Logistics Coordinator
- Montreal, QC, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- 1–2 years of experience in transportation, logistics, dispatch, freight brokerage, or supply chain operations (an asset)
- Posting language
- English · French
- Posted
Original job description
English section of this bilingual listing.
At McGill St-Laurent, our Grain St-Laurent (GSL) division specializes in the buying, selling, and distribution of agricultural commodities across North America. We work with an extensive network of suppliers, customers, and transportation partners to ensure the smooth execution of our transactions.
As part of our continued growth, we are looking for a detail-oriented and highly organized Logistics Coordinator to manage the daily planning and coordination of grain transportation. You will be responsible for coordinating shipments, booking carriers, monitoring deliveries, and ensuring the smooth execution of transactions while working closely with suppliers, customers, and our trading team.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and schedule transportation for inbound and outbound grain shipments
- Source and book qualified carriers to meet shipping requirements
- Negotiate freight rates and transportation costs with carriers and brokers
- Monitor shipments from pickup through delivery and proactively address any issues
- Maintain regular communication with suppliers, customers, carriers, drivers, and the trading team
- Ensure all shipments are scheduled, dispatched, and delivered accurately and on time
- Track shipments and maintain accurate internal records and logistics documentation
- Resolve transportation delays, delivery issues, and customer concerns promptly
- Monitor carrier performance and maintain strong relationships with transportation partners
- Ensure compliance with company policies, transportation regulations, and safety requirements
- Assist with freight quoting, capacity planning, and logistics reporting
- Collaborate closely with the grain trading team to ensure the smooth execution of transactions
Qualifications
- College diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (an asset)
- 1–2 years of experience in transportation, logistics, dispatch, freight brokerage, or supply chain operations (an asset)
- Good knowledge of transportation operations, freight terminology, and logistics processes
- Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS), load boards, and logistics software
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Outlook
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously
- Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines
- Bilingualism in French and English is essential, both written and spoken, due to frequent communication with English-speaking customers, suppliers, and carriers across North America
This position requires in-office presence. We have found that being physically present fosters interactions that positively impact performance. As such, we strongly encourage employees to maintain this presence to fully benefit from the environment.
We collect your information through a secure applicant tracking system with access restricted by role. Data, including resumes and interview notes, are stored within this system. If you wish to withdraw consent or have concerns, please contact us at talent@mcgillstlaurent.com.
#GSL
Read the full bilingual original
As part of our continued growth, we are looking for a detail-oriented and highly organized Logistics Coordinator to manage the daily planning and coordination of grain transportation. You will be responsible for coordinating shipments, booking carriers, monitoring deliveries, and ensuring the smooth execution of transactions while working closely with suppliers, customers, and our trading team.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and schedule transportation for inbound and outbound grain shipments
- Source and book qualified carriers to meet shipping requirements
- Negotiate freight rates and transportation costs with carriers and brokers
- Monitor shipments from pickup through delivery and proactively address any issues
- Maintain regular communication with suppliers, customers, carriers, drivers, and the trading team
- Ensure all shipments are scheduled, dispatched, and delivered accurately and on time
- Track shipments and maintain accurate internal records and logistics documentation
- Resolve transportation delays, delivery issues, and customer concerns promptly
- Monitor carrier performance and maintain strong relationships with transportation partners
- Ensure compliance with company policies, transportation regulations, and safety requirements
- Assist with freight quoting, capacity planning, and logistics reporting
- Collaborate closely with the grain trading team to ensure the smooth execution of transactions
- College diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (an asset)
- 1–2 years of experience in transportation, logistics, dispatch, freight brokerage, or supply chain operations (an asset)
- Good knowledge of transportation operations, freight terminology, and logistics processes
- Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS), load boards, and logistics software
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Outlook
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously
- Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines
- Bilingualism in French and English is essential, both written and spoken, due to frequent communication with English-speaking customers, suppliers, and carriers across North America
- Un environnement de travail stimulant, dynamique et collaboratif. Curieux d'en savoir plus? McGill St Laurent
- L'opportunité de prendre part à une culture entrepreneuriale qui encourage l'initiative;
- Une assurance collective complète et la possibilité de contribuer à un programme de REER;
- Une politique de vacances dès l'arrivée;
- Un programme incitatif pour le transport en commun;
- Un programme Give & Match;
- Un magnifique bureau avec un gym, un espace détente, des vestiaires et des douches
We collect your information through a secure applicant tracking system with access restricted by role. Data, including resumes and interview notes, are stored within this system. If you wish to withdraw consent or have concerns, please contact us at talent@mcgillstlaurent.com.
#GSL
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More about this job
Responsibilities
Coordinate and schedule inbound and outbound grain shipments, book carriers, negotiate freight costs, and monitor deliveries while resolving delays and other transportation issues. Maintain accurate shipment records, communicate with suppliers, customers, carriers, and the trading team, and support freight quoting, capacity planning, compliance, and logistics reporting.
Requirements
A college diploma in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or a related field is an asset, as is 1–2 years of experience in transportation, logistics, dispatch, freight brokerage, or supply chain operations. Candidates should understand transportation operations and freight processes, have experience with TMS and load boards, be proficient in Microsoft Office, and demonstrate strong organization, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills; spoken and written French and English are essential.
Skills
- Transportation Coordination
- Shipment Scheduling
- Carrier Sourcing And Booking
- Freight Rate Negotiation
- Shipment Tracking
- Logistics Documentation
- Freight Quoting
- Capacity Planning
- Logistics Reporting
- Load Boards
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Organization
- Communication And Problem-Solving
Benefits
- Comprehensive Group Insurance
- Vacation Policy Starting Upon Hire
- Give & Match Program
- On-Site Gym
- Lounge Area
- Changing Rooms
- Showers
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Logistics
- Transportation
- Agriculture
Keywords
- Grain Transportation
- Agricultural Commodities
- Inbound Shipments
- Outbound Shipments
- Carrier Booking
- Freight Rates
- Freight Brokerage
- Transportation Operations
- Supply Chain Operations
- Dispatch
- Load Boards
- Logistics Software
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Freight Quoting
- Capacity Planning
- Logistics Reporting
- Transportation Regulations
- Safety Requirements
- Carrier Performance
- Shipment Tracking
- Logistics Documentation
- Bilingual Communication