Coordinator, Inbound Transportation

Sobeys; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Sobeys Inc. is seeking an Inbound Transportation Coordinator in Mississauga to help move inbound freight safely, efficiently, and on time. You will coordinate with suppliers, carriers, and distribution centres and work with internal teams to optimize inbound flows.

The role emphasizes planning, tracking, exception management, and data reporting to drive service and cost improvements. A strong candidate has 2–5 years in transportation or logistics and solid knowledge of TMS and Excel.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or related field.
• Familiarity with TMS and warehouse systems is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Relevant designation (P.Log, CPIM, SCMP) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound freight pickups and deliveries with suppliers and carriers.
• Use TMS to plan, schedule, and manage inbound movements.
• Monitor shipments, resolve delays, and manage exceptions.
• Prepare and review KPI reports and data records.
• Collaborate with replenishment, distribution centres, suppliers, and carriers.

Skills

TMS experience

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

TMS software

WMS familiarity

Job description

Embark on a rewarding career with Sobeys Inc., celebrated among Canada’s Top 100 employers where your unique contributions drive success.

Ready to start fresh?

Join our Inbound Transportation team and play a key role in coordinating the movement of inbound freight across the Sobeys network. As an Inbound Transportation Coordinator, you will work closely with suppliers, carriers, distribution centres, and internal stakeholders to ensure products move safely, efficiently, and on time.

Here's What You'll Focus On

Inbound Load Planning

• Carrier and Supplier Coordination: Communicate directly with suppliers and carriers to coordinate pickup and delivery requirements.
• TMS Management: Utilize Transportation Management Systems (TMS) to plan, schedule, and manage inbound freight movements.
• Exception Management: Identify and resolve transportation issues, delays, and urgent shipment requests to minimize service disruptions.

Transportation Coordination

• Track and Trace: Monitor shipments to ensure successful pickup, transit, and delivery performance.
• Service Issue Resolution: Investigate and follow up on transportation exceptions, missed appointments, and service concerns.
• Freight Optimization: Support load planning activities to maximize equipment utilization and freight efficiency.

Reporting & Data Management

• KPI Reporting: Assist in the preparation of daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports.
• Performance Monitoring: Review transportation performance data and identify trends or areas requiring follow-up.
• Data Accuracy: Maintain accurate transportation records, shipment details, and system updates.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Stakeholder Support: Work closely with Replenishment, Distribution Centres, Suppliers, and Carriers to support inbound transportation activities.
• Customer Service: Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding shipment status, delivery schedules, and transportation concerns.
• Continuous Improvement: Support process improvement initiatives that enhance service, efficiency, and cost performance.

What You Bring To The Table

• 2-5 years of experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain, or a related field.
• Knowledge of transportation operations and supply chain processes.
• Experience working with Transportation Management Systems (TMS), warehouse systems, or related software is considered an asset.
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proven ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.
• A relevant designation or credential in logistics, supply chain, and/or transportation (P.Log, CITT, CPIM, or SCMP) is considered an asset.

Who We Are

Sobeys is one of Canada’s leading grocery retailers, with more than 1,600 stores across all 10 provinces and banners including Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods, and Lawtons Drug Stores. Our 128,000 teammates and franchise affiliates are passionate about delivering great food and exceptional experiences to our customers and communities.

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Total Rewards

We offer a Total Rewards package designed to support teammates at work and in life. Depending on role and eligibility, teammates may receive health and dental benefits, retirement and savings programs including an Employee Share Ownership Plan, a 10% in-store discount at participating banners, virtual healthcare and an Employee and Family Assistance Program, learning and development opportunities, parental leave top-up, and paid vacation. Sobeys is committed to providing a compensation structure that is flexible, equitable and competitive in the market to enable performance and growth. Individual compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity within the range provided.

Additional Information

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Sobeys is committed to creating accessible and inclusive hiring processes. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.

Please note: Successful candidates will be required to provide documentation to prove their legal ability to work in the position during the onboarding process. Documentation will be assessed by the employer prior to commencement of work.