Sr. Freight Forwarding Coordinator
Sr. Freight Forwarding Coordinator
Location:
Port Coquitlam, BC
Schedule:
Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Pay Range: starting from $27.19/hour
Company OverviewCJ Logistics provides integrated supply chain services for customers around the world, maximizing customer value through continuous improvement and innovation. Aspiring to be The Global SCM Innovator, we deliver integrated and multimodal logistics services, connecting every corner of the world via air, sea and land.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities- Build up a strong FF/TM operation team requiring supervision of team members in BC
- Directly report to Freight Forwarding Manager and update financial status weekly
- Resolve issues related to customer inquiries, data input and general customer service related to shipping, tracking & tracing.
- Investigate and plan the most appropriate route for a shipment, taking into account the perishable or hazardous nature of the goods, cost, transit time and security.
- Arrange appropriate packing, taking into account climate, terrain, weight, nature of goods and cost, and the delivery and warehousing of goods at the final destination.
- Develop and expand freight forwarding partners (e.g., transportation company, customs brokers) as well as manage the services and performance of vendors, third party providers, and other relationships in BC.
- Oversee the preparation of customs documentation, including invoices, bills of lading, shipping statements, receipts, to ensure accurate and complete documents are prepared within designated time frames.
- Liaise with third parties to move goods (by road, rail, air or sea) in accordance with customer requirements.
- Arrange insurance and assist the client in the event of a claim.
- Consistently oversee the freight from origin to destination and take responsibility for any occurrences while solving them constructively and timely.
- Dispatch freight, update orders and load screens while properly closing orders timely through our carrier system.
- Deliver clear expectations regarding the role and direction of the team, promote and instill a positive work environment that is challenging and engaging.
- Periodically conduct training for existing and new employees.
- Proactively address concerns, conflicts, and interactions with team members.
- Completion of a freight forwarding or transportation diploma/degree program in Canada.
- +4 years of experience in transportation management, freight forwarding, customs brokerage, or warehousing and distribution services.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and time‑management skills.
- Ability to multi‑task and solve problems.
- Ability to work in a fast‑paced team environment.
- Competitive Compensation Package.
- Comprehensive Benefits – full health insurance (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, tuition assistance, PTO, and more.
- Exciting Growth Opportunities – be part of a company on the rise with a proven track record of success and plenty of room for advancement.
- Collaborative Environment – your ideas and feedback are always welcome.
- High‑Performance Culture – we embrace a growth mindset and continuous improvement.
At CJ Logistics America, we know that we do our best work when we have an inclusive and diverse team, where we can draw on our different life experiences to help us deliver innovative solutions for our customers. We are an equal‑opportunity employer that values diversity, equity, and an inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and harassment based upon race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran status, disability (physical or mental), medical conditions, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law.
Additionally, CJ Logistics participates in the E‑Verify program in certain locations.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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