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Job summary:

Logistics and Customs Services Inc. is one of Canada’s most experienced and respected customs brokerages and transportation logistics services companies. One of our specializations is Ocean Freight. We offer a broad range of ocean freight containerized shipping services and excel at customizing logistics plans to overcome shipping constraints/supply chain bottlenecks – the Asia Pacific as well as North America.

Job description:

Logistics and Customs Services Inc., 285 Jevlan Dr 2nd Floor, Woodbridge, ON L4L 8G6, is seeking：

Transportation Logistics Manager – Ocean Freight

Salary $40 - $45 / hour, annual $78,000 to $87,750

1 vacancy

Permanent, 37.5 hours per week

As soon as possible

Benefits: Extended Health care; Life Insurance; Dental Care

Employment conditions: On-call, Overtime, Day, Weekend

 

Job requirements:

 Languages: English

Education: Bachelor's degree, formal logistics training a significant asset

Experience: Minimum five years dealing with Asia Pacific Ocean freight carriers and their practices   

Ability to Supervise: 2-4 support staff

Transportation/Travel Information: Willing to travel

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Ability to work under pressure (i.e. develop creative solutions to shipping issues while under tight time frames)

Personal Suitability: Organized, effective interpersonal communicator

Additional Skills: Ability to work within an industry faced with historical logistical issues

Specific Skills:

General Duties

• oversee the organization and practices of the ocean freight division and implement new operating procedures as needed

Specific Duties

• act as subject matter expert for ad hoc operational questions regarding company ocean freight accounts
• strategically manage existing ocean freight contracts
• adhere to all domestic and international shipping regulations
• monitor division’s performance, prepare reports for senior management
• manage ocean freight support team performing:
  • negotiation of rates and contract terms with ocean carriers
  • resolution of issues with shipping lines, ports, and container freight stations and carriers
  • accuracy of invoices, bills of lading, shipping statements, and the achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs)
  • audit of any detention/demurrage
  • update shipment status, identify incidents and ensure resolution of the incident
  • develop and manage division support team, as operationally required
  • oversee the setting of transportation service rates, monitor revenue to ensure projections are met
  • all other related duties as may be assigned by senior management

Work Setting: Logistics Company

How to apply: By email -- jyeung@lcslogistics.com

Intended job posting audience: legally authorized to work in Canada;

Logistics and Customs Services Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace promoting equal employment opportunities for all job applicants.

Advertised until March 1, 2022