Assistant Logistics Manager

Pop-Up Talent; Cambridge; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Annual company apparel allowance

Career growth with logistics technology

Job summary

A logistics management company is seeking an experienced individual to optimize supply chains and improve profitability in a hybrid role based in Cambridge, ON. Applicants should have a degree or diploma in a related field, proven logistics sales experience, and a strong command of MercuryGate TMS. This position offers opportunities for career growth and a supportive work environment, including an Employee & Family Assistance Program and annual apparel allowance.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in a related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience training and developing others is a strong asset.
• Proven logistics sales and negotiation experience required.
• Hands-on experience with MercuryGate TMS required.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel and MS Office skills needed.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations (HTA, MTO, ITAR, FMCSR) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and redesign customer supply chains based on volume shifts and seasonal demand.
• Optimize routing, equipment utilization, and cost control.
• Build, implement, and continuously improve logistics solutions.
• Develop and manage full-cycle customer pricing scenarios.
• Support contract management and customer expansion.
• Manage freight claims with carriers and customers.
• Create and monitor KPIs and performance metrics.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Experience training and developing others

Proven logistics sales and negotiation experience

Intermediate to advanced Excel skills

Knowledge of HTA, MTO, ITAR, and FMCSR regulations

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in a related field

Tools

MercuryGate TMS

MS Office

Job description

Looking to level up your logistics career?

• Are you driven to solve complex logistics challenges and create real, measurable impact? This role puts you at the center of optimizing supply chains, improving profitability, and strengthening customer relationships—every single day.
• If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love turning inefficiencies into smart solutions, and enjoy leading others to success, this opportunity is built for you

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Analyze and redesign customer supply chains based on volume shifts and seasonal demand
• Optimize routing, equipment utilization, and cost control
• Build, implement, and continuously improve logistics solutions
• Develop and manage full-cycle customer pricing scenarios
• Support contract management, customer expansion, and ongoing relationships
• Manage freight claims with carriers and customers
• Maintain and optimize rates, processes, and reporting within a TMS
• Create and monitor KPIs, standardized reporting, and performance metrics
• Train and mentor internal team members and external customers
• Drive continuous improvement across operations, systems, and communication
• Build proactive, trusted relationships through problem-solving and collaboration

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in a related field
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience training and developing others (strong asset)
• Proven logistics sales and negotiation experience
• Hands-on experience with MercuryGate TMS (required)
• Intermediate to advanced Excel and MS Office skills
• Knowledge of HTA, MTO, ITAR, and FMCSR 49 regulations

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT:

• Hybrid work environment
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Annual company apparel allowance
• Career growth with cutting-edge logistics technology

LOCATION:

• Hybrid role based in Cambridge, ON
• Must be within reasonable commuting distance

Ready to take ownership and grow your logistics career? Apply now!

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are an organization that values diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including minorities and persons with disabilities.