08 Aug
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Na Freight Forwarding
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Ontario
08 Aug
Na Freight Forwarding
Ontario
International Imports & Exports Supervisor
Full Time Employee – Barrie, ON, CA
Salary Range: $70,000.00 to $85,000.00
Shift Time: 8:00am to 4:30pm (In-Office)
Terms: Permanent Full-Time
Reports To: Operations Manager
Job Purpose
To oversee the Imports & Exports departments and coordinate international imports through air, ocean, and rail.
Duties & Responsibilities
Support company Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) by proactively contributing to initiatives that drive strategic goals and organizational success
Live our company core values and support a well‑organized, respectful, and service‑focused work environment
Supervise import & export department staff workload and assist them with all aspects of their duties
Quote international agents and commercial clients
Arrange new freight for commercial clients
Monitor, organise & manage incoming emails to department mailbox
Track import & export shipments and arrange the necessary customs clearance & deliveries
Process charges for shipments and review any billing/charge discrepancies
Correspond with international agents and update them on their shipments and any questions regarding import to Canada
Provide direction with routing of shipments and assist team members with their routing
Provide support and communication with problem shipments
Ensure timely billing of all files
Assist other operations departments as needed
Coach, mentor, lead and develop team members to support personal growth and development I.E; fully cross‑train team members
Help resolve employee concerns, disputes and handle escalations with the support of the manager
Be an advocate for company initiatives
Participate in the development and implementation of KPI goals,
objectives, policies, and priorities of the import & export departments as per management direction
Evaluate employee performance and provide constructive feedback
Participate and complete employee appraisals
Participate in onboarding new employees as needed
External coaching opportunities and ongoing support from management will be available to support personal and professional growth
Mindset & Personality
Problem Solving: Strives to understand contributing factors and works to resolve complex situations
Team Oriented: A focus on working as a team to help achieve common company goals
Customer Service Oriented: Client focused and providing exceptional experience for our customers
Responsive: Committed to a high level of responsiveness both inside our business and with our customers and vendors
Proactive: Takes initiative and an organized approach to day‑to‑day operations as well as future needs
Initiative: Takes action and seeks new opportunities while seeing tasks through to completion
Quality of Work: Strives to eliminate errors, accurate work is a priority and seeks opportunities to improve processes
Professional & Educational Background
10+ years in transportation or freight forwarding experience required
Post Secondary education in Supply Chain Management considered an asset
Knowledgeable in CargoWise or SoluShip considered an asset
Experience working with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and EDI Systems
Strong knowledge of Canada & USA Customs cross border practices & procedures
General knowledge of container port operations, rail line operations and airline cargo terminal operations considered and asset
Certified and knowledgeable in Transportation of Dangerous Goods (Air, Sea, Ground) considered an asset
Skills & Ability
Communication: Has good listening skills and communicates effectively in both written and verbal formats including proficiency in spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Management: Coaching and mentoring team members for professional growth
Multi-tasking: Must have strong multi-tasking abilities, be proactive and adaptable based on the needs of the company and the executives.
Productivity: Manages workload, works efficiently and meets the roles goals and company objectives
Organization: Information is well organized, manages time effectively, and detail-oriented
Interpersonal Skills: Builds strong relationships and works well with others
Effort & Working Conditions
Why Join Us
Opportunity to shape client success and operational excellence in a dynamic logistics environment
Collaborative and supportive team culture with a focus on continuous improvement
Casual work setting
Engaging social activities and events throughout the year
Competitive salary and above‑standard benefits with opportunities for professional growth
Extended health benefits
Dental care
Vision care
Employee Assistance Program
Life insurance
RRSP program
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📌 International Imports & Exports Supervisor (Ontario)
🏢 Na Freight Forwarding
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