Logistics Assistant (Contract)

Irving Shipbuilding • Macon, GA

54d

About The Position

Midland Transport is currently seeking a Logistics Assistant (Contract) based in our office in Macon, GA. Alternatively, the role may be based out of Dieppe, NB, Jamestown, ND, Toronto, ON, or Montreal, QC, depending on the candidate's location. The selected candidate will be a self-starter with a strong work ethic and a “Can Do” attitude. This is a contract role for 6 months. Benefits To Joining Midland: A dynamic, safe, and rewarding work environment Employee & Family Assistance Programs Health & Wellness reimbursements, includes gym memberships, fitness classes or online workout programs Growth and progression opportunities within Midland Transport and large network of the JD Irving group of companies

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• 0 to 2 years of Transportation Experience Required
• Exceptional Customer service skills
• Able to work within a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to multi-task in order to ensure that the customers, carriers and teammate needs are met in a timely fashion
• Willingness to learn
• Communication, Organizational and Time Management Skills
• Attention to detail
• Familiarity with all Microsoft Office Applications

Nice To Haves

• Mercury Gate or general Transportation Management System (TMS) experience is an asset

Responsibilities

• Set load and delivery appointments for trucking shipments
• Interface with Logistics Planners, Customers, Shippers and Receivers to meet business needs
• Trade Management System: Update loading and delivery times requested by customers/receivers
• Monitor and vet appointment change requests and document accordingly
• Use Customer Delivery Status Portals
• Monitor and cleanup of missing information relating to system issues on daily management dashboards

Benefits

• A dynamic, safe, and rewarding work environment
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs
• Health & Wellness reimbursements, includes gym memberships, fitness classes or online workout programs
• Growth and progression opportunities within Midland Transport and large network of the JD Irving group of companies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED