Anatolia is a leading global Brand, manufacturer, importer and distributor of wall and flooring products to some of the largest Retailers and Distributors throughout Canada, the United States and Europe. Based in Toronto, Anatolia is a privately owned 100% Canadian corporation that is not only one of the largest players within the industry, but also continues to grow rapidly year after year. Each year since 2018, Anatolia has won the Canada’s Best Managed Companies award for being amongst the best-in-class of Canadian owned and managed companies and have now become a Gold Standard winner in 2021 for winning this award for 3 consecutive years.
POSITION SCOPE:
The Transportation Specialist is responsible for coordinating inbound shipments throughout Canada and the US. This position builds and maintain exceptional relationships with various transportation companies with specific focus on securing and managing shipments and costs in the best interests of Anatolia Tile + Stone. The Transportation Specialist will work closely with members of the warehouse, logistics, and supply chain teams to ensure the timely inbound receipt of materials to meet commitments to customers.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Maintains delivery schedules and trucks deliveries to ensure deliveries are met per communicated schedules
Coordinates inbound shipments from sub-contractors and any return of goods from our customers
Re-confirms scheduled pickup with carriers to ensure shipments are being picked up accordingly
Updates scheduled pickup and delivery information into Anatolia’s tracking system and adjusts AP/AR rates in the system
Sources new freight companies and receive quotes for rate comparisons ensuring the most competitive prices and terms are negotiated and reached
Manages carrier score cards proactively to maximize efficiencies and optimize costs
Works collaboratively with carriers on charge backs and solidifies approvals proactively
From time to time coordinates light weight ground and air courier shipments
Acts as backup to Transportation Manager in performing some duties, such as obtaining rate calculations and other duties as required
Regularly performs data mining activities and information analysis as required
Responsible for maintaining databases, KPIs and creating reports and/or scorecards
Assists with special projects and perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Post-secondary education required in Logistics or a related field required
Minimum of 4 to 5 years of relevant experience working in a fact paced logistics or warehousing type of environment with high SKU count
Demonstrated experience working with carriers and managing a variety of load variations pertaining to the import and distribution industry
Proficient with MS Office database systems (specifically Excel) required
Proficiency with SAP is required
Demonstrated ability and capability to work within tight and changing deadlines
Ability to collect, review, organize, interpret, and present logical data and information with effectiveness
High attention to detail, results oriented, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
This position also requires:
Demonstrated experience and ability working with extremely complex information as related to analysis, problem solving, and develop effective solutions
Demonstrated ability to receive nominal direction regarding work responsibilities, discretion and judgement must be exercised in translating broad organizational goals into specific objectives
Demonstrated ability to provide direction regarding somewhat complex work that has general objectives
Demonstrated understanding that work contributions have a direct influence beyond the immediate department and as such duties can result in significant loss time, financial loss and effect the morale of other employees
Demonstrated ability to provide a moderate amount of creative or innovation in carrying out duties.
Creative problem solving is encouraged but not integral to the position.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and collectively across the organization, customers, suppliers, or others outside the organization.
Capability working with external and internal customers, discovering and comprehending their needs and providing efficient and effective support
Understanding that work efforts will have a moderate effect on the employer brand or public reputation, as such behaviour and communications shall be professional and accurate at all times
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Most work is performed in a standard office environment with limited exposure to adverse conditions or health and safety risks
Position requires low level of sustained visual attention, moderate manual dexterity on a regular basis with sitting at length
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. Anatolia Tile & Stone is a C-TPAT facility, and as such, successful candidates who receive an offer of employment are subject to applicable background checks (criminal, credit, references and employment verification).
Anatolia Tile + Stone is an inclusive employer committed to providing full accommodations for persons with disabilities in all processes and procedures including that of the recruitment process. Applicants who require accommodations are encouraged to discuss their needs with the main recruiting contact for this job vacancy. Interested applicants should submit their updated resume and application form on or before the posting deadline closes. We thank all applicants for their interest however only those meeting the minimum qualifications will be interviewed.