Logistics Coordinator - Materials Marketing
- Burlington, ON, Canada
Salary - $55,000 - $60,000 · Full-time
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- Salary - $55,000 - $60,000
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Original job description
Emterra Group is a dynamic, growth-oriented, and safety-focused group of companies. Our organization have been deemed to be an “essential service” by providing collection and processing for recycling, organics, and waste that keep our communities clean and safe. With customer service and safety as our focus, we are looking for an energetic and driven employee to support our growing company and play a crucial role in waste diversion and the circular economy. Emterra is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, a certified diverse supplier of the Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC) and the Canadian Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBE).
Job Summary
As a Logistics Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the uninterrupted movement of recycled materials (commodities) from our material recovery facilities to various end markets. You will be a key driver in facilitating the circular economy which uses recycled materials and turn them into inputs to produce innovative and sustainable products.
Position Description
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and execute shipment forecasting and planning activities monthly.
- Coordinate transportation logistics, including preparing documentation, scheduling shipments, coordinating with carriers, and monitoring delivery schedules to meet customer requirements.
- Negotiate freight rates with freight companies and freight forwarders.
- Communicate with material recovery facilities, end markets, and carriers to ensure the smooth flow of recycled materials throughout the supply chain.
- Track and maintain accurate records of sales orders and shipments, including documentation, invoices, and transportation contracts, ensure sales prices and freight costs, and other costs are set up properly.
- Monitor daily inventory levels and coordinate with material recovery facilities to ensure prompt movement of inventories.
- Continuously evaluate and identify opportunities to optimize logistics operations, reduce costs, and improve efficiency.
- Prepare reports and provide regular updates to management regarding shipment status, performance metrics, and any issues or delays encountered.
- College or Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience in logistics coordination.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with internal teams, external partners, and customers.
- Exceptional attention to details and organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
- Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and problem-solve in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Onsite – Burlington
Reasons to Apply, Stay and Grow with Emterra Group
- Opportunity to be part of one of Canada’s Greenest Employers!
- Competitive wages!
- Comprehensive health benefits (health, dental, and more depending on what you choose)!
- Employee Assistance Program, paid for by the company!
- Tuition reimbursement program and professional development support!
- Be part of an entrepreneurial organization that wants to continue to learn and grow!
- Ability to have an impact and make a change!
Emterra Group is committed to maintaining an equitable, fair, and diverse environment. Any applicants who have a disability or require reasonable accommodation may speak directly with our Human Resources Department. Reasonable accommodations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Please note that AI may be used to support the application review process; however, all applications are reviewed by our Human Resources Team.
This posting is for an immediate vacancy, and we are actively hiring for this position.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Coordinate and monitor shipments of recycled materials, including forecasting, transportation scheduling, carrier communication, freight negotiations, and inventory movement. Maintain accurate sales, shipment, and cost records; identify operational improvements; and report shipment status, performance, and issues to management.
Requirements
A college or bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field is requested, or equivalent experience, along with experience in logistics coordination. Candidates should have strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Skills
- Logistics Coordination
- Shipment Forecasting
- Shipment Planning
- Transportation Coordination
- Freight Rate Negotiation
- Carrier Coordination
- Inventory Monitoring
- Sales Order Tracking
- Shipment Documentation
- Cost Management
- Supply Chain Communication
- Reporting
- Microsoft Office
- Organization
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
Benefits
- Health Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Development Support
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Logistics
- Transportation
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Administrative
Keywords
- Logistics Coordination
- Supply Chain Management
- Recycled Materials
- Material Recovery Facilities
- Circular Economy
- Shipment Forecasting
- Shipment Planning
- Transportation Logistics
- Freight Rates
- Freight Forwarders
- Carrier Coordination
- End Markets
- Inventory Management
- Sales Orders
- Shipment Documentation
- Invoices
- Transportation Contracts
- Freight Costs
- Cost Optimization
- Operational Efficiency
- Performance Metrics
- Microsoft Office
- Waste Diversion
- Recycling