Traffic and Import Coordinator

Robert Half Recruiting; Montreal; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the logistics and transportation sector is seeking a Traffic and Documentation Import Coordinator. This full-time position involves managing purchase orders, negotiating rates, handling customs documentation, and coordinating shipping logistics. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience and strong administrative skills, particularly in Excel.

Benefits

Benefits

Vacation

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' experience as a traffic and documentation coordinator.
• Import experience, especially truck (land) coordination.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Create and track purchase orders.
• Negotiate rates with freight forwarders.
• Coordinate bookings and communicate with forwarders and suppliers.
• Ensure proper documentation for customs clearance.

Skills

Customer service

Administrative skills

Logistics management

Negotiation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Description of the Job

We are seeking a Traffic and Documentation Import Coordinator to join our client's team in the logistics and transportation sector. The role involves managing purchase orders, negotiating rates with freight forwarders, handling customs documentation, and coordinating shipping logistics.

Responsibilities

1. Create and track purchase orders
2. Negotiate rates with freight forwarders
3. Coordinate bookings and communicate with forwarders and suppliers
4. Ensure proper documentation is received, reviewed, and submitted for customs clearance
5. Verify documents against invoices and customs papers
6. Calculate landed costs in Excel, convert to CAD, and include additional costs such as freight, brokerage, and duties

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' experience as a traffic and documentation coordinator
• Strong customer service and administrative skills
• Import experience, especially truck (land) coordination
• Experience in logistics and transportation management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

This position primarily uses English, as our client operates across multiple provinces outside Quebec.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industry: Manufacturing and Food & Beverage Manufacturing

If you enjoy working in a family environment, managing multiple tasks, and are interested in benefits and vacation, apply today!