Clerk, Import - Internship

Job Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Import, the Consolidation Clerk will be responsible to provide support throughout the steps of the transportation and import process.

Key Accountabilities

• Contact overseas suppliers to ensure goods are ready on time.
• Arrange shipments from overseas in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner, ensuring containers are fully loaded.
• Maintain daily communication and coordination with suppliers, freight forwarders, and/or carriers to ensure processes are on time and shipments are smooth until dispatched.
• Validate loading plans from vendors; consolidate vendor consolidated cargo (LCL) into containers.
• Revise loading plans after containers are loaded.
• Follow up late shipments and delayed orders; rush items including Seasonal and Low Stock items.
• Check for empty space in containers and hold vendors accountable according to company rules.
• Verify the dimensions of shipping marks with the vendors.
• Input data into ERP system (SAP).
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the team.
  
  

Job Requirements

• College Diploma (AEC) in Transportation, Logistics or in a similar field.
• One (1) to two (2) years of experience in an import/export or logistics role.
• Good analytical skills combined with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Capacity to work in a fast-paced environment with high volume.
• Knowledge of MS Office is required with proven Excel ability.
• Knowledge of SAP, an asset
  
  

We thank all interested applicants. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted by our recruitment team.