Ocean Import Associate - 18 Month Contract

Delmar International Inc.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is seeking an Ocean Import Associate in Mississauga. The role involves tracking shipments, managing documentation, and ensuring proper invoicing. Candidates should have experience in ocean freight operations, outstanding customer service skills, and familiarity with Microsoft Office. A college degree in Logistics and CIFFA designation are preferred. Join a supportive team in managing ocean freight services effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in ocean freight operations.
• Knowledge of carrier documentation required.
• CIFFA designation considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Track and trace ocean shipments.
• Manage pre-alerts and carrier documentation.
• Handle vendor payables and perform administrative duties.

Skills

Outstanding customer service skills

Exceptional communication skills

Detail-oriented and organized

Teamwork and independent work ability

Education

College degree in Logistics

Tools

Microsoft Office

CargoWise One

Job description

Mandate:

Reporting to the Freight Manager, the Ocean Import Associate is responsible for tracking and tracing ocean shipments. The candidate will also interact daily with origin offices and partners, uphold the responsibility for managing pre-alerts, and carrier documentation, including manifests and invoices. Lastly, the candidate will manage vendor payables and perform other relevant administrative duties within the Ocean Import department.

Requirements:

Minimum 1 year of experience in ocean freight operations including knowledge of carrier documentation

College degree in the Logistics field is considered an asset

Proficient in Microsoft Office and Windows-based applications

CIFFA designation is considered an asset

Experience in CargoWise One system is considered an asset

What You Offer:

Outstanding customer service skills

Exceptional communication skills, verbal and written

Extremely detail oriented and organized in assuring clients are invoiced properly

Ability to work efficiently in a team environment, as well as independently