Logistics Coordinator

J.D. Irving, Limited; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics services company based in New Brunswick is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to join their Capacity Management team. The ideal candidate will possess strong relationship building and negotiation skills, as well as a passion for customer service and problem-solving. Responsibilities include sourcing new carriers, managing account activities, and negotiating competitive rates. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team in the transportation industry.

Qualifications

• Experience within the transportation/logistics industry is required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Enthusiastic and able to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Source new carriers for existing and new business.
• Negotiate rates with carriers and customers.
• Manage TMS account activities.
• Communicate service expectations and negotiate equipment and rates.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Relationship building

Customer service

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Computer skills (MS Office)

Job description

We are currently seeking a Logistics Coordinator to join the Capacity Management team based in Saint John, New Brunswick.

Qualifications

• Experience within the transportation/logistics industry required;
• Passionate about relationship building, customer service, and problem solving;
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced industry;
• Excellent proactive communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills;
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with an attention to detail;
• Energy, enthusiasm, and the ability to work within a team;
• Computer skills are essential (MS Office).

Responsibilities

• Ongoing sourcing of new carriers for existing and new business;
• Build strong relationships with the carriers;
• Negotiate competitive rates with both carriers and customers;
• TMS Account Management activities;
• Communicating with carriers and negotiations for needed equipment, service expectations, and rates;
• Identify areas for improvement and actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives.