Transportation Coordinator

Job Posting:**READY FOR A TASTY NEW CHALLENGE****Summary**Reporting to the Transportation Manager, this position is responsible for the dispatching of various loads, including line-haul and DSD, including the communication with drivers, customers, DC’s, plants, and external suppliers. You will work with a mix of 20+ carriers and Independent Contractors, hauling both internal and carrier assets.**Location**: Etobicoke, ON.**Salary**: $55,000**Shift:** 9:30pm - 6:00am (Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday) and 9:30pm - 5:30am (Fridays)(Work hours and schedule are subject to change)**What Wonderbrands Offers:**- Wonderbrands believes in Home Grown Talent and accelerated career growth- Competitive Compensation, Health, and Dental Benefits- Pension plan with matching contribution- Bonuses- Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping, etc.**Primary Responsibilities**- Coordination of the movements of finished goods and materials between plants, DC’s, depots, and 3PLs, nationally.- Prompt dispatch and monitoring of drivers; proactively addressing and communicating to key stakeholders any issue affecting deliveries.- Update various files and systems including TMS (E2Open), ELM- Generating transportation documents & distributing to respective transport drivers- Address & resolve trailer mechanical issues as needed, working with on-site or on-call mechanic for timely repairs- Collaboration with the Distribution Team for shunt movements, load ready times, daily priorities, etc.- Assist with the compliancy of trailer preventative maintenance (PM) and annual safety programs.- Flag and resolve GPS trailer issues as needed- Conduct daily trailer yard checks to reconcile trailers in yard & maintain shared trailer yard board with the Distribution Center Team- Monitoring & responding to emails in a prompt & timely manner- Responsible for ensuring all trailers are dispatched for respective shift- Escalation to leadership for any transportation related issues such as delays, breakdowns, etc.- Supporting supply chain team for inventory management of logistics equipment; ex. bread handling trays- Conduct shift handovers within the transportation team- When required, support with line haul and delivery planning- Back Up: Other Transportation Coordinators on the team**Required Experience**- At least 2 years of experience in logistics coordination and dispatching, in a fast-paced transportation environment- Bilingual – fluent in both French & English- Hands-on experience with Transportation Management System (TMS) is an asset (i.e., E2OpenTMS)- Must be able to work under pressure with tight deadlines with competing priorities, making decisions on the spot- Work independently with the confidence to action transportation logistical needs- Sense of urgency working in a fast-paced environment- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal- Professional phone etiquette and customer service skills- Strong organizational and multitasking skills- Ability to work as part of a team- Punctuality and flexible to work all shifts, including days, nights, weekends and weekdays. Vacation coverage- Microsoft Office Proficiency (Word, Outlook, & Excel)**What is the recipe for a great career at Wonderbrands** Wonderbrands, is a leading Canadian bakery with 140 years of experience in baking packaged breads. We are the makers of Wonder Bread, Country Harvest, D’Italiano, Gadoua, and Casa Mendosa. We have a network of 14 Bakery Manufacturing facilities across Canada.Wonderbrands, now part of the FGF Brands Group of companies, is unlocking an incredible opportunity for growth through a focus on production innovation capabilities, through a leading-edge supply chain practice and investing deeply in communities where we bake. We are heavily focused on embracing an entrepreneurial drive and a highly collaborative start up culture with an emphasis on cross-functional collaboration.In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current existing vacancy within our organization.**Disclaimer:** The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added, or this description may be amended at any time.