Project Coordinator

American President Lines; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A Competitive Compensation Package

Professional Development Opportunities

Continuing Education

Job summary

CEVA Logistics, a global supply chain leader, is seeking a transportation solutions professional to manage air, ocean, and ground operations, plus procurement and tenders for CEVA Canada.

You will build relationships, coordinate shipments, verify documentation, issue papers, track shipments, and respond to RFQs and bids. Requires college diploma and 3–5 years in transportation, English & French, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• College diploma or equivalent level of education.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in the transportation industry, including at least one year in freight forwarding.
• Experience coordinating FCL, LCL, Breakbulk, RORO, air freight, and ground transportation.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Creative and proactive thinker with risk management abilities.
• Strong focus on safety and compliance.
• Bilingual in English and French.
• Leadership, integrity, judgment, negotiation, teamwork, creativity, rigor, organizational skills, autonomy, and communication.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a constructive relationship with customers.
• Follow up on orders with various suppliers and communicate updates to the customer.
• Verify documentation and ensure compliance with requirements.
• Issue required documentation in accordance with instructions and regulations.
• Maintain certain reports (internal or external).
• Track shipments to destination and inform customers of any updates or developments.
• Invoice according to the rates provided to the customer.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
• Respond to various quotation requests (from customers and/or overseas partners).
• Provide innovative solutions to customer(s).
• Respond to Requests for Quotation (RFQs) and other bid requests.
• Work as part of a team and support colleagues during vacations and absences.

Skills

Transportation experience

Freight forwarding

Incoterms knowledge

Communication skills

Bilingual English/French

Risk management

Safety compliance

Education

College diploma

Job description

CEVA Logistics is one of the leading logistics companies globally, with over 1,500 facilities in more than 170 countries offering a complete range of contract logistics, freight forwarding, transportation and distribution management services. It offers supply chain support, along with logistics consultation, industry specific customization, global level freight management and system implementation.

At CEVA, we put people first and we strive for better ways in everything we do; our culture is embodied by Boldness, Imagination, Exemplary and Excellence. With these values at the core of our business, our workplace employs 110,000 diverse, cohesive team members who hold each other accountable and encourage each other to create a safe, and inclusive work environment.

YOUR ROLE

Provide a complete transportation solutions service to CEVA Canada customers by managing air, ocean, and ground operations, as well as procurement and tenders.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Build and maintain a constructive relationship with customers
• Follow up on orders with various suppliers and communicate updates to the customer
• Verify documentation and ensure compliance with requirements
• Issue required documentation in accordance with instructions and regulations
• Maintain certain reports (internal or external)
• Track shipments to destination and inform customers of any updates or developments
• Invoice according to the rates provided to the customer
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the immediate supervisor
• Respond to various quotation requests (from customers and/or overseas partners)
• Provide innovative solutions to customer(s)
• Respond to Requests for Quotation (RFQs) and other bid requests
• Work as part of a team and support colleagues during vacations and absences

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Education and Experience:

• College diploma or equivalent level of education

Skills:

• 3 to 5 years of experience in the transportation industry, including at least one year in freight forwarding
• Comfortable coordinating FCL, LCL, Breakbulk, RORO, air freight, and ground transportation, including oversized, hazardous, and heavy cargo
• Strong attention to detail
• Creative and proactive thinker with risk management abilities
• Strong focus on safety and compliance
• Ability to read, write, and speak both English and French

Personal Attributes:

• Responds quickly and professionally to customer needs
• Ability to read, understand, and complete checklists, forms, and related documentation
• Leadership, integrity, sound judgment, negotiation skills, team spirit, creativity, rigor, organisational skills, autonomy, and excellent communication skills are key competencies sought

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

• Strong knowledge of Incoterms.

At CEVA we are committed to creating a safe and healthy work environment.

We offer:

• A Competitive Compensation Package
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Continuing Education

CEVA is an equal opportunity employer who agrees not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process.