Boshart Industries is based in Milverton, Ontario, (which is located 40 minutes West of Kitchener) with an impressive legacy of over 70 years as a Master Distributor in the plumbing and water well industry as well as a complimentary secondary business in Manufacturing. Our unwavering dedication lies in cultivating excellence among our employees. We achieve this by fostering a secure, enjoyable, and inclusive work environment, where achievements, milestones, and successes are regularly recognized and celebrated.
At Boshart Industries, we are committed to both the personal and professional development of our employees. By combining our extensive experience with a steadfast commitment to creating an empowering workplace, we continue to thrive as an industry leader.
ROLE SUMMARY: The Freight Coordinator is responsible for managing and coordinating all freight within Boshart Industries to ensure timely, cost-effective, and accurate delivery. This role involves scheduling freight pickups, preparing shipping documentation, communicating with carriers, and tracking shipments from origin to destination.
In addition to core responsibilities, the Freight Coordinator will serve as backup support for the Warehouse Coordinator during periods of absence, including vacations and illnesses.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Negotiate and maintain all Canadian freight rates, and provide support for U.S. freight operations as needed
- Carrier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with carriers to improve service quality, resolve disputes, and ensure competitive rates. Maintain carrier rating profiles.
- Audit all freight documentation to confirm accuracy and compliance.
- Freight Cost Optimization: Monitor freight spend and proactively identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising service.
- File and process freight claims as needed.
- Assist the Customer Service and Accounts Receivable (AR) teams with tracking inquiries and proof of delivery (POD) requests
- Monitor and report all freight-related damage or losses to the Manager to ensure visibility into carrier performance
- Conduct an annual performance review of the TMS and 3PL service provider.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Back-up Warehouse Coordinator when on vacation and on an as needed basis.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
2-3 years of relevant warehouse experience
TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:
Familiarity with Microsoft Office, data analysis. Experience with Microsoft D365 is an asset.
BEHAVIOURAL:
Demonstrated ability to apply the following behavioral competencies on the job:
- Organization and Planning: Utilizing logical, systematic and orderly procedures to meet objectives.
- Team Building: Work effectively and productively with others.
- Problem Solving: Anticipating, analyzing, diagnosing and resolving problems.
- Decision Making: Utilizing effective processes to make decisions.
- Interpersonal Skills: Effectively communicating, building rapport and relating well with all kinds of people.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
Physical Effort: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Environment: Work is conducted in a standard warehouse environment with fluctuating temperatures depending on the season.
Physical Effort: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Sitting for long periods: Much of the work involves sitting at a desk, working on a computer.
- Repetitive movements: frequent use of hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls, such as typing and using a mouse.+
- Occasional lifting: May need to lift and move computer equipment, which can weigh up to 50 pounds.
- Fine motor skills: Precision in handling small components and tools.
- Visual acuity: Good vision is necessary for detailed work on computer screens and small parts.
Safety Protocol: Requires wearing steel-toed shoes or boots to prevent injuries.
Boshart Industries is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
We are committed to making our interview process fully accessible for people of all abilities. Accommodations will be provided upon request, to support candidates’ participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process, please let us know to ensure that the appropriate accommodations are in place.
This job description does not imply that these requirements are the exclusive requirements of this position. This position requires performance of additional related duties as needed.
