Logistics Exportation Administrator - Temporary (3-6 Months)

Company Description

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.

Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products.

We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all. It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.

What we offer!

• Company-wide events throughout the year (BBQ, Holiday party etc.)
• Two cafeterias on site (subsidized meal program available)
• Dynamic & rewarding work environment- work on high-impact, meaningful projects while also having fun!
• Competitive salary + other perks
• Group insurance & RRSP program
• Free gym on site

• Other related duties as may be required.
• Create B13/AES export Declaration for Canadian/US exports.
• Handling a high volume of correspondence with divisions, overseas offices, customers and transport service providers.
• Ensure/organise the smooth movement for container/ocean shipments.
• Communicate and coordinate with maritime shipping lines, freight forwarder, truckers, shipping yards
• Prepare and approve export related shipping documents, confirm accuracy and perform data input.
• Prioritize orders according to contract deadlines and shipment requirements (Incoterm, packaging, weight restrictions, container size etc.)
• Save digital copy of relevant correspondence and documents.
• Understand industry market conditions and communicate issues that could impact operations by providing shipping and logistics solutions.
• Update ocean freight rate matrix, sourcing rates, provide quotes in a timely manner.
• Make the appropriate booking according to the terms of sales contracts.
• Work closely with traders/managers to provide appropriate escalation of issues then quickly resolve issues in the most efficient manner.
• Coordinate all aspects of shipment process, including booking, e-manifesting, Bills of Lading and freight invoices.
• Obtain the loading pictures on all shipments, provide to customers upon request

Qualifications

• Organizational Skills (prioritize, plan, assign and control).
• Ability to work independently and to collaborate with others as good team player.
• Ability to work with Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced working environment.
• Must have good verbal and writing skills
• Study in freight forwarding or handling FCL/LCL Ocean export.
• Bilingual in French and English
• Full understanding of Incoterms is a must.
• Knowledge of export regulations, CAED/AES
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate current situation, respond quickly to changing requirements, and execute accordingly.
• Post-secondary education, preferably in business, transportation, logistics management is considered an asset.

Additional Information

American Iron & Metal and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are given consideration regardless of race, religion, colour, gender, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class as provided in applicable employment laws.

Although we’d love to be able to speak with everyone that applies, due to the volume of applicants we receive and time constraints, only those selected to move forward will be contacted.