logistics coordinator.

Are you an experienced logistics professional with a strong grasp of international shipping regulations and customs compliance? Do you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where accuracy and efficiency are critical? Our client, a dynamic manufacturing firm in Cambridge, ON, is seeking a proactive Logistics Coordinator to join their internal staff as part of a collaborative, logistics team. In this permanent, full-time role, you will play a critical role in managing global freight movement, ensuring international compliance, and aligning production timelines with customer expectations.

Advantages
- Join our client’s permanent workforce directly from day one.
- Hourly rate of $25.00/hour (based on experience).
- Daily overtime available to accommodate late truck arrivals or urgent international shipments.
- Comprehensive Medical and Dental coverage.
- Two weeks of vacation (prorated, starting after your first year).
- Work within a modern, high-energy manufacturing facility with a collaborative team culture.

Responsibilities
- Ability to work 100% onsite in Cambridge, ON, with a commitment to the 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM schedule and potential daily overtime.

- Manage domestic and international shipments, ensuring strict adherence to global customs, tariffs, and cross-border documentation.
- Accurately prepare essential shipping documentation, including customs invoices, Bills of Lading (BOL), packing slips, and export labels.
- Maintain constant communication with production and shipping departments to track the release of goods and verify readiness.
- Handle freight quotations, negotiate standard lane rates, and process customer invoicing with high attention to detail.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, freight forwarders, and logistics partners via phone, email, regarding transit timelines.

Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of dedicated experience in global logistics, freight forwarding, or supply chain coordination.
- Proven hands-on experience handling international shipping compliance, customs documentation, and global carrier management.
- Completed Supply Chain Diploma, CIFFA certification, or a related educational background is highly preferred.
- Previous experience within the steel or heavy manufacturing industry is considered a strong asset, but not required.
- Ability to read blueprints or a strong willingness to learn the technical specifications of the manufactured products.
- Exceptional multitasking abilities, strong spatial awareness for freight capacity, and clear communication skills.

Summary
If you are ready to take the next step in your logistics career and manage impactful global shipments, we want to hear from you!

To Apply:
1. Apply directly to this posting at
2. Email your resume to: View email address on randstad.com with the subject line "Logistics Coordinator - Cambridge".

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