Import and Export Transportation Coordinator

Senstar Corporation; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Senstar Corporation is seeking an Import/Export Transportation Coordinator to join their operations team. This role involves coordination of shipments, compliance with customs regulations, and management of logistics documentation. The ideal candidate should possess over five years of experience in logistics with strong organizational and communication skills, and a relevant diploma. Senstar offers a collaborative environment and extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Extensive training and development

Collaborative and supportive team environment

Competitive compensation program

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' experience in a logistics or shipping role.
• Certificate in TDG preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate shipments and manage shipping processes.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations and prepare documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of transactions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Education

College diploma in business, supply chain management, or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Freight forward software

Job description

Import and Export Transportation Coordinator

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Senstar has an opening for a high energy Import/Export Transportation Coordinator, reporting to the Vice President of Operations. If you are well versed in the documentation, shipment and management of import/export activities and also seeking challenging projects that include development and implementation of import/export policies and procedures, then this is the ideal position for you. The Import/Export Transportation Coordinator will be working onsite as a VITAL member of an amazing operations team.

The Expectations of the Position include..

• Coordination of shipments from suppliers, manufacturers, or customers to ensure timely delivery of goods. This involves liaising with carriers, freight forwarders, and other logistic suppliers to arrange transportation and manage the shipping process.
• Act as point of contact for internal team members, external vendors and customers to address inquiries, provide status updates on shipments and resolve any issues that may arise during the import/export process.
• Manage and maintain accurate records of all import/export transactions, including bills of lading, packing slips, certificates or origin, and other necessary documentation.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations and requirements for both imports and exports. This involves accurately preparing and verifying import/export documentation, such as customs declarations, invoices and shipping documents.
• Able to comply with and have a general understanding of leveraging trade agreements for optimal logistics performance.
  

What You Bring to Senstar...

• Minimum five (5) years of experience in a logistics and/or shipping role
• College diploma in business, supply chain management, international transportation and customs, or equivalent
• Strong Microsoft Office skills(ie. Word, Excel) including experience with a freight forward software
• Knowledge of Transportation of Dangerous Goods including lithium batteries. A certificate in TDG is an asset
• Adaptable, able to integrate with a diverse group of people
• Self-motivated and strong team player
• Enthusiastic, energetic, and positive working attitude
• Must be able to perform under pressure
• Outstanding organizational and communication skills
• Able to analyze and interpret complex or ambiguous information
• Desire to learn as well as train others as a subject matter expert
• Strong ethics and values

What Senstar has to Offer...

• Extensive training and development
• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• Competitive compensation program
• Deep industry roots, with more than 40 years of experience and expertise
• An opportunity to work and learn in a global organization
• A continuous improvement mindset with innovation as the cornerstone

At Senstar, we are committed to building an inclusive and accessible environment that includes a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We firmly believe, an accessible and inclusive workplace makes us stronger, more competitive, and innovative. Should you require an accommodation through any stage of the recruiting or hiring process please let us know.

START DATE: 08/01/2024

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