Transportation Cost Specialist

Tree of Life Canada; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Supply Chain - Transportation Cost Specialist to enhance their logistics operations. This role focuses on negotiating freight contracts, managing inbound transportation costs, and developing tracking systems to provide insights on shipping expenses. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a customer-focused mindset, and a solid background in transportation and logistics. Join a company committed to inclusivity and excellence, where your contributions will directly impact operational efficiency and cost management.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience in Transportation and Logistics.
• CITT designation is an asset for this role.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and maintain inbound transportation costs with suppliers.
• Develop and maintain tracking dashboards for shipping costs.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Focus

Time Management

Education

College Diploma

Tools

Excel

Power BI

SAP

TMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Our core purpose is “We are curators of unique brands, bringing elevated food and beverage experiences to Canadians.”

Tree of Life Canada ULC is an Employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We are committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities. If selected for an interview, we will be happy to work with you to ensure your interview is accessible and accommodation is provided. When your interview is being scheduled, please advise the Recruiter of how we might be able to support your participation. For more information please visit our website at http://www.treeoflife.ca** NOTE: Reference checks will be conducted for potential candidates and the information collected will be used in making the final hiring decision.

Primary Responsibilities

The primary role of the Supply Chain - Transportation Cost Specialist is to actively support the Company’s strategic initiatives to reduce costs and improve services for our inbound transportation. The incumbent is responsible for negotiating, maintaining and improving inbound transportation costs for all our FOB and EX Works Suppliers. The incumbent would be responsible for maintaining the system with the correct costing to ensure efficient invoice processing. As with all positions at Tree of Life Canada we expect that all actions will be consistent with Tree of Life Canada’s Mission, Vision and Values.

Essential Functions

• Support and participate in food safety programs including SQF (Safe Quality Food)
• Negotiate OTR, Ocean Freight and Drayage Freight contracts with carriers. Shipping Lines and Freight forwarders
• Create Annual Tenders, invite Shipping Lines and FF to bid
• Compare, confirm and maintain contract pricing for all freight lanes and routes diligently and accurately.
• Develop and maintain tracking dashboard including reporting and historical information database.
• Manage and update inbound shipping tracking report to provide management with insight on D&D, storage related additional costs as well as freight cost development.
• Build, Develop and maintain good working relationships with logistics partners.
• Work closely with supply planners to provide logistical support.
• Must maintain good attendance, safe work practices and maintain safeguards of confidential company information.
• Other duties and special projects as requested.

Minimum Requirements, Qualifications, Additional Skills, Aptitude

• Must have a College diploma with a minimum of five (5) year related experience and have a fundamental knowledge of Transportation and Logistics.
• Minimum of 3 years’ working experience on Ocean Freight and 3 years’ experience with trucking company
• CITT designation is an asset.
• Medium to Advanced level on Excel and working knowledge of Power BI.
• Experience in SAP is an asset.
• Experience in TMS is an asset
• Working knowledge of cross border paperwork/customs requirements.
• Must have strong attention to details, interpersonal skills, and be customer focused.
• Must be analytical, results-oriented, self-directed, and have excellent negotiating and time management skills.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to identify and resolve conflicts and problem solving.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Work, PowerPoint)