logistics and administration agent.

We are currently seeking a talented and rigorous Logistics and Administration Agent - Food Industry to join a dynamic team within a trusted agri-food client company. As a supply chain professional, you will play a central role in business administration and freight flow coordination. This position involves managing logistics and transport operations for high-quality products, covering both international purchasing and export sales (primarily to the United States).

As part of this role, the selected candidate will perform approximately 40% of their tasks in English. An expert level of English is essential, as the Logistics and Administration Agent - Food Industry must communicate daily and regularly with English-speaking international clients, partners, and carriers outside of Quebec. This language proficiency is vital for negotiating rates, resolving transit issues, and ensuring seamless global supply chain operations.

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Advantages
Advantages
• Full Dental Insurance for you and your family.
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance.
• Life Insurance providing excellent financial protection.
• Vision Insurance covering eye care.
• Modern on-site gym to support your well-being.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Free and easily accessible on-site parking.
• Casual dress code for a comfortable work environment.
• One year contract
• Option to contribute to a competitive group RRSP.
• Exclusive discounts on the company's food products.
• Paid sick leave days to support work-life balance.
• Regular social activities to foster team spirit.

Responsibilities
Responsibilities
• Track client transport orders and shipments in real time.
• Enter and code transport, logistics, and customs invoices into the ERP system.
• Handle phone calls and respond promptly to client inquiries.
• Negotiate freight rates, delivery terms, and vendor agreements.
• Place purchase orders and monitor delivery timelines closely.
• Request and evaluate quotes for road and ocean freight.
• Book containers for freight transport (FTL and LTL).
• Monitor goods in transit and update the arrivals schedule.
• Manage freight claims with carriers for damaged or missing goods.
• Coordinate order pickups and confirm estimated arrival dates (ETA) with clients.
• Prepare purchase orders in the system and log necessary logistics notes.
• Verify physical receipts against purchase and customs documentation.
• Confirm per-pound purchase pricing with the Buyer via contracts and emails.
• Coordinate incoming shipments directly with the Warehouse Manager.
• Oversee customs clearance processes and liaise with the customs broker.
• Track empty container returns closely to eliminate detention fees.
• Monitor Last Free Days (LFD) to avoid demurrage and storage fees.
• Provide administrative support to Customer Service (CSR) and Accounting teams.
• Assist with general office duties and business administration files.

Qualifications
Skills
• Proven ability to work under pressure and manage supply chain emergencies.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and strategic planning skills.
• Highly proactive, rigorous, and meticulous with data entry.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
• Team player with excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Good proficiency in MS Office, including intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Capability to work independently with minimal daily supervision.

Summary
Why do business with us:
- Access to employment opportunities that are not posted elsewhere on the web.
- We are a strategic business partner in your job searches.
- We negotiate your terms of employment for you.
- We have been working in the Laval area for several years, we know the companies well and choose our clients well.
- You have nothing to lose, our service is absolutely free!

If this position interests you, do not hesitate to call us or send me your CV at View email address on randstad.com or at View email address on randstad.com.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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