Logistics Coordinator-Canada

Priority1 strives to go beyond simply offering jobs. We foster careers by creating a great working environment for our team members. We hire talented individuals who will provide the best support and can quickly adapt to the rapidly changing world of logistics. These talented men and women drive our business, and we are committed to their success.

Priority-1, Inc. (“P1”) is a U.S. based freight services company that specializes in offering full service, nationwide logistics services to its customers and focuses on Less Than Truckload, Truckload and Expedited services. Priority-1 Canada, Inc. (“P1-Canada”) is P1’s newest business unit based in Montreal. P1-Canada is seeking a Carrier Sales Specialist - Canada to operate with this business unit with an emphasis on inbound and outbound Canadian shipments. 

About Us: P1 is a non-asset-based logistics brokerage provider that introduces proprietary technology to small, medium and large shippers to aid them in managing their transportation spend more efficiently. P1 leverages our volume of over 800,000 annual shipments to create unique partnerships with asset-based carriers in the North American freight market and seeks to expand such partnerships throughout Canada. P1-Canada is P1’s newest business unit aimed at expanding P1’s footprint across the Canadian territory and to increase its ability to service cross-border shipments.

The Carrier Sales Specialist is the operational support for our sales teams. The role is responsible for accurately quoting, building, and communicating updates for truckload opportunities. The role requires the ability to multi-task, problem solve and prioritize daily workload. Candidate must be able to overcome issues and resolve problems. Being customer centric and a sales advocate to our sales teams is a must. You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of tasks, develop your logistics skills and collaborate with very talented people across our organization. Additional responsibilities include educating our sales teams how to quote and win more Truckload opportunities. If you are a person that is competitive and enjoys working in a faced paced environment then come join our team!

Essential Functions, Role & Responsibilities

· Utilize TMS system as well as web based load boards to book and track shipments of freight

· Ability to multi-task and get accurate updates to sales force

· Negotiate rates with carriers

· Maintain 15% margin on loads

· Make minimum of 100 calls a day to book available loads

Qualifications & Skills

• Bilingual – French and English preferred
• 1-2 years of Logistics experience preferred

Compensation:

• $45k CAD Base Salary + Commissions
• RRSP 15% of your annual income
• Unlimited Growth Potential

Physical Requirements:

Job functions require long periods of sitting and working from computer workstation; ability to multi-task, problem solve, and prioritize daily workload; excellent organization and record keeping skills; comfortable with oral and written communications, primarily on the telephone and email. Requires extended periods of sitting, normal walking, bending, twisting, and stretching. Capability of sight and hearing required. Ability to deal with stressful situations and occasionally working extended hours. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Priority-1, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodations with the application process upon your request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please email [email protected].

​Priority1 is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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