Logistics Specialist

Position: Logistics Specialist                                                   Reports to: Logistics Manager

We are looking for a Logistics Specialist to join our Logistics team! Our Logistics Specialist will manage all aspects of shipping routes and delivery as well as effectively manage and resolve customer concerns.

Opportunities

We are looking for an experienced Logistics Specialist who is willing to champion logistics and transportation as we continue to grow and expand! You must be able to work well in a very fast-paced environment resolving issues and providing excellent customer service to both internal and external stakeholders. You will have the opportunity to learn new skills and help develop best practices to streamline some of our processes.

Here is who you are…

Drive & motivation

• You are passionate about healthy living and have values which align with Silver Hills
• You want to join a progressive family-owned company on a mission to build healthier communities
• You enjoy performing tasks that require a lot of organization, customer interaction, and time management

Character & Abilities  

• You are a multi-tasker who can prioritize time-sensitive matters
• You are flexible with your work and open to constant changes
• You are a great communicator who can easily get along and work with different personalities
• You are a team player who can work with minimal supervision
• You are a problem solver with a solutions-oriented mindset

Knowledge & skills

• You are great with numbers and have good mathematical skills
• You have solid computer skills including MS Office Suite

Experience

• You have at least 3-5 years of work experience in transportation, logistics and/or relevant background

Nice-to-Have

• Experience working in a food manufacturing facility
• Familiarity with cross border truck freight

things you will do…

• Coordinate all logistics and transportation needs in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment
• Process and track all shipments, ensure all required documentation is completed in a timely manner, and troubleshoot issues as they arise
• Create weekly load plans for LTL/FTL shipments
• Establish relationships with transportation companies and recommend ways to reduce costs
• Ensure timely and consistent follow up with internal and external stakeholders
• Resolve problems concerning transportation, customer issues, imports/exports, late orders and more
• Review and approve all costs relating to shipments
• Other duties as assigned
  other…
• You are willing to work flexible shifts to cover for vacations, sick days or leave if required
• You are willing to work occasional extra hours to address time-sensitive matters

We offer our team members many benefits to help them achieve their goals and support our company culture:

• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Competitive Healthcare Benefits Package
• Performance Bonus and RRSP Matching
• Free delicious and healthy bread
• Fitness incentive fund to help you thrive
• Friendly and supportive work environment and an ambitious team
• Discounts at our retail store with a great selection of healthy organic products
• Company social events focused around health, great tasting food and getting together as a team

Salary - $62,100 - $75,200

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