The Opportunity:

This individual is responsible for the operational execution of product movements from the point of supply to the delivery to the customer. This individual will interact with supply chain partners (e.g. product suppliers, carriers) on a transactional basis to coordinate the movement of product as per the parameters defined in the contract of sale.  This individual acts as the key contact with the customers/ overseas offices, shipping lines, truckers, freight forwarders and other logistics partners servicing the International markets.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by September 20. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Processes shipments through an order management system
• Plan transportation in sap and issues loading instructions to the carrier(s) and supplier(s)
• Prepares or compiles documentation required for the shipment and ownership transfer of product
• Negotiate documents with banks for letter or credit payment term
  Invoices and forwards documents to the customer as per the contract of sale
• Secures payment through Letters of Credit
• Monitors the shipments in transit and trouble-shoots for any logistical issues to ensure that customer service levels are not impacted
• Acts as a liaison with the customer for all post sale communications
• Cost freight on timely manner
• Approves, tracks and ensures payment of freight and storage invoices
• Compute reporting metrics, such as on-time delivery rates, order fulfillment, prepare reports on logistics performance measures.
• Maintain databases of logistics information.
• Accurate and timely delivery of products in the most cost-effective manner
• Timely and accurate administration of documentation
• Reduction of incremental storage, demurrage and freight costs related to any service issues

What You’ll Bring:

• Post-secondary degree/diploma in international logistics or equivalent work experience required
• 5-7 years’ experience in logistics operations or related field required
• Good computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and an aptitude to learn   new software when required
• Fluent in English
• Bilingual is an asset such as Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese
• Letters of Credit, applications, rules and practices
• Outstanding ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and to work in an extremely fast- paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (Listening, Written and Verbal)
• Extremely well organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to take initiative and independently prioritize own work
• Strong problem-solving skills

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• A hybrid work model that embraces remote work for eligible roles, helping team members achieve work-life balance—combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful collaboration in the office setting. 
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.
• We aim to reduce our environmental footprint by 50% by 2025.

We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at accommodations@mapleleaf.com.

Disclaimer:  Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board.  Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.

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