Specialist, Global Logistics - 9 Month Term

Westjet-Airline; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

WestJet is seeking a Specialist, Global Logistics to apply knowledge and experience to deliver WestJet materials around the world. Reporting to the Team Lead, Shipping & Logistics, this role will collaborate with WestJet business units in planning and delivery of equipment and supplies to locations worldwide.

The ideal candidate will have experience in international transportation, logistics and customs processes, with a mindset for meeting customer expectations and a collaborative,

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of international shipping and logistics experience.
• High School or equivalent (post-secondary preferred).
• Certifications such as CCS (Certified Customs Specialist), CIFFA (Certificate in International Freight Forwarding), CITT (Canadian Institute of Traffic & Transportation).
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations Certificate (Air & Ground).
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills including MS Word, Excel.
• Spanish and French would be an asset.
• Strong Communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Process requests for logistical services and perform moves to meet stakeholder requirements while reducing costs.
• Adhere to customs procedures for smooth clearance and delivery of shipments.
• Follow Dangerous Goods and other safety regulations to ensure safe transportation and delivery of shipments.
• Develop process improvements and supplier relationships to maximize performance and cost efficiency.
• Review invoices from suppliers and provide exceptional customer service to stakeholders.
• Coordinate shipments via all modes of transport worldwide.
• Apply regulatory requirements including international customs, transportation, and dangerous goods regulations.
• Track, monitor, and report shipment status to stakeholders.
• Identify risks and opportunities to optimize logistics activities and reduce costs.
• Support supplier contracts and assist on special projects.

Skills

International shipping

Logistics planning

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High School or equivalent

Post-secondary preferred

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

TheSpecialist, Global Logistics applies knowledge & experience to deliver WestJet materials around the world. Reporting to the Team Lead, Shipping & Logistics, this role will collaborate with WestJet business units in planning and delivery of equipment and supplies to various locations world-wide. The ideal candidate will have experience in International transportation, logistics and customs processes. A critical mindset to meeting customer expectations and the ability to collaborate and plan in a team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Process requests for logistical services, assess, identify, and perform logistical moves to meet and exceed stakeholder requirements and expectations in the most efficient means possible, reducing costs and avoiding risks
• Adhere to Customs procedures to ensure smooth clearance and delivery of shipments
• Adhere to Dangerous Goods and other safety regulations to ensure safe transportation and delivery of shipments
• Recommend and contribute to development of process improvement
• Develop supplier relationships to maximize supplier performance and best cost
• Review and process invoices from suppliers
• Provide exceptional customer service and support to Global Logistics' internal and external stakeholders
• Coordination and execution of shipments via all modes of transport around the world
• Application of regulatory requirements including Int'l Customs, transportation, and dangerous goods regulations
• Ongoing tracking, monitoring, and reporting of shipment status to stakeholders
• Ability to identify risks and opportunities to plan and implement processes & procedures to optimize logistics activities and reduce costs
• Maintain positive relationships with suppliers and leverage advantageous negotiating position for rates, and services
• Collaboratively support WestJet business units to identify logistical risks & opportunities within their activities
• Contribute and develop data analysis to establish and interpret Key Performance Indicators
• Contribute to supplier contracts and agreements development
• Assist on special projects when assigned by Team Lead or Manager

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of international shipping and logistics experience
• High School or equivalent (post-secondary preferred)
• Certifications such as CCS (Certified Customs Specialist), CIFFA (Certificate in International Freight Forwarding), CITT (Canadian Institute of Traffic & Transportation)
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations Certificate (Air & Ground)
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills including MS Word, Excel,
• Help mentoring junior employees & team members
• Strong Communication skills, both verbal and written, Spanish and French would be an asset
• Can provide consistent results in a fast paced and time sensitive environment
• Excellent organizational skills