Carrier Logistics Planner

XTL Logistics Inc. is looking for a Carrier Logistics Planner at our Balzac Terminal to become a part of our excellent team. This is a great opportunity for an individual who is self-motivated, has strong analytical and computer skills, strong attention-to-detail, and is enthusiastic about working in a customer-centric environment.

Work Shift: Monday to Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Responsibilities:
- Carrier Relations

- Grow & develop our carrier base with partners that meet or exceed our criteria & compliance standards
- Develop an in-depth understanding of partner carrier networks in order to maximize their effectiveness
- Monitor, measure and provide feedback on carrier performance (in conjunction with other team members
- Negotiate transactional and dedicated rates with partner carriers while ensuring corporate margin targets are achieved
- Ensure carrier capacity exceeds customer demands
- Progress high performing carrier partners from transactional to core status
- Ensures carrier are enrolled with Four Kites
- Vet perspective new carriers using a series of on-line tools

- Corporate Responsibilities

- Assist with market rate information in order to complete rate proposals
- Participate in corporate monthly carrier rep meetings.
- Liaison with other team members to ensure order completion
- Perform all of the above responsibilities in alignment with our corporate strategic objectives
- Perform all of the above responsibilities in alignment with our corporate values of LEAD WITH GRACE

- Measurement Responsibilities

- Ensure data integrity is high when building, managing and completing orders
- Verify carrier data is accurate before completing orders

- Other Responsibilities
- Support and replace other team members as needed

- Culture
- Support Company Culture and XTL's Core Principles - LEAD WITH GRACE

- Main Requirements & Competencies

- Skills & Abilities Computer experience required (Revenova)
- Knowledge of North American geography
- Good communication skills
- Negotiating skills
- Bilingual in English and French an asset
- 2-3 years industry experience and / or relevant post-secondary education
- Must be eager, up for new challenges, and not willing to settle
- Excellent customer service skills and professional demeanour

- Resolution of problems and initiative
- Work Environment Able to work in fast-paced environment
- Able to work in a team atmosphere with minimal supervision

Working for XTL:
- 100% company-paid benefit premiums after 3 months of employment
- RRSP-matching program after 3 months of employment
- Competitive Salary 
- Open Door Policy
XTL is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity in the workplace and equivalently considers applications from qualified women, men, visible minorities, aboriginal people, and persons with disabilities. We welcome applications from all interested individuals.

We invite all interested persons to apply, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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