Specialist, Global Logistics - Term

This position requires in-person collaboration up to five days a week. This arrangement is subject to change based on business requirements.

Since our story took off in 1996, West Jet has strived to enrich the lives of everyone in our world; a career with us is no exception. We’re proud to be one of Canada’s most admired and respected corporate cultures and continuously aim for the highest standards of service and success.

The Specialist, Global Logistics applies knowledge & experience to deliver West Jet materials around the world. Reporting to the Team Lead, Shipping & Logistics, this role will collaborate with West Jet business units in planning and delivery of equipment and supplies to various locations world-wide. The ideal candidate will have experience in International transportation, logistics and customs processes. A critical mindset to meeting customer expectations and the ability to collaborate and plan in a team environment.

• Process requests for logistical services, assess, identify, and perform logistical moves to meet and exceed stakeholder requirements and expectations in the most efficient means possible, reducing costs and avoiding risks
• Adhere to Customs procedures to ensure smooth clearance and delivery of shipments
• Adhere to Dangerous Goods and other safety regulations to ensure safe transportation and delivery of shipments
• Recommend and contribute to development of process improvement
• Develop supplier relationships to maximize supplier performance and best cost
• Review and process invoices from suppliers
• Provide exceptional customer service and support to Global Logistics’ internal and external stakeholders
• Coordination and execution of shipments via all modes of transport around the world
• Application of regulatory requirements including Int’l Customs, transportation, and dangerous goods regulations
• Ongoing tracking, monitoring, and reporting of shipment status to stakeholders
• Ability to identify risks and opportunities to plan and implement processes & procedures to optimize logistics activities and reduce costs
• Maintain positive relationships with suppliers and leverage advantageous negotiating position for rates, and services
• Collaboratively support West Jet business units to identify logistical risks & opportunities within their activities
• Contribute and develop data analysis to establish and interpret Key Performance Indicators
• Contribute to supplier contracts and agreements development
• Assist on special projects when assigned by Team Lead or Manager

• 3-5 years of international shipping and logistics experience
• High School or equivalent (post-secondary preferred)
• Certifications such as CCS (Certified Customs Specialist), CIFFA (Certificate in International Freight Forwarding), CITT (Canadian Institute of Traffic & Transportation)
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations Certificate (Air & Ground)
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills including MS Word, Excel,
• Help mentoring junior employees & team members
• Strong Communication skills, both verbal and written, Spanish and French would be an asset
• Can provide consistent results in a fast paced and time sensitive environment
• Excellent organizational skills

West Jet provides all West Jetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer:

• A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
• Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
• Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs

West Jet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five…