logistics coordinator

Slingshot Transportation, Inc / Slingshot Brokers, Inc. ? Driven for Excellence ? Powered by People _We have an exciting opportunity for a Logistics Coordinator to join our growing logistics team in Milton Ontario. _ _This will be a challenging and rewarding position for the successful candidate and we look forward to reviewing all qualified applicants._ *Compensation: *$55,000-$65,000 depending on experience, plus monthly commissions _*Shift: *Mon-Fri 07:30am-4:30pm or 8:30am - 5:30pm, occasional weekends The focus of this role is brokering and coordinating of loads however duties will include but not limited to: · Source and qualify carriers · Handle customer inquires · Obtain and negotiate competitive rates · Enter and dispatching loads, choosing the right truck & instructing Carriers · Prepare all necessary documents involved in transporting cargo · Track & Trace loads through to destination · Liaise with head office regarding billing or any possible claims · Ability to provide after-hours and weekend support on a rotational basis as necessary · Form mutually beneficial carrier/broker relationships · Manage the approval of your shipments to accounting on time, with supporting documentation · Administrative duties as required Specific job functions will include but not limited to: · Possess the ability to work in a fast-paced environment · The ability to make successful business relationships · Exceptional negotiation skills · A positive customer first attitude · A strong knowledge of North American geography · Team player with the ability to provide administrative, sales & management support when necessary · After-Hours track and trace required It is important to note that Slingshot Brokers, Inc focuses on quality business and excellent top-level service within a team-oriented environment. Therefore, for the role of Fright Broker-Dispatcher we require an exceptional individual focused on client first service, quality partner carriers and freight leadership with the ability to work effectively as part of a team. Successful applicants must have a solid understanding of the transportation industry, minimum of 3 years Freight Broker, Dispatch or Logistics Coordinator experience, a professional approach and be proficient in MS Office. _Slingshot Transportation, Inc / Slingshot Brokers, Inc offers a competitive compensation plan and offer a full benefits package including but not limited to; medical, dental and vision. If you have a passion for results and want to grow your career with a dynamic and growing industry leader, please submit your cover letter and resume by email. We thank all applicants for their interest in joining Slingshot Transportation Inc. however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Slingshot Transportation Inc. has an accommodation process in place that provides accommodations for peoples with disabilities. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process, please let us know to ensure that the appropriate accommodations are in place. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year Benefits: * Casual dress * Company events * Dental care * Disability insurance * Employee assistance program * Extended health care * Life insurance * On-site parking * Paid time off * RRSP match * Tuition reimbursement * Vision care * Wellness program Application question(s): * On a scale of 1 to 10, 1 being not comfortable at all and 10 being very comfortable pls rate your comfort with negotiating competitive carrier rates. * Do you have experience with Load Link? * Do you have4 experience with DAT? * How many loads do you book a day? * 6. Can you tell me about your computer experience? Specifically, how comfortable are you with Excel, can you generate spreadsheets including formulas? * 3. Does your experience include booking loads point to point within Canada, within the USA as well as Transborder? Provide