The Traffic Specialist will develop, manage and maintain economical and effective transportation for the company and its customers, including the rating and routing of inbound and outbound shipments.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Coordinates with customers, carriers, riggers, warehouses, custom brokers, and all related Amada depts. (Parts /Tooling/Service/Software, and even Manufacturing) for the routing of outgoing and incoming shipments for which the company assumes responsibility or which affects company costs or customer satisfaction.
Requests freight quotes from preferred carriers and provide to sales engineers & their customers for rate comparison. Maintains a list of preferred or potential carriers that meet all our traffic requirements and have acceptable D&B; ratings.
Tracks machine shipments en route and sends updates to customers (& riggers), sales engineers/managers, and service by email and phone to confirm scheduled delivery
Maintains tariffs and determines and keeps informed of current transportation requirements, restrictions, and rates to assure economical and efficient transportation service.
Processes Infor Syteline Traffic Releases for shipment processing
Updates and announces shipping details (Setup, Shipped, Delivered) in Infor Syteline
Processes and reviews freight bills for correct rates
Supports team members as needed.
Performs other related duties as assigned by management. Filing of related traffic documents as needed.




NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
Prepares special reports as needed.
Perform physical inventory at various showrooms or warehouse locations as needed.
Assists in miscellaneous duties within the company.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP :
Department Manager
SUBORDINATE STAFF :
None
KNOWLEDGE :
Experience of at least 1-2 years in domestic logistics and shipping documents
Familiarity with sheet metal machine industry
SKILLS :
Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and auditory)
Strong attention to detail.
Able to handle multiple tasks at the same time.
Highly organized.
Computer knowledge in Microsoft Office and Google Drive & Sheets
Infor/ Syteline experience is a PLUS
TRAVEL :
Very little travel. Travel may be required during physical inventory.
MENTAL ABILITIES :
Ability to work harmoniously with others.
Ability to accept and follow instructions.
Ability to maintain positive attitude.
WORKING CONDITIONS :
LIFTING: Average Weight: 15 pounds unassisted Frequency: Not often
Qualifications Education Preferred High School or better.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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📌 Traffic Specialist (Manitoba)
🏢 AMADA AMERICA
📍 Manitoba