logistics team leader

Orbit International Moving Logistics Ltd.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a dynamic professional to manage and organize operational logistics. The role involves developing plans, training staff, ensuring compliance with regulations, and improving productivity. Candidates should hold a relevant diploma and have 3-5 years of experience in the logistics sector.

Benefits

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in logistics or operational management.
• Required certificate or diploma from a recognized program.
• Ability to provide technical advice and improve productivity.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize operational logistics of the organization.
• Train staff, coordinate tasks, and manage work assignments.
• Ensure compliance with government regulations.

Skills

Knowledge of cross border dispatching regulations and practices

Customer service

Organizational skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma

Tools

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Word

MS Windows

Job description

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

Work setting

• Private sector
• Shipping company or agency

Tasks

• Develop specific plans to prioritize
• Plan and organize operational logistics of the organization
• Prepare and submit reports
• Resolve work problems, provide technical advice and recommend measures to improve productivity and product quality
• Train workers in duties and policies
• Co-ordinate, assign and review work
• Requisition or order materials, equipment and supplies
• Train staff
• Provide clients with information
• Ensure compliance with government regulations
• Determine method of shipment
• Arrange for billing for services
• Keep track of shipments
• Knowledge of cross border dispatching regulations and practices
• Provide customer service
• Oversee the scheduling and dispatching of vehicles and goods

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Word
• MS Windows

Experience

• 3 years to less than 5 years

Other benefits

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)