- Assess shipping requests of RailWorks staff and determine best transportation method for that shipment based on price, deadlines for delivery, other factors.
- Enter shipment information in the TMS (Transportation Management System). This creates the contract between Railworks and Carrier.
- Communicate with RailWorks staff and carriers regarding ETAs, reiterate details, explain exact equipment (trailer) types used, etc.
- Generate Bills of Lading or other documents using TMS.
- Generate Customs documents for equipment and materials traveling across the border.
- Vet and maintain the carrier group
- Estimate freight costs for future projects.
- Analyze vendor purchase orders to determine if savings can be attained
- Resolve customs related issues
- Set up new carriers as new vendors in Sharepoint.
- Monitor carrier invoices as necessary and follow up with carriers and Railworks staff when there are issues.
- Update Logistics Savings Tracker to document all cost savings.
- Analyze the freight logistics environment, fuel prices, etc. and report to superiors.
- Assists Logistics manager with SWAT analysis for adding profit centers, acquisitions, etc.
- Performs other unplanned duties/activities as assigned by the Logistics Manager and/or VP Equipment & Fleet.
- Completion of Grade 12 (High School Graduation).
- A minimum of two (2) years of recent related experience including administrative support functions, logistics, inventory management, or a combination of other experience.
- Experience in rail/road and construction industry or project based environment would be considered an asset.
- Proficiency with Microsoft office including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
- Hands on experience with JD Edwards – Procurement & Materials/Inventory Management Module would be an asset.
- Ability to multi-task, organizes work, prioritizes and work to meet deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail. Always come up with ideas for improvements.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal skills and negotiation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work effectively in a team environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills. Being professional and courteous with colleagues.
- High performer with a positive attitude. Able to complete a work with little supervision.
- Valid and clean driver’s license.
- Work will be 90% remote, from home.
- Available 24/7 to respond to calls of a serious nature.
- Periodic travel to work sites and Equipment & Fleet Team meetings may be required.
- Railworks Safety Guidelines must be followed.
Nearest Major Market: Manhattan
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City