Ocean Import Coordinator

Randstad Canada; Montreal; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading freight forwarding company based in Lachine is seeking an Ocean Import Coordinator to manage all import processes from quoting to invoicing. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of ocean import experience and familiarity with dangerous goods handling. This role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including paid time off and a retirement plan.

Benefits

Salary $65K-$75K

Benefits Package (Extended Health, Life)

3 Weeks Paid Time Off

5 Personal Paid Days Off

RRSP Retirement Plan

Annual bonus program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years of Ocean Import Experience.
• Experience with Dangerous Goods handling.
• Ability to adapt to fast-paced changes in logistics.

Responsibilities

• Handle import files from quoting to invoicing.
• Coordinate daily freight with vendors.
• Maintain vendor and client relationships.

Skills

Customer service skills

Complex cargo handling

Dangerous Goods training Certification

Tools

Descartes

Job description

Overview

Join Our Crew: Ocean Import Coordinator Wanted!

Location: Lachine
Company: Freight Forwarder
Position: Full-Time

Are you passionate about navigating the world of ocean imports? Do you love coordinating shipments, managing paperwork, and keeping the supply chain sailing smoothly? If you’re ready to dive into the exciting world of freight forwarding, we want YOU on our team!

Apply now and help keep the world’s goods moving smoothly across the seas!

[e-mail] / [e-mail]

Advantages

• Located in Lachine
• Salary $65K-$75K
• Benefits Package (Extended Health, Life)
• 3 Weeks Paid Time Off
• 5 Personal Paid Days Off
• RRSP Retirement Plan
• Annual bonus program

Responsibilities

• Handling import files “A-to-Z”, including: quoting, booking, dispatching, preparing ocean freight documents, offering/issuing insurance certificates, tracking, troubleshooting, and invoicing.
• Coordinating freight daily with vendors/agents.
• Participating in department and branch team meetings.
• Rate/contract negotiation.
• Issuing pertinent freight documentation.
• Constant monitoring and replying to e-mails in the import’s and personal work mailboxes.
• Ensuring appropriate margins are met on shipments.
• Ensuring vendor compliance with service standards
• Maintaining and fostering vendor and client relationships.
• Timely actioning vendor and client requests.
• Cross Train on exports in order to cover when necessary

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years of Ocean Import Experience
• Experience handling complex cargo-Dangerous Goods, ITAR, Project Cargo
• Dangerous Goods training Certification-IATA and IMDG strongly preferred
• Experience with Descartes preferred
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to keep up with fast paced changes in the international logistics environment

Summary

Passionate about Transport & Logistics? So are we! We’re here to help you navigate your career in this fast-moving industry. Whether you’re looking for your next opportunity or just want to chat about what’s out there, reach out to your go-to logistics recruiters:

Melissa Cumetti – [e-mail]
Patrick Pepin – [e-mail]

Call us directly at 514-695-9585

Let’s connect on LinkedIn too!

Melissa Cumetti - https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-cumetti/

Patrick Pepin - linkedin.com/in/patrick-pepin-319b451a8

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace through policies and practices throughout the employment lifecycle. We support accessibility and accommodation needs; please identify any accommodation requirements by emailing [e-mail] to ensure full participation in the interview process.