logistics lead

Government of Canada - Atlantic; Surrey; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional government agency in Surrey seeks a dedicated professional to manage orders and logistics. You will ensure effective communication with remote operations, provide excellent customer service, and maintain records. Requirements include relevant education and 1 to 2 years of experience in a similar role. This position requires on-site work only.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of experience in a related field.
• Completion of a relevant college certificate/diploma or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Compile orders and instructions received from customers.
• Develop specific plans to prioritize tasks.
• Organize tasks to accomplish the work.
• Track and complete work orders.
• Provide customer service and maintain vehicle operator work records.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Clerical duties

Cross-border dispatching knowledge

Knowledge of trucking regulations

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

On site: Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Responsibilities

• Compile orders and instructions received from customers
• Develop specific plans to prioritize
• Organize tasks to accomplish the work
• Plan and organize operational logistics of the organization
• Track and complete work orders
• Co-ordinate activities with other work units or departments
• Perform routine clerical duties
• Prepare and submit reports
• Compile worksheets and specifications of orders
• Provide customer service
• Co-ordinate, assign and review work
• Requisition or order materials, equipment and supplies
• Communicate with ships, aircraft and other remote operations
• Dispatch personnel according to schedules and work orders
• Dispatch personnel as required by emergency situations
• Follow-up on issues with work orders
• Keep track of shipments
• Knowledge of cross border dispatching regulations and practices
• Knowledge of highway trucking and associated rules and regulations
• Maintain vehicle operator work records
• Schedule assignments and co-ordinate activities of vehicle operators, crews and equipment