Administrative Assistant & Operations Support

Canada Cartage; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A national logistics provider in Mississauga is seeking a motivated Operations Support professional to join their team. This role focuses on providing crucial administrative and logistical assistance, including dispatching and routing tasks, as well as coordinating driver schedules. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in an administrative role, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Come join a leading player in Canada's logistics industry offering growth opportunities and a supportive work atmosphere.

Benefits

Discounted hotels

Car rentals

Gym memberships

Phone plans

Fun company events

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in an administrative setting.
• Transportation industry experience is an asset.
• Understanding of cross-border transportation is an asset.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and logistical assistance to the operations department.
• Assist with dispatching and routing tasks.
• Coordinate driver schedules and maintain shipping records.
• Implement operational policies and optimize current procedures.
• Ensure compliance with standards and regulations.

Skills

Operations Management

Process Optimization

Risk Control

Tactical Planning

Financial Performance Evaluation

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP Systems

Job description

Why you’ll love Canada Cartage

An iconic Canadian company with over 100 years of helping companies grow and succeed in Canada, we provide national dedicated fleet solutions, general freight services, managed transportation, fulfillment & distribution, and home delivery. With a national network of terminals, cross-docks, and distribution centers, we are one of Canada’s largest and most trusted supply chain service providers. Driven to exceed customer expectations, and supported by technology and innovation, we bring simplicity to complex logistics challenges.

Position Summary

Primary role of Operations Support is to provide crucial administrative and logistical assistance to the operations department. Your responsibilities include assisting with dispatching and routing tasks, coordinating driver schedules, and maintaining accurate records of shipments and deliveries.

• Location: Mississauga, Ontario
• Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

What You Will Do

• Implements operational policies, objectives, and initiatives.
• Executes operating plans and tactics to attain short- and long-term financial and mission-critical operational goals.
• Evaluates and optimizes current and proposed operational systems and procedures to gain efficiencies and to minimize risk.
• Ensures compliance with standards and regulations.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum 2 years of experience as Administrative setting
• Having transportation industry experience is an asset
• Understanding of Cross-border transporation is an asset
• Able to multitask and work in a fast pace enviornment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Along With The Following Skills & Competencies

• Operations Management
• Process Optimization
• Risk Control
• Strategy Development
• Strategy Management
• Tactical Planning
• Financial Performance Evaluation
• Performance Metrics
• Organizational Goal Setting
• Operational Policy DevelopmentERP Systems

Why people love working for Canada Cartage

• Cohesive team and a positive, hard-working atmosphere.
• Meaningful opportunities for career growth.
• Company wide recognition initiatives designed to recognize employees when they demonstrate outstanding customer service, teamwork and our core values.
• Perks - discounted hotels, car rentals, entertainment, gym memberships, phone plans, electronics, to name a few
• Fun events throughout the year, like summer barbeques and driver-appreciation week that regularly bring us together.
• We give back to the communities in which we operate by volunteering and donating to local charities.
• We are a strong company that weathers the storm through pandemics and recessionary periods, so that we can benefit from good economic environments.

We are a top employer!

• Canada Cartage has been recognized on the Forbes list of Canada’s Best Employers for six straight years in a row.
• Trucking HR has announced that Canada Cartage has again been selected for the 8th year in a row, as one of Canada’s Top Fleet Employers. In addition, we have been recognized as an Employer of Distinction for the 4th year in a row. This serves to reinforce Canada Cartage’s reputation as an employer of high quality.
• We’ve been acknowledged by Forbes 2023, as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity

Come work with an industry leader!

Canada Cartage is committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA). We are determined in meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA at any point in your application or employment duration, please let us know.

We would like to thank all those expressing an interest in this position; however only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references.

Committed to employment equity, Canada Cartage Systems LP encourages applications from Aboriginal people, members of visible minority groups, and women.