Transportation Analyst – Full-Time – 12 Month Contract

Kohl & Frisch Limited; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Transportation Analyst to join their team. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with GMP standards while providing support to the Transportation Department. You will be responsible for generating reports, maintaining production plans, and conducting freight analysis to optimize operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and communication skills, with a solid background in transportation logistics. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a company that plays a vital role in the healthcare supply chain, ensuring quality and efficiency in product distribution. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in transportation with a college diploma or CITT designation.
• Excellent analytical, time management, and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Generate reports and maintain production plans for Distribution Centres.
• Audit transportation invoices and prepare claims for damaged products.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Time Management

Critical Thinking

Effective Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

College Diploma or CITT Designation

3 to 5 Years of Experience in Transportation

Tools

MS Excel

MS Access

AS400

Log Pro TMS

Job description

Transportation Analyst – Full-Time – 12 Month Contract

Founded in 1916, Kohl & Frisch Limited has a solid reputation in the healthcare industry that distinguishes it as the only national, Canadian-owned and operated wholesale distributor. A family-owned company, it is one of Canada’s leading national distributors and is the essential link between pharmaceutical manufacturers and healthcare providers. Kohl & Frisch is fully equipped to service large chain retailers, independent pharmacies, clinics, and hospitals for all their Rx, OTC, home healthcare, and front shop needs.

Primary Role of This Position
In this role, the Transportation Analyst provides ongoing support to the Transportation Department.

The Transportation Analyst shall ensure operations are in compliance with applicable GMP standards as defined by GUI-0001 “Good Manufacturing Practices” and GUI-0069 “Guidelines for environmental control of drugs during storage and transportation.”

Major Responsibilities

1. Generate various reports for use by the Transportation Department to be reviewed and utilized by management.
2. Update and maintain production plans for all Distribution Centres, and specific production plans by Distribution Centre to account for changes in delivery schedule due to Statutory holidays and for special events.
3. Update Log Pro, JBA, carrier changes, and production plans for new account setups.
4. Prepare freight analysis reports by carrier.
5. Prepare monthly freight cost allocation summary report.
6. Provide support on customer setup inquiries to internal clients.
7. Respond to inquiries by other departments regarding scheduling, store inquiries, etc.
8. Provide support on departmental projects and initiatives including Log Pro testing for system modifications.
9. Perform ongoing carrier rate cost analysis.
10. Audit transportation freight invoices and prepare for payment.
11. Prepare claims for damaged and lost product.
12. Update and maintain financial reporting by recording all carriers’ actual and accrued expenses for month-end reconciliation.
13. Update Transportation KPI analytic reports relating to Distribution Centre On-Time Performance and Customer Delivery Service Analyses.
14. Ensure the guidelines and procedures are in place and implemented for Transportation conditions such as temperature, humidity, lighting controls, sanitation, and any other precautions necessary to maintain the quality and safe distribution of our product as per GUI-0069 Guidelines for environmental control of drugs during storage and transportation.

Education and Experience

1. College diploma or CITT designation.
2. 3 to 5 years of experience in Transportation.
3. Excellent knowledge of MS Excel and MS Access; AS400 and Log Pro TMS an asset.

Qualifications

1. Exceptional analytical skills, time management skills, and high attention to detail.
2. Critical thinking.
3. Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
4. Strong organizational skills.
5. Ability to solve semi-complex problems on a daily basis.
6. Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written) with the carrier partners and K&F internal clients.

Please ensure you specify the job title, Transportation Analyst, in the subject line of your email.

Kohl & Frisch would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted. Kohl & Frisch Limited welcomes applications from individuals with disabilities and provides accommodations upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process.