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GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in five lines of business: Supply Chain Optimization, Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 170 countries and more than 53, 000 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 6 in its sector across the world. In 2023, GEODIS generated €11.6 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF Group. 
This position is also open to anyone recognized as a disabled worker.  

Reference

2024-14413  

Position description

Type of assignment

Full-time Temporary

Contract duration

18 months

Function

Operational activities - Operational Administration

Job title

Ocean Services Coordinator M/F

Job description

Key Responsibilities
Import:
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the clients and promptly respond to all client inquiries
• Coordinates inbound movement of international and domestic freight shipments
• Maintains compliance with policies and procedures
• Sr. Coordinators may establish rates and services with local cartage companies for the delivery of
freight
• Sr. Coordinators often assist the supervisor in the training of junior staff and support a larger portfolio
of clients
• Jr. Coordinators start with a small client base or handle more volume of repetitive shipments
• Prepares accurate import documentation for de-consolidated ocean and/or air shipments
• Liaise with team members as necessary to address client needs and monitor client transaction
processing
Export:
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the clients and promptly respond to all client inquiries
• Coordinates the outbound movement of international and transborder freight shipments
• Arranges the pick-up of customer freight through the coordination of internal and external trucking
services
• Sr. Coordinators often assist the supervisor in the training of junior staff and support a larger portfolio
of clients
• Jr. Coordinators start with a small client base or handle more volume of repetitive shipments
• Liaise with team members as necessary to address client needs and monitor client transaction
processing

Depending on selected candidate, the home office would be Mississauga ON, Richmond BC, or Montreal QC

Applicant's profile

Education, Qualifications and Certificates Required
IATA, IMO or TDG Certification / Training preferred (differentiator)
Cargowise Certified Operator (CCO)
GMP Knowledge
May possess post-secondary education
Preferred Experience
Minimum of 3 - 5 years of import/export operations experience in multiple modes of transport and/or
customs brokerage
Technical / Functional Skills
• Knowledge of concept of Outlook shared mailboxes
• CargoWise Knowledge, file creation etc.
• Expert Microsoft Office Software - Outlook, Excel, Word
• Accurate and timely data entry
• Solid computer skills including dispatch and transportation management software.
Additional languages an asset.
Behavioural Competencies
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
• Problem solving, out of the box thinking
• Strong organization skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with a sense of urgency
• Effective time management
• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a team
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Job Duties as documented in this job description are considered “Essential Functions” and have been created by the standards of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act (1990) require that employees be able to perform “Essential Functions” of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the “Essential Functions”.

GEODIS is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), we are committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities to support their participation in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

More about GEODIS

GEODIS is a global third-party logistics provider (3PL for short) powering the supply chains of some of the top brands and manufacturers. Our legacy of excellence in supply chain solutions spans decades. Come find your future with us as we shape the future of logistics. Visit www.workatGEODIS.com to learn more.

Working time (%)

1

Position location

Position place

America, Canada, Ontario

Location

Candidate criteria

Minimum level of education required

HIGH/SECONDARY SCHOOL DEGREE

Years of experience in similar position

Junior (1 to 5 years of experience)

Languages

• English (Native speaker)
• French (Beginner)