Logistics Coordinator

Globyz Biopharma Services; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharma company in Mississauga is seeking a full-time Logistics Coordinator to manage air import and export shipments, ensuring compliance and accuracy in documentation. The ideal candidate has 2-5 years of freight forwarding experience and strong organizational skills. Responsibilities include preparing shipments, coordinating logistics, and advising clients on transport methods. Benefits include health coverage, matching RRSP plans, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Health Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage)

RRSP/DPSP Plan with company matching

Paid Time Off (vacation & sick time)

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-5 years’ experience in freight forwarding or similar role.
• Strong organizational and time management skills required.
• Proficient with MS Office, especially Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare import/export shipment documentation including Air Waybills.
• Coordinate pickup and delivery orders with transportation companies.
• Adhere to air cargo security provisions as per regulations.

Skills

Freight forwarding experience

Organization skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

College Diploma or equivalency certificate

Job description

• Canada


• Mississauga


• Posted 2 years ago

Globyz

🌟 Come Join Our Team! 🌟

Position: Logistics Coordinator

Duration: Full time Permanent

Location: Mississauga, Canada

GLOBYZ PHARMA is specialized in global clinical trial comparators sourcing and supply with expertise in clinical trials logistics, storage, packaging and distribution. With global operations and head offices based in USA & Canada, the company partners with a variety of regional and global pharmaceutical and biotech companies, CROs, and clinical trial packagers around the world. We are fully licensed for the storage and distribution of prescription medications including controlled drugs and we have extensive global network of manufacturers and suppliers, enabling us to access hard to find branded and generic commercial drugs.

As part of the team at Globyz Pharma, you’ll be improving and saving peoples’ lives by helping customers in finding cures for life threatening diseases. Your contributions will have real-world impact, and you’ll be encouraged in achieving your career goals. This is a high growth, entrepreneurial environment that honors the individual while cultivating a team spirit.

Job Summary

The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for both Air Import and Export shipments. This includes documentation, logistics coordination, cargo tracking, shipment monitoring and quotations. Additional responsibilities include ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepare import/export shipment documentation including Air Waybills for assigned customers. This may include attaching address or shipping labels, shipping instructions to outer packages if required, arranging insurance coverage of cargo and other pertinent documentation as needed.


• Prepare import documents for distribution to brokerage department and/or Customer’s Broker. Notify consignee or customers of the arrival of freight and arrange for delivery when required.


• Coordinate pickup and delivery orders with trucking companies, Airlines and/or bonded facilities in order to process shipments in the best way.


• Advise clients on transportation & payment method, including the issuance of freight bills and invoices to brokers and/or customers. Including proper record retention and filing of documentation.


• Prepare quotations by negotiating rates.


• Prompt and accurate communication with customers.


• Adhere to various air cargo security provisions, specifically the Air Cargo Security Program through Transport Canada as well as the Partners in Protection (PIP) program with the Canada Border Services Agency.


• Various other duties as may be required.

Qualifications/Competencies

• Minimum of 2 -5 years’ freight forwarding experience or in a similar role.


• Excellent organization and time management skills.


• Strong attention to detail skills.


• Knowledge of international commerce (shipping and payment terms, purchasing, customs regulations, etc.) desirable.


• Knowledge of GDP regulations.


• Proficient data entry skills.


• Capable to deal with complex processes that may involve multiple levels of approval.


• Ability to learn, use, and convey required information to clients and related party.


• Have a flexible schedule with the ability to work overtime as necessary.


• Good verbal and written communication skills.


• Intermediate level skills in MS Office, specifically Word and Excel.

Educations/Certifications

• Minimum College Diploma or equivalency certificate and/or relevant working experience.


• ATA/ICAO Dangerous Goods certification (an asset).


• Authorized Cargo Representative (ACR) certificate (an asset).

What We Offer!

• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage).


• RRSP/DPSP Plan with company matching.


• Paid Time Off (vacation & sick time).


• Opportunities for career growth and skill enhancement.

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with Globyz. Please note only those who are selected for further consideration will be contacted for an interview. Globyz is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise us if you require accommodation.

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