Just Quality International (JQI) is seeking a Logistics Coordinator as we grow our Logistics Team.
Who is JQI?
Just Quality International Foods is a leading frozen foods supplier of fruits and vegetables, concentrates, ingredients, and value-added solutions. JQI believes in delivering superior quality products, competitive pricing, and unbeatable service.
Our unique combination of Scale, Flexibility and Global Network of trusted partners, allows us to customize our solutions and provide 100+ products from around the world to our customer’s door.
We are growing and in 2022 and 2023 we were listed in The Globe and Mail’s Report on Business 500 Top Growing Companies!
Role Overview
The Logistics Coordinator is a key player in ensuring the smooth flow of import shipments, particularly international ocean shipments. Reporting to the Supervisor of Logistics, the coordinator monitors, follows up and troubleshoots when issues arise. This role is 100% on-site at our Toronto office.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for
● Issuing orders
● Collecting and reviewing documentation
● Maintaining and organizing a logistics database
● Monitoring, tracking, and tracing import shipments
● Acting as a point of contact for freight forwarders, shipping lines, terminals, warehouses, and carriers
● Coordinating with various parties to ensure smooth flow of import shipments
● Identifying & troubleshooting any logistical issues that arise.
Qualifications
● Post-secondary education.
● Demonstrated experience managing international ocean shipments
● Excellent oral and written fluency in English.
● Competence is Spanish is an asset
● Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
● Detail oriented.
● Excellent organization and time-management skills.
● Ability to prioritize and multi-task.
● Exceptional problem-solving ability.
● A team player with strong interpersonal skills.
● Resourceful and a self-starter.
● Thrives under pressure.
● Supply chain and logistics education & experience an asset.
This role is located at our Sheppard Avenue facility just north of the 401 and east of the 404.
JQI offers a competitive compensation package for the successful candidate.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- Global Logistics: 1 year (required)
- Import Operations: 1 year (required)
- Freight Forwarder: 1 year (required)
- Office Logistics: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-01-31