Ground Freight Execution Specialist

Ground Freight Execution Specialist

About the Role
We are looking for a Ground Freight Execution Specialist to join our North American operations team. In this role, you will take ownership of the end-to-end intermodal transportation lifecycle, ensuring seamless coordination across customers, carriers, and internal teams. This is a fast-paced, highly operational role where no two days are the same. You will manage shipments across domestic and cross‑border (US/Canada) flows, handle high‑impact accounts, and proactively resolve issues to protect service delivery.

This position is based in the Mississauga office, with occasional travel to the Caledon location as part of a multi‑site operational setup.

What We Offer

A global organization with strong values and a focus on customer‑centric innovation

Opportunities to develop logistics expertise across intermodal, FTL, and LTL operations

A collaborative environment with exposure to cross‑functional teams and stakeholders

Structured onboarding and continuous learning opportunities to support your growth

Key Responsibilities

Manage the end‑to‑end execution of intermodal shipments, including FTL and LTL movements

Coordinate closely with customers, carriers, and internal teams to ensure smooth operations

Take ownership of issue resolution, proactively preventing service failures and minimizing disruption

Support dispatch planning and execution, including scheduling deliveries and pickups

Monitor performance against KPIs and take action to improve service delivery outcomes

Identify root causes of operational issues and implement corrective actions with stakeholders

Build strong relationships with vendors and ensure optimal performance for cargo movement

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize cost, efficiency, and customer satisfaction

Who We Are Looking For
We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every requirement.

Experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain operations (or transferable skills)

Knowledge of imports/exports between Canada and the US, as well as domestic transportation is a strong advantage

Familiarity with dispatching or transportation planning systems is a plus

Strong customer focus with excellent communication and relationship‑building skills

Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage multiple shipments and stakeholders simultaneously

Problem‑solving mindset with the ability to act with urgency in a dynamic environment

Proficiency in Microsoft Offi ce tools, particularly Excel

French bilingual skills are considered an asset

Role Details

Location:

Mississauga, ON (with occasional travel to Caledon)

Job Type: Full‑time

Work Model:
Office‑based with multi‑site collaboration

Travel:
Limited travel between local sites (~30–45 minutes)

Compensation:
Approx. CAD $53,000 – $63,000 annually (based on experience)

Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision care benefits, Gym membership reimbursement, RRSP matching after one year, Tuition reimburse

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