Seasonal Traffic Coordinator

Kissner Milling Company; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Kissner Milling Company is seeking a Transportation Coordinator - Seasonal to manage peak-season shipping and transportation logistics in Canada. The role focuses on coordinating shipments, building carrier relationships, negotiating rates, and maintaining a provider database during the September–March peak period.

The candidate should have 2+ years in logistics, strong Excel and MS Office skills, and deep knowledge of NA carriers and border crossing.

Qualifications

• Two or more years’ experience in logistics and transportation.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• In-depth knowledge of Canadian and US carriers, the transportation corridors and highway infrastructure including basic laws of trucking and border crossing.
• Strong knowledge of North American geography.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Must be able to work onsite in office, flexible hours during our peak season (September to March).

Responsibilities

• Book inbound and outbound shipments in a high-volume office with multi-location shipping points.
• Forge effective relationships with carriers to move shipments to customers.
• Effectively negotiate rates and service requirements.
• Research and maintain a comprehensive data base of transportation providers.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings in rates to create a competitive advantage.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Carrier relations

Negotiation

MS Office Suite

Excel

Geography knowledge

Communication skills

Independent work

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Description

Kissner Milling Company is a major salt and packaged ice melt manufacturer and distributor, supplying a wide range of high-quality products to North America for over 130 years. We are dedicated to delivering the highest quality in all our product offerings through commitment to excellence, focused effort, and intelligent product innovation. In joining our industry-leading team, you will contribute to upholding the highest standards of quality in all aspects of our business.

Job Summary

The role of the Transportation Coordinator - Seasonal is pivotal in managing the logistics of shipping and transportation. Key responsibilities include coordinating shipments, building relationships with carriers, negotiating rates, and maintaining a database of providers during our peak season (September - March).

Duties and Responsibilities

The Transportation Coordinator (Seasonal) has the following key responsibilities:

• Book inbound and outbound shipments in a high-volume office with multi-location shipping points
• Forge effective relationships with carriers to move shipments to customers
• Effectively negotiate rates and service requirements
• Research and maintain a comprehensive data base of transportation providers
• Identify opportunities for cost savings in rates to create a competitive advantage

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

• Two (2) or more years’ experience in logistics and transportation
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• In-depth knowledge of Canadian and US carriers, the transportation corridors and highway infrastructure including basic laws of trucking and border crossing
• Strong knowledge of North American geography
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Must be able to work onsite in office, flexible hours during our peak season (September to March)

Reports to

Traffic & Transportation Manager
The expected hourly rate for this position is $20.00 - $28.00 CAD. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as education, experience, skillset, or location. This position is for an existing vacancy. We do not require Canadian work experience. Kissner Milling Company does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen or assess applicants.
Kissner Milling Company, we work best when we work as a team, when we treat one another with dignity and respect, and value the unique contributions of others. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, national origin, sex, religion, color, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.