Logistics Coordinator - Router

We are the premier foodservice distributor in Ontario. Flanagan's provides customized foodservice delivery to a varied portfolio of clients; from restaurants to schools, hospitals and retirement homes, we provide the best quality ingredients to ensure Canadians have an amazing food experience wherever they dine tonight!

Flanagan Foodservice is Canada’s largest independent foodservice distributor. Proudly Canadian and family owned, we have been serving Ontario for 46 years. We meet our customers' unique needs by delivering value, flexibility and an exceptional customer experience. This mission is made possible by attracting the best talent in the industry and by treating our employees like family. We have been named a winner of the Canada's Best Managed Companies for 10 years in a row.

Join our Transportation team as a Logistics Coordinator - Router in Kitchener

Work Schedule:

Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 10:00 am - 8:30 pm + alternating Saturday support.

Position Summary:

• The Logistics Coordinator – Router will execute daily inbound / outbound route planning functions focusing on accuracy, on-time delivery performance, equipment utilization, while maintaining overall cost effectiveness and optimized business performance. This position is required to maintain accurate and concise reporting of daily tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Make real-time decisions and manage the volatility of Foodservice while maintaining business performance standards and customer service levels.
• Perform daily standard route maintenance exercises by reviewing recent history and applying adjustments as needed.
• Review new customer addition of change requests to the delivery network, provide feedback and recommendations/approvals to sales team.
• Handle, manage and organize our transportation labour & resources on a daily basis.
• Execute efficient routing plans for inbound/outbound route network.
• Maintain positive internal and external relationships with all major operational entities including supply chain, warehousing, sales, delivery drivers, owner operators, outside carriers, and customer relations.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience within a Transportation/logistics environment experience preferred
• Advanced computer skills are required Excel, Word, Outlook required.
• Previous experience utilizing route-planning tools considered an asset.
• Ability to communicate with external and internal clients in a professional manner.
• Strong time management and organizational skills required.
• Flexible to support the shift requirements as assigned.
• Ability to work in a team environment and support fellow team members.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Good problem solving skills and sense of initiative to support company goals.

Benefits:

• Profit Sharing Program
• Comprehensive Flexible Benefits
• Pension and RRSP plans
• Competitive compensation package
• Paid Personal Days and Your Birthday!
• Annual Health & Wellness Benefit
• Family oriented culture

Be Part of the Difference!
All employees of Flanagan Foodservice must demonstrate adherence to all HACCP and Food Handling practices as well as all Company’s policies and procedures.
Flanagan Foodservice Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please let us know by submitting your request to [email protected] so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodations.
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