CS-1 Transportation Inc. is a leading 3PL Freight Broker (Non-Asset-based). We are the solution provider to customers needing to move freight domestically within Canada, USA and cross border. We have been named in The Growth 500 - 4 years in a row.

We are looking to add to our customer service team.

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Position: Customer Service Representative

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $52,000 (based on experience)

Hours: Two positions (day shift and afternoon shift).

Day shift: (TBD) to be determined

Afternoon shift: 2:30pm to 11pm

Location: Head Office - 5026 South Service Road, Burlington, ON

Office or Hybrid: Office based position - NO HYBRID AVAILABLE

Geographic Radius: Candidates must reside within 50km of our Burlington office

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Main Purpose of Job:

In this role, you will serve as the primary point of contact for our customers, delivering outstanding service and support. The position demands a dynamic environment where effective communication skills are crucial. Your ability to assess and understand customer needs will be vital in ensuring a positive customer experience.

If you are driven by a passion for assisting others and possess strong problem-solving skills, we invite you to apply.

Reports to: Customer Service Manager or Supervisor

Duties and Responsibilities:

In this position you will handle all aspects of the company’s operations. ​Handling a high volume of both incoming and outgoing communications, exceeding 150+ emails and phone calls daily.

The primary objective will be to oversee and track the progress of ongoing shipments. However, this role will specialize in customs (PAPs, PARs) and insurance.

Other duties will include and not limited to:

- Providing the customer with updates on the status of their freight




- Accountable for overseeing the transportation/movement of loads
- Managing the data entry in TransPlus by entering comments and notes pertaining to freight location and status, along with updating shipper and consignee profiles
- Flagging any issues and escalating to the appropriate supervisor

You will also be responsible for engaging with multiple carriers by phone and email.

- Obtaining Proof of Delivery (POD) from carriers
- Add carrier packets and update profiles in TransPlus (including insurance)
- To assist in saving documentation, customs docs and facilitating the docs to carriers
- Negotiating wait time, additional charges incurred at pickup or delivery with carriers

Lastly, you will be communicating with customs brokers accordingly. You will act as point person providing any and all details, paperwork (Commercial Invoice, BOL, etc.) to midigate delays when freight crosses the border(s). *

Requirements/Skills:

- Minimum of 1 year of prior 3PL broker industry experience (preferred)
- Knowledgeable in customs documents (PAPs, PARs) is preferred
- Proficient knowledge of Canadian geography
- Ability to communicate effectively in both spoken and written English
- Reliable transportation to the main office located in Burlington

Qualifications

- ​Demonstrated problem-solving abilities; adept at prioritizing tasks efficiently




- Exceptional and articulate communication skills​
- Professional demeanor; demonstrates a strong commitment to excellence
- Possesses a keen understanding of business operations; capable of making informed decisions and analyzing data effectively​
- Superior time-management and multitasking capabilities​
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- ​Proven capability to swiftly integrate and master new software applications

Please note that part of our interview process includes various assessments. If you require accommodations during this process please inform our HR Manager. *

Assessments: Selected candidates will be contacted to complete assessments to determine their qualification for the position.

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Disclosure Statements:

This position is not for an existing job vacancy. Please note that we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen candidates.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $52,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- In office parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Burlington, ON L7L 5Y7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):
- Rate your knowledge of North American geography based on the following options:

1. Novice
2. Competent
3. Proficient
4. Advanced or Expert

Education:
- Secondary School (required)

Experience:
- managing customs requirements within North America: 1 year (preferred)
- Microsoft Office: 1 year (required)

Language:
- English (required)

Location:
- Burlington, ON L7L 5Y7 (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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