Junior Ocean Import Coordinator
Mississauga, Ontario•Full-time
CA$40,000 - CA$50,000 annually
CA$40,000 - CA$50,000 annually
About the Job
We are looking for Canadians of permanent residence holders who have the drive to learn and grow in our organization. Must be enthusiastic and be a team player.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Shipment Coordination: Track and trace inbound ocean containers, monitoring critical milestones from origin port to final delivery.
- Documentation: Prepare, verify, and process vital shipping documents, including Bills of Lading, arrival notices, and commercial invoices.
- Customs Support: Liaise with customs brokers to ensure freight is released promptly and free from costly storage or demurrage charges.
- Communication & Problem Solving: Serve as the first point of contact for clients, truckers, and overseas agents. Proactively flag and resolve shipping delays or exceptions.
- Billing & Auditing: Audit carrier/vendor invoices against internal quotes and process customer billing.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: High school diploma, plus specialized training or an associate/bachelor's degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management is a strong asset.
- Experience: 1 to 3 years of relevant freight forwarding or import coordination experience.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office (specifically Excel). Familiarity with freight management and TMS platforms (e.g., CargoWise).
- Soft Skills: Exceptional multitasking and time-management abilities to juggle multiple shipments under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
About ITN Logistics
ITN/SCAN takes your business personally. We deliver fast, seamless solutions by building our business on five pillars – commitment, flexibility, trust, reliability, and passion, supported by our belief in taking your business personally. Tailoring solutions that meet your specific needs is what sets us apart, and it’s how we constantly exceed your expectations. ITN/SCAN LOGISTICS is Canadian based – with worldwide connections. Each component of the Group has a focus on a logistics specialty. We provide our customers with integrated combinations of all elements of the international import and export logistics process. Air and Sea Freight Forwarding – Worldwide Industrial Project Management – Worldwide Transborder Transportation – USA CANADA MÉXICO, Warehouse and Distribution Services, Enhanced Logistics Services, Intermodal Transportation. Our personnel have extensive industry experience and are well qualified to assist our clients with the many details associated with international trade. We strive to anticipate the needs of our customers and to create efficient and economical solutions based on their unique needs. ITN/SCAN operates its own import and export consolidation system between Canada and many international commercial markets. Therefore we have a direct involvement in the routing, status and location of goods as they move through the supply-chain process.