Planning and dispatch coordinator
Maple Leaf Foods Inc. based in Winnipeg, MB is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Planning and dispatch coordinator. Maple Leaf Foods Inc is a leading producer of meat and plant-based protein products. It offers prepared meats, fresh pork and poultry, and ready-to-eat meals under brands like Maple Leaf and Schneiders. It aims to lead as the most sustainable protein provider. Maple Leaf Foods operates with a customer-centric approach, combining advanced production techniques and global market reach. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
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Job Description:
Employer Name: Maple Leaf Foods Inc.
Position: Planning and dispatch coordinator
No of Vacancies: 3
Salary: Salary is not mentioned, $25.00 – $30.00 hourly estimated salary
Employment Type: Full time
Location: Winnipeg, MB, CA
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have completed a diploma program in a such as Business Administration, Distribution and Logistics, or PLOG
Experience: Candidates should have 3+ years of experience in a Distribution, Logistics, or Transportation
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should possess decision-making capability and a critical eye for detail and manage several tasks simultaneously and exercise flexibility with short notice
- The candidates should have functional capability within SAP and adaptability to new systems and processes
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should demonstrate exceptional communication skills with stakeholders at all levels
- The candidates should demonstrate geographic knowledge and understanding and general knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook, and Map Point
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to monitor and report to business partners and leadership regarding shipments in transit and on-time delivery to customers and navigate and use SAP and TM software to plan a wide variety of shipments with different variables
- The candidates should be able to create a cost-effective daily route plan focused on cost efficiency and customer (both internal and external) satisfaction in a fast-paced, make-to-order environment and coordinate USA and Canadian back hauls with other MLCF offices
- The candidates should be able to ensure carriers are notified of pick-up times, PO numbers, and delivery appointments promptly and efficiently and communicate daily via email and telephone to resolve issues in transit, during pick-up, or delivery
- The candidates should be able to liaise with Sales, Production Planning, Customer Supply Chain, and the manufacturing Shipping departments to ensure product availability supports the “Daily Route Plan”
- The candidates should be able to create and maintain SOP documents and planning schedules and engage in cross-training within the department to enhance skills, knowledge, and capabilities, fostering collaboration and coordination among team members
- The candidates should be able to contribute to cross-functional problem-solving and collaboration on current and new business initiatives
- The candidates should be able to identify cost-reduction opportunities, execute plans, and track results and maintain ongoing working relationships with carriers to ensure the availability of trucks
- The candidates should be able to demonstrate flexibility by working longer or adjusted hours to address and overcome operational requirements
- The candidates should be able to provide after-hours support for domestic and U.S. lanes on a rotational basis with the team and take on special projects and perform other duties
Benefits:
- The candidates will get Competitive Health and Wellness benefits, Defined Contribution Pension Plan and Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
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