What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Compliance Specialist position at Purolator International?
Working at Purolator International is more than a job. It's an opportunity to be part of a winning team and to contribute to the success of our growing company. Purolator International is a leading U.S. based supply chain logistics solutions provider specializing in the air and ground forwarding of express, freight and parcel shipments, customs brokerage, and fulfillment and delivery services to, from and within North America. We are a subsidiary of Purolator Inc., Canada’s largest leading integrated freight, package, and logistics solutions provider. You can learn more about us on YouTube and LinkedIn.
When we say we’re the best, we’re not just tooting our own horn. We’re incredibly proud of the many awards we’ve won for shipping to, from, and within Canada.
Purolator International provides a “Best in Class” Total Rewards package to employees and their families.
Description
The primary focus of the Logistics Compliance Specialist is to ensure that all of our customer’s freight pick-ups and deliveries are scheduled and executed without issue at a reasonable cost. In addition, this role provides on-site coordination and oversight of all domestic air and ground shipments from both direct customer and local gateway. This includes importing and exporting shipments along with document preparation, booking, and coordination of customs clearance.
This role follows a hybrid schedule, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST, with a 30‑minute lunch for a total of 40 hours per week. On‑site days are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Some weekend coverage is required as part of a rotating remote on‑call schedule.
Responsibilities
Freight forwarding or dispatching experience is a plus
Pre-existing carrier relationship management
Some hands-on experience in import/export procedures
Your Microsoft Excel experience includes v-lookup, pivots tables and data manipulation
Purolator International values diverse perspective and life experiences. Purolator International encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, people who identify as LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.
Candidates applying will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs.
Purolator International participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program www.e-verify.gov.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the Company’s lawful preemployment checks, which may include background and reference checks, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law.
When we say we’re the best, we’re not just tooting our own horn. We’re incredibly proud of the many awards we’ve won for shipping to, from, and within Canada.
Purolator International provides a “Best in Class” Total Rewards package to employees and their families.
- Medical & Prescription Drugs (80% premium paid by Employer)
- Employer Funded Health Savings Account (H.S.A)
- Dental and Vision plans
- Employer funded Short/Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
- Accident, Hospital & Critical Illness Plans
- Retirement Plan Employer Contribution (50% Match up to 8% of Your Eligible Salary)
- Annual Bonus Incentive Plan
- Paid Time Off Including: 10 Vacation Days, 7 Sick Days, 4 Personal Days
- Paid Holidays
- 100% Paid Extended Parental/Maternity Leave Program
- 100% subsidized pay Military/Reserves Leave Program
- Tuition Assistance
- Wellness Program
- Identify Theft Protection Discount Program
- Pet Insurance Discount Program
Description
The primary focus of the Logistics Compliance Specialist is to ensure that all of our customer’s freight pick-ups and deliveries are scheduled and executed without issue at a reasonable cost. In addition, this role provides on-site coordination and oversight of all domestic air and ground shipments from both direct customer and local gateway. This includes importing and exporting shipments along with document preparation, booking, and coordination of customs clearance.
This role follows a hybrid schedule, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST, with a 30‑minute lunch for a total of 40 hours per week. On‑site days are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Some weekend coverage is required as part of a rotating remote on‑call schedule.
Responsibilities
- Publishing and distributing daily summary reports to key stakeholders which communicate potential issues
- Tracking freight movements across multiple transportation segments
- Implementing transportation coverage, identifying distressed shipments throughout Purolator’s routing network and escalating as necessary
- Working with operations and customer service on current issues to ensure best possible outcomes
- Maintenance of in-house Transportation Management System (TMS) system
- Developing and building relationships with new and existing transportation partners
- Follow-up with transportation partners about service failures to develop countermeasure
- 3 years’ experience working in operations setting in transportation & logistics company
- Microsoft Outlook experience a must
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and/or proven ability to navigate multiple carrier websites
- Ability to handle multiple issues, adjust priorities and achieve the most cost-effective solution while meeting the customer service expectations
Freight forwarding or dispatching experience is a plus
Pre-existing carrier relationship management
Some hands-on experience in import/export procedures
Your Microsoft Excel experience includes v-lookup, pivots tables and data manipulation
Purolator International values diverse perspective and life experiences. Purolator International encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, people who identify as LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.
Candidates applying will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs.
Purolator International participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program www.e-verify.gov.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the Company’s lawful preemployment checks, which may include background and reference checks, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law.