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Export Coordinator
The Export Coordinator, internally referred to as Depot Traffic Coordinator, supports the logistical performance of the company by performing the day to day administrative operations of the depot including support services, freight dispatch activities, shipping instruction, commercial invoice submittal, and Homeland Security pre-approval. The role is essential in the effective movement of export cargo ensuring compliance with all domestic and international shipping requirements.
Joining NWCI gives you the opportunity for growth and development throughout the company, an attractive and competitive salary and benefits package, and to be part of a dynamic and diverse culture.
NWCI is a leading retailer to under-served rural communities and urban neighborhood markets in the following regions: Northern Canada, Western Canada, rural Alaska, the South Pacific islands, and the Caribbean. Our stores offer a broad range of products and services with an emphasis on food. Our value offer is to be the best local shopping choice for everyday household and local lifestyle needs. Check out northwest.ca for more information.
Key Accountabilities:
Desired Skills & Experience:
Positions will be advertised externally; however internal candidates will receive first consideration based on qualifications. NWC employees are encouraged to bring forward applications of external candidates that meet the qualifications of this position.
NOTE: If an existing employee is selected for a posted position they will be required to remain in that position a minimum of one year prior to applying for other posted positions unless authorized by their current supervisor. New employees to the company must also remain in their position a minimum of one year prior to applying for posted positions unless authorized by their supervisor. This position adheres to the Corporate Job Posting Guidelines.
A competitive salary is being offered along with opportunities to learn, develop and advance throughout the organization. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Joining NWCI gives you the opportunity for growth and development throughout the company, an attractive and competitive salary and benefits package, and to be part of a dynamic and diverse culture.
NWCI is a leading retailer to under-served rural communities and urban neighborhood markets in the following regions: Northern Canada, Western Canada, rural Alaska, the South Pacific islands, and the Caribbean. Our stores offer a broad range of products and services with an emphasis on food. Our value offer is to be the best local shopping choice for everyday household and local lifestyle needs. Check out northwest.ca for more information.
Key Accountabilities:
- Manage document support for AES and BOL processing to stores
- Oversee bill of lading construction and submittal that is both timely and accurate using carrier designated processes, typically web based, that meet US regulatory compliance for security and allow for the expeditious movement of cargo to the intended destinations.
- Responsible for reporting compliance of US Census Department for statistical detail and US Department of Homeland Security Shippers Export documentation for cargo identification and pre-shipment clearance to destined stores in a timely manner. Requires 100% compliance to avoid penalties and disruption of cargo movement and Company bond security.
- Ensure all country specific and other government documentation requirements are accurate and submitted in a timely manner.
- Manage outbound shipments
- Make bookings and keep knowledge of vessel schedules and port events that are related with the transportation of containers.
- Maintain good communication with warehouse loaders and truckers to keep a continuous flow of goods.
- Create all documentation, such as invoices, EEI’s, shipping instructions, and commercial invoices for outbound shipments and submit them to the appropriate departments.
- Create a container list for each individual vessel line and communicate via email to Carriers to confirm the loading of all containers and proper documentation preparation.
- Create and provide documents to customers, freight forwarders, and Store Manager for the release of outbound shipments.
- Provide operational support of Depot Activities
Desired Skills & Experience:
- Must have intermediate math and reading skills
- Must have intermediate to advanced computer skills with a minimum typing ability of 45 words per minute
- Strong time management with proven ability to manage deadlines and targets
- Previous administrative experience in a warehouse environment a plus
- Intermediate knowledge and ability to use MS Office programs like Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Automated Export System (AES) experience preferred, but not mandatory
- Post-secondary education with a focus on logistics or supply chain management preferred
- Previous experience in an environment specializing in food export to the Caribbean is an asset
- Possess a passion to excel and provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers, carriers, store personnel, and Management
- Strong ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing to all levels of Management, both internally and externally.
- Possess a strong attention to detail, maintaining a high level of efficiency and accuracy at all times
- Demonstrate a high level of organization in all work duties
- Proven team player
- Able to work independently as needed with minimal direction
- Strong problem solving skills
- Ability to multi-task
- Able to work in a fast paced environment
- Ability to remain sitting for prolonged periods of time
- Ability to work in an office environment in a warehouse setting
- This is a production role with the volume of work changing week over week based on the number of containers inbound and outbound. The Depot Traffic Coordinator needs to have the capability of taking on surges in volumes seasonally and as our business reacts to market conditions.
- There is basic supervision provided with the role largely operating independently through the week
Positions will be advertised externally; however internal candidates will receive first consideration based on qualifications. NWC employees are encouraged to bring forward applications of external candidates that meet the qualifications of this position.
NOTE: If an existing employee is selected for a posted position they will be required to remain in that position a minimum of one year prior to applying for other posted positions unless authorized by their current supervisor. New employees to the company must also remain in their position a minimum of one year prior to applying for posted positions unless authorized by their supervisor. This position adheres to the Corporate Job Posting Guidelines.
A competitive salary is being offered along with opportunities to learn, develop and advance throughout the organization. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.