the U.S. As a provider of customized supply chain solutions, the company serves customers in many business-to-business market segments including supermarkets, healthcare facilities, universities, and restaurants. Founded in 1935 and headquartered in New Jersey, Imperial Dade serves more than 80,000 customers through a footprint of 80+ branches.

Receiving:

- Book carrier and container inbound appointments in appointment system.
- Schedule receiving / carrier swamping services as required.
- Manage over / short and damage claims and process with carriers and vendors.
- Print receiving documents and prepare for receivers.
- Manage daily issues encountered with receivers.
- Ensure internal and external customer satisfaction through prompt and efficient service.
- Update and maintain document and computer files.
- Administrative tasks in correlation with the department and business requirements.
- Perform receiving -related clerical duties as requested.
- Prepare reports as required.

Distribution:

- Data entry of trip sheet data for driver manifest, common carrier and courier routes.
- Data entry in Track POD for driver routes.
- Manage customer returns and credits processing.
- Update and maintain document filing and computer databases.
- Maintain trip sheet (proof of delivery) records.
- Manage external and internal customer inquiries and requests for proof of delivery documents.
- Ensure internal and external customer satisfaction through prompt and efficient service.
- Administrative tasks in correlation with the department and business requirements.
- Perform distribution-related clerical duties as requested.
- Prepare reports as required.

**Qualifications**:

- 3+ years’ administrative experience in a transportation/operations/distribution environment.
- High school diploma required.
- Transportation routing experience an asset.
- Strong organizational skills; ability to prioritize and organize a constant work flow and to maintain accurate records.
- Excellent written and oral communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multi-task and have excellent time management skills.
- Computer literate with Windows based software programs, Transportation Electronic Log Tracking systems and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
- Good interpersonal and customer service skills.

At Imperial Dade, we offer an exciting environment in which to work, learn, and grow professionally. We are excited to continue to invite talented individuals with a passion for excellence to join our team. As a family-owned and operated company, we value our people and strive to create rewarding career opportunities by offering competitive salaries and benefits, Pension, Life Insurance, and a generous Paid Time Off Package.

Imperial Dade is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

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

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends